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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/12/2023Broadcast regulation 3.0, commissions and omissionsUnderstanding simultaneous electionsLoss and Damage Fund cleared on Day One of COP-28 summitIndia set to launch its first X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite: ISROAir pollution causes over 2 million deaths annually in IndiaCURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/12/2023 Broadcast regulation 3.0, commissions and omissions (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The recent Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, released in November by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), marks the latest effort in a series of endeavors to regulate broadcasting comprehensively. Previous attempts include the Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill in 2007 and the Broadcasting Bill…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2023Journey of a vote — how EVMs, postal ballots make their way to voters and backNASA to train an Indian astronaut for ISS missionUPI and managing the surge in digital fraudCentre and Manipur signs peace agreement with UNLFMajor oil and gas firms have pledged to go carbon neutral by 2050Understanding rat-hole miningUnemployment rate in urban areas has come down: surveySri Lanka reaches agreement with India, Paris Club on debt treatmentCURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2023 Journey of a vote — how EVMs, postal ballots make their way to voters and back (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2023Irish author Paul Lynch’s ‘Prophet Song’ wins Booker Prize 2023How Indian agriculture has grown with limited ‘factors of production’?The challenge of maritime security in the Global SouthWhy are the Marathas mobilising now?The need to disclose political donationsWhat is RBI’s latest move to increase risk weight for lending about?CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2023 Irish author Paul Lynch’s ‘Prophet Song’ wins Booker Prize 2023 (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The Indian Express Irish author Paul Lynch clinched the prestigious Booker Prize in 2023 for his novel “Prophet Song.” The book triumphed over the debut novel “Western Lane” by…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 28 November 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper III, EconomyQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, EconomyMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper III, Economy 1. Elaborate on the relationship between government spending, particularly in areas such as subsidies, and the fiscal deficit, highlighting the challenges and implications for the overall economic health of the country. Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Economy 2. Can you explain the concept of dollarization and its potential impact on the economy of a country? How does the adoption of a foreign currency, such as the U.S. dollar, influence key economic indicators,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/11/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/11/2023Favourable Fiscal Trends in First HalfChina pneumonia outbreakOver Rs 93,240 crore of stressed unsecured loans in bank portfoliosEC stops Telangana farmer aid schemeIt’s time to revamp the structure of the Supreme CourtCan dollarisation save an economy?SC rejects undertrial’s plea to use its powers to club 30 FIRsAs deaths due to work-related factors increase, ILO report calls for countries to strengthen safety netCURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/11/2023 Favourable Fiscal Trends in First Half (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Union government’s fiscal performance in the initial half of the year demonstrates positive trends, with…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 27 November 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social IssuesQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper II and III, Social Issues and EconomyMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues 1. Provide an overview of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, including its key components and significance in the context of healthcare in India. Question 2 – General Studies- Paper II and III, Social Issues and Economy 2. Examine the concept of granting special category status to states, outlining its implications, and specifically, how such a status could potentially benefit states like Bihar. Facebook Page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/raosacademyindia Telegram Channel 👉 https://t.me/raosacademyOfficial…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/11/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/11/2023Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) to be called ‘AyushmanArogyaMandir’Fleet electrification to tackle urban pollutionMoulding the Himalayas needs cautionWhy has Binance been fined by the U.S.?Bill bars courts from inquiring into ‘privileged communication’ between Ministers, PresidentWhy is Bihar demanding the Special Category Status?How DAOs are shaping the future of the digital world?CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/11/2023 Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) to be called ‘AyushmanArogyaMandir’ (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The Union Government has decided to rename the existing Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) to ‘AyushmanArogyaMandir’ with the tagline ‘ArogyamParmamDhanam.’…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/11/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/11/2023Need for climate-smart agriculture in IndiaCentre exempts CERT-In from ambit of RTI ActClosely monitoring outbreak of avian influenza cases: govt.Generic drugs for 4rare diseases made available in IndiaFalling recovery rates and increase in resolution time dent IBC’s success, says CRISILFor sickle-cell anaemia, a new cureWhy a NASA spacecraft fired a laser at Earth?CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/11/2023 Need for climate-smart agriculture in India (General Studies- Paper I and III) Source : TH Climate change and food insecurity emerge as the two most critical challenges facing humanity in the 21st century. The consequences of climate change, such as…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 25 November 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II and III, Social Issues and ScienceQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, EnvironmentMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II and III, Social Issues and Science 1. What is rare disease and what is the prevalence of rare diseases in India? What initiatives or programs are being undertaken to address the challenges posed by rare diseases? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Environment 2. Explain the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) and its components. Facebook Page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/raosacademyindia Telegram Channel 👉 https://t.me/raosacademyOfficial Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/raosacademyindia/ Please share your answer in…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 24 November 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, PolityQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, EconomyMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity 1. In the context of Indian democracy, discuss the role of the Governor in a state. Highlight the constitutional powers vested in the Governor and the significance of this position in ensuring effective governance and the federal structure. Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Economy 2. Define Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and elucidate its significance for the Indian economy. Facebook Page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/raosacademyindia Telegram Channel 👉 https://t.me/raosacademyOfficial Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/raosacademyindia/ Please share your answer in image…