Special Officer for Linguistic Minority, Functions & Objectives

May 16, 2023

Special Officer for Linguistic Minority To uphold the rights of linguistic minorities, the President of India appoints a Special Officer for Linguistic Minority (350B). A Special Officer for Linguistic Minority position was established in 1957, as stated in Article 350B of the Constitution. The Commissioner for Linguistic Minorities is who they are. The Special Officer …

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Editorial of the Day: Weather-Proofing Food Security (Indian Express)

May 16, 2023

Context: The article is discussing the current state of inflation and economic growth in India, as well as the role of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Government of India (GoI) in managing these factors. It notes that the recent decrease in the consumer price index (CPI) inflation and food price inflation is …

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Case Study of the Day: School Adoption Initiative in Darrang, Assam

May 16, 2023

Introduction The School Adoption Initiative in Darrang, Assam, is a noteworthy program aimed at improving the quality of education and infrastructure in government schools. This case study examines the initiative’s objectives, implementation strategies, key stakeholders, challenges faced, and the overall impact it has had on the educational landscape of Darrang district. Objectives of the Initiative …

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Current Affairs 16th May 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

May 16, 2023

Current Affairs 16th May 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary Context: Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary of Odisha has witnessed the dwindling of elephant population. About Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary: Satkosia sanctuary is located in a place where the Mahanadi River passes through a 22 km long gorge in the Eastern Ghats mountains. It was created in 1976. …

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Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act

May 16, 2023

Context: Ten years after the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (PoSH) came into force, the Supreme Court Bench of India has said that there are “serious lapses” and “uncertainty” regarding its implementation. Formation of the PoSH Act The formation of the PoSH Act, officially known as the Sexual …

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Forest Rights Act, 2006

May 16, 2023

Context: The tribal delegates of some States in India have condemned State governments and Central Government over the failure to implement the Forest Rights Act, 2006. What is the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006? History: In the colonial era, the British diverted abundant forest wealth of the nation to meet their economic needs. The settlement …

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Land Reclamation

May 16, 2023

Context: Many places around the world have undertaken coastal land reclamation projects, intended to drain the water and use the land for multiple purposes. What is Land Reclamation? Land reclamation is the process of developing new land from oceans, seas, riverbeds or lake beds. In the current context, it refers to extending land into previously submerged …

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The Economics of Climate Change in India

May 16, 2023

Contest: Reserve Bank of India (RBI)‘s recently published ‘annual report on currency and finance’ includes a chapter explaining climate change’s macroeconomic effects. What is Climate Change? Climate change refers to long-term shifts and alterations in the Earth’s climate patterns, including changes in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other aspects of the climate system. It is …

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Banking System in India, History, Structure, Types, Reforms

May 16, 2023

Banking System in India The Banking System in India is a well-developed and regulated system that plays a crucial role in the country’s economy. It comprises various types of banks, including public sector banks, private sector banks, foreign banks, regional rural banks, and cooperative banks. The Banking System in India offers a range of services, …

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Operation Samudragupt, Objective and Drug Trafficking Case

May 16, 2023

Operation Samudragupt Operation Samudragupt was established by the NCB Director General to combat heroin and another drug trafficking in the Indian Ocean region. Sanjay Kumar Singh, Deputy Director General (Ops), NCB, headed the operation, which was comprised of officers from NCB Headquarters’ Operations Branch. Operation Samudragupt is an important event that has happened recently and …

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