CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/09/2023
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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/09/2023 Centre to Regulate Dark Patterns on the Internet (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Indian government is seeking public feedback on draft guidelines aimed at preventing and regulating “dark patterns” on the internet, particularly within e-commerce platforms. These guidelines are designed to address deceptive design practices that mislead or manipulate users into taking actions they did not originally intend to do. The public has the opportunity to provide comments on these guidelines until October 5, and they are available on the Union Consumer Affairs Ministry’s website. Key Highlights What are Dark Patterns?…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/09/2023
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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/09/2023
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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/09/2023 Carrying Capacity Study of the Himalayan Region (General Studies- Paper I and III) Source : The Hindu The destructive floods in northern India in August have raised concerns at the highest levels of government. Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud had previously suggested the need for a comprehensive study on the carrying capacity of the Himalayan region. In response, the Indian government has proposed the establishment of a 13-member technical committee to address this issue. Key Highlights Understanding Carrying Capacity: The concept of “carrying capacity” is rooted in population biology and refers to the sustainable quantity…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/09/2023 One nation, one election plan: How the Constitution is amended? (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The Law Ministry has established a panel of eight members haired by former President Ram NathKovind which also includes Union Home Minister Amit Shah. One of the panel’s tasks is to investigate the need for a constitutional amendment to enable simultaneous elections in India. Key Highlights Simultaneous elections would involve holding national and state elections together, reducing the frequency of elections. The panel will assess whether such a constitutional amendment would require ratification by the states. Making…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/09/2023 Three-fourths of India’s irrigation sources run on electricity (General Studies- Paper III, Page 10) Source : The Hindu The latest edition of the Minor Irrigation Census (MIC) highlights the prevalent use of electricity as the primary power source for groundwater extraction. The report, which compiles data on privately owned irrigation sources such as borewells and tubewells, shows that electricity’s dominance has steadily increased over time. Key Highlights Electricity Powers 76% of Groundwater Sources: In 2017-18, electricity powered 76% of groundwater extraction sources compared to previous years. This marks a significant increase from 56% in 2011 and…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/09/2023 Mangri Orang: An Unsung Hero (General Studies- Paper I) Source : TH On August 29, the North East Regional Centre (NERC) of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (INGCA) staged a play titled “Malati Mem”. It was based on Mangri Orang’s life and her revolutionary spirit. Key Highlights Mangri Orang, an Adivasi with roots in central India, was referred to as “Malati Mem” by fellow plantation workers, with “Mem” being a shorter form of memsahib. She is known for leading a fight against the proliferation of foreign liquor and opium during the colonial period…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/09/2023 Economy grew 7.8% in first quarter (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH Strong Initial Growth: India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross Value Added (GVA) experienced a notable growth rate of 7.8% in the first quarter of the financial year. This was the highest growth rate in four quarters, attributed to a supportive base. Key Highlights Factors Influencing Growth: However, economists are cautious about the sustainability of this growth due to potential factors such as a weak monsoon, high inflation, and global economic challenges. These factors might slow down the growth trajectory for the remainder…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/08/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/08/2023 Illegal Trade of Red Sand Boa in India Source : TH The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)-India released a report on illegal trade of red sand boa (Eryxjohnii) in India from 2016 to 2021. The report compiled data from media reports on 172 incidents of red sand boa seizures during the mentioned period. Out of these, 157 records specifically mentioned red sand boas, while 15 included sand boas along with other wildlife species. Key Highlights The red sand boa is categorized as ‘Near Threatened’ by the IUCN and is facing a decreasing population trend in its habitats.…
