+91 83196 18002
office@raosacademy.in
Pre Booking Open For UPSC Civil Services Coaching 2024-2025.

Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/10/2024 A collective effort towards peace in Myanmar / म्यांमार में शांति के लिए सामूहिक प्रयास Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu The 44th ASEAN Summit in Vientiane highlighted growing regional issues, especially Myanmar’s crisis. Despite ASEAN’s peace efforts, Myanmar’s turmoil persists, testing the group’s commitment to stability. What are the key challenges facing ASEAN and India in their efforts to stabilize Myanmar? Lack of Consensus within ASEAN: ASEAN’s principle of consensus-based decision-making complicates strong, unified responses. Nations like Indonesia and Malaysia advocate for firm action, while others, including Thailand and Laos,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/10/2024 The burgeoning expenditure of elections Syllabus : GS 2 : Polity and Governance Source : The Hindu The estimated total expenditure for the upcoming U.S. presidential and Congressional elections in November 2024 is approximately $16 billion (around ₹1,36,000 crores). In contrast, the total expenditure by various political parties for the recent general election to the Lok Sabha in India was about ₹1,00,000 crores, according to the Centre for Media Studies (CMS). This raises various debates surrounding campaign finance (election expenditure) in India. Legislations Governing Campaign Finance in India Background The issue of election funding was not…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/10/2024 India’s Nature Conservation Index rank 176, govt. slammed/ भारत का प्रकृति संरक्षण सूचकांक 176वें स्थान पर, सरकार की आलोचना Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu India ranked 176th out of 180 countries in the 2024 Nature Conservation Index, highlighting significant environmental conservation challenges. Developed with Israel’s Ben Gurion University, the index assesses global conservation efforts, sparking debate on India’s policies and commitment to biodiversity preservation. Nature Conservation Index (NCI) 2024: The 2024 Nature Conservation Index (NCI) is an international measure evaluating the conservation efforts of 180 countries. The NCI is developed by Goldman Sonnenfeldt…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/10/2024 Physicist, IISc ex-professor Rohini Godbole passes away /भौतिकशास्त्री, IISc की पूर्व प्रोफेसर रोहिणी गोडबोले का निधन Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Padma Shri recipient and pioneer of particle physics in India, Professor Rohini Godbole, passed away in Pune. Analysis of the News In a condolence note, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) said: “With great sadness, we deeply mourn the passing of Prof. Rohini Godbole. She passed away peacefully early this morning in her sleep. In addition to being a great scientist, she was a great leader, guide, colleague, and friend. She was…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/10/2024 Satellites tracking Cyclone Dana since October 20 : ISRO /20 अक्टूबर से उपग्रह चक्रवात दाना पर नज़र रख रहे हैं: इसरो Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has been utilising its satellites, EOS-06 and INSAT-3DR, to monitor Cyclone Dana as it approaches Odisha and West Bengal. The data from these satellites is crucial for tracking the cyclone’s development and aiding in disaster management efforts to mitigate its impact on coastal regions. EOS-06: Launch Date: November 26, 2022 Type: Earth Observation Satellite (EOS) developed by ISRO Purpose: Designed to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/10/2024 Stubble burning violates right to clean environment court / पराली जलाना स्वच्छ पर्यावरण न्यायालय के अधिकार का उल्लंघन है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The apex court held that stubble burning undermines citizens’ fundamental right to a pollution-free environment under Article 21. It urged proper enforcement of laws and better mechanisms for collecting fines under the Environment Act Supreme Court’s View on Stubble Burning and Pollution: Violation of Article 21: The Supreme Court emphasised that the citizens’ right to live in a pollution-free environment, guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution, was being…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/10/2024 Three scientists discover new genus of jumping spiders ‘Tenkana’ in South India / तीन वैज्ञानिकों ने दक्षिण भारत में जंपिंग स्पाइडर्स ‘तेनकाना’ की नई प्रजाति की खोज की Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu A new genus of jumping spiders, named ‘Tenkana’, has been discovered across southern India.It includes two previously known species and a newly discovered one called Tenkana jayamangali from Karnataka. Analysis of the news: A new genus of jumping spiders called ‘Tenkana’ has been discovered across southern India, with species found in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/10/2024 Secularism is a core part of the Constitution : SC/ धर्मनिरपेक्षता संविधान का एक मुख्य हिस्सा है: सुप्रीम कोर्ट Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court reaffirmed that secularism is an integral part of the Basic Structure of the Indian Constitution while hearing petitions challenging the inclusion of “socialist” and “secular” in the Preamble. These terms were added through the 42nd Amendment during the Emergency in 1976. Secularism as Core Feature The Supreme Court reaffirmed that secularism is an essential and indelible part of the Basic Structure of the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/10/2024 SC closes habeas corpus case against Isha Foundation / सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने ईशा फाउंडेशन के खिलाफ बंदी प्रत्यक्षीकरण मामला बंद किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court dismissed a habeas corpus plea by a 70-year-old man claiming his two daughters were being held captive by the Isha Foundation. The court ruled the women were living there voluntarily as monks, based on their own assurances.  Habeas Corpus: Concept Definition: Habeas corpus is a legal remedy enshrined under Article 32 and Article 226 of the Indian Constitution. It is a Latin term meaning…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/10/2024

adminLeave a comment
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/10/2024 Seeking to allay fears, Centre says fortified rice safe to consume / आशंकाओं को दूर करने के लिए केंद्र ने कहा कि फोर्टिफाइड चावल खाने के लिए सुरक्षित है Syllabus : GS 2 : Social Justice Source : The Hindu The Indian government continues its initiative to provide fortified rice as part of welfare schemes, aiming to combat micronutrient deficiencies. Fortified rice, enriched with iron, is deemed safe for all individuals, including those with hemoglobinopathies. The program aligns with global practices to enhance public health, especially among vulnerable populations. Government Policy Regarding Fortified Rice The Union…