Current affairs

Micro, Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises Day 2024

Every year on June 27, the global community comes together to celebrate Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day. This observance, initiated by the United Nations, underscores the significant contributions of MSMEs to economies and societies around the world. Micro,...

Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA Act) 1996

Context Political representation for marginalised communities can boost forest conservation and secure economic interests. They advocate for decentralisation and democratisation, giving local communities actual decision-making power in resource management. Background of PESA Act 1996 India's conservation policy has struggled with...

Current Affairs 26th June 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

E-Sakshya App Context: A few days before the implementation of the three penal laws, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is testing eSakshya (electronic evidence) application. About eSakshya App Implementation: Developed by the National Informatics Center (NIC). Available to...

Editorial of the Day (26th June): Maharashtra’s Water Crisis

Context: Marathwada, a region in Maharashtra, faces significant water scarcity exacerbated by its geographical and climatic conditions. The situation worsened following a deficient monsoon, leading the Maharashtra government to declare several parts of the State drought-hit. Factors Responsible For Water...

Election Of Lok Sabha Speaker, Criteria and Voting Process

Context: Om Birla was elected the Lok Sabha Speaker (2nd time) by defeating the opposition candidate Kodikkunil Suresh. Election Of Lok Sabha Speaker Article 93: It says that the House of the People shall, as soon as may be, choose...

Rahul Gandhi appointed as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha

Context: Rahul Gandhi will be the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha. This will be the first time in 10 years that the Lok Sabha will have a Leader of Opposition. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha The Leader of...

Multipolar World Order, Characteristics and Prospects

Context: The country's foreign policy stance reshaped India’s global image, advocating a balanced perspective on global issues, as seen in his notable 2022 speech at the Bratislava Forum. This approach aligns with the vision of India as Vishvabandhu ("friend of...

Current Affairs 25th June 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Keralam Context: The Kerala assembly unanimously passed the resolution to change the state’s name to “Keralam” and urged the central government to change the state’s official name in all the languages. Origin of the Name "Keralam" Various theories exist regarding...

Power Markets in India: Functioning, Advantages, Road Ahead

Context: To address peak power demand during an unusually hot summer, the government has allowed the trading of surplus electricity generated from "linkage coal" in the country's power markets. Coal linkages are typically allocated by the government to thermal units...

Enemy Agents Ordinance, Origin and its Provisions

Context: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) said those found assisting militants in J&K should be tried by investigating agencies under the Enemy Agents Ordinance, 2005. The law is more stringent than the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)...