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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/02/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/02/2024 Corruption Perceptions Index 2023 (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express India secured the 93rd position out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2023, as per Transparency International’s latest report. Key Highlights India’s Score and Fluctuations: The CPI evaluates perceived public sector corruption on a scale of 0 to 100, where higher scores indicate cleaner practices. In 2023, India’s score was 39, a slight dip from 2022’s score of 40. Notably, India ranked 85th in 2022. India’s minor score drop raised concerns, especially in light of the narrowing civic space…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/01/2024 What some nations have paused UNRWA funding? (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express UN officials on January 28 urged countries to reconsider the suspension of funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA). The appeal comes in response to the funding cut by the US and eight other Western countries, which collectively contributed over half of UNRWA’s 2022 budget. The decision followed Israel’s accusation that some UNRWA staff members were involved in an October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas. Key Highlights UN officials assured that strict action…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/01/2024 The Burden of Malnutrition (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA), a common condition affecting children and women, is often linked to nutritional deficiencies. Haematologists, specializing in blood disorders, emphasize the bidirectional relationship between nutrition and certain disorders, highlighting the impact of consistent poor nutrition on health. Key Highlights Two-Way Relationship Between Nutrition and Disorders: Regular examination of patients with anaemia reveals a connection between nutritional deficiencies and disorders. Inadequate intake of micronutrient-rich food can lead to IDA, Vitamin A, and zinc deficiency, impairing immunity. Conditions like celiac disease, H.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/01/2024 India, France agree on surveillance ties (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH During French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to India, both India and France reaffirmed their commitment to intensifying cooperation in the Southwest Indian Ocean region. Building upon previous joint surveillance missions conducted from the French territory of La Reunion in 2020 and 2022, the two nations aimed to bolster their collaboration in maritime security. Key Highlights India and France acknowledged the success of their joint surveillance missions and expressed their intention to expand these efforts. Indian Navy P-8I maritime patrol aircraft were deployed to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/01/2024 What is the legal dispute over AMU’s minority status? (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH A seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud, is currently engaged in a pivotal hearing regarding the 57-year-long dispute over the minority character of the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU). Key Highlights Understanding ‘Minority Character’: The core of this legal discourse revolves around Article 30(1) in Part III of the Constitution, which bestows upon religious and linguistic minorities a fundamental right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. The second clause of…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/01/2024 India’s problem — different drugs, identical brand names (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH Recently, oncologist Dr. Vincent Rajkumar expressed concern about the identical brand names ‘Linamac’ being used for two different drugs treating entirely different conditions. One variant, ‘Linamac 5,’ is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma (a type of cancer), while the other ‘Linamac’ is a diabetes medication. This issue is not new in India, as the medical community has long complained about the use of identical trade names for drugs with distinct active ingredients. Key Highlights Historical Perspective: The problem of…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/01/2024 WEF meeting in Davos (2024): 5 key takeaways (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express Every year, leaders from diverse fields convene in the Swiss town of Davos for the World Economic Forum (WEF) to deliberate on global challenges and chart paths for the future. Despite criticism for its elite and expensive nature, the Davos summit continues to be relevant, offering insights into the perspectives of the rich and powerful on pressing global issues. Key Highlights Artificial Intelligence in the Spotlight: The predominant theme of this year’s WEF meeting was Artificial Intelligence (AI). Discussions…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/01/2024 With just two speakers, a language in Kerala with no script is on the brink of extinction (General Studies- Paper I) Source : TH The remote colony of Kookanam, near Karivellurgrama panchayat, is facing the imminent loss of its unique language, Madhika, spoken by the Chakaliya community. P. Narayanan, 87, and his niece Rajputhri, the last fluent speakers of Madhika, fear that the language, devoid of a script, will disappear with them. Key Highlights Despite its similarities to Kannada, Madhika is a distinct blend of Telugu, Tulu, Kannada, and Malayalam, bewildering listeners with its diverse influences.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/01/2024 China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway (General Studies- Paper II and III) Source : Indian Express China’s ambitious infrastructure projects are reshaping the geopolitical landscape, particularly in the context of declining Russian influence. Two key outlets connect Xinjiang to South and Central Asia, with recent developments indicating a renewed focus on the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway (CKU-R) project. Key Highlights Key Transportation Routes: Two outlets connect Xinjiang to South and Central Asia. One route passes through the Khunjerab Pass to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The second route goes via the Irkashtam Pass to Kyrgyzstan. A narrow cliff-side road traverses the Pamir Mountains into…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/01/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/01/2024 China’s population fell for the second year in a row in 2023 (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express In 2023, China witnessed a decline in its total population for the second consecutive year, reporting 11.1 million deaths and 9 million births. The total population stood at 1.4 billion, marking a significant shift in demographic dynamics. Key Highlights Fertility Rate Decline: The decline in population is attributed to a decreasing Total Fertility Rate (TFR) since 2016. TFR represents the average number of children a woman is expected to bear in her lifetime. China’s TFR,…