Current affairs

National Youth Day 2024, Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda

National Youth Day in India is celebrated annually on January 12 to honour the teachings and ideals of Swami Vivekananda, the chief disciple of the 19th-century mystic Ramakrishna Paramhansa. Born on January 12, 1863, in Kolkata, Swami Vivekananda is renowned...

Income Inequality as Per RBI Report, Key Highlights, Measurement

Context: Recently, the Economic Research Department of the State Bank of India report stated that income inequality has declined in India with a higher tax base and a shift in taxpayers from lower income to higher income tax bracket. Key...

Editorial Analysis (10th Jan): Charting a path to disability inclusion in politics

Context: The article covers the Election Commission of India's newly issued guidelines that encourage political parties to adopt language sensitive to disabilities and to enhance inclusivity for persons with disabilities. It is a commendable step forward amid recent cases of...

Editorial Analysis (10th Jan): A Look At Project Tiger, 50 Years On

Context: India's ambitious tiger conservation efforts, while successful in boosting tiger numbers, have sparked conflict due to legal oversights and the displacement of forest-dwelling communities. Evolution Of Laws related To Wildlife Protection 1972: Enactment of the Wildlife (Protection) Act (WLPA),...

Current Affairs 11th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Status Of GI Tags In India Context: Seven distinctive products from Odisha have been granted the esteemed Geographical Indication (GI) tag, affirming their unique connection to the state. About GI Tags About: GIs are labels indicating the origin of a...

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024, Trade Show Focus Area, Purpose

On a historic occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ceremoniously opened the Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show 2024 in Gandhinagar. Distinguished guests in attendance included President Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique, President José Ramos-Horta of Timor Leste, and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra...

World Hindi Day 2024, Theme, History and Significance

World Hindi Day, celebrated annually on January 10th, is dedicated to recognizing the importance of Hindi as a language. The day commemorates the first use of Hindi in the United Nations General Assembly in 1949. Hindi Diwas, celebrated on September...

Editorial of the Day (9th Jan): Debating India’s New Hit-and-Run Law

Context: Commercial drivers and transporters from different States are demonstrating against Section 106 (2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), which enforces severe penalties for hit-and-run cases. About Section 106 (2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) Penalties...

Editorial of the Day (9th Jan): An Ambitious Push for Values, Ethics in Higher Education

Context: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has launched Mulya Pravah 2.0 to improve ethics in higher education. This updated guideline from 2019 emphasises instilling human values and professional ethics in institutions, fostering a culture of integrity and adherence to constitutional...

Editorial of the Day (9th Jan): Curb the Disillusionment with the Traditional Rule of Law

Context: The article examines India's legal reforms and challenges in justice implementation, contrasting traditional and modern law enforcement methods, and underscores the importance of due process in maintaining rule of law integrity. Essential Condition for the Continued Trust in the...