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Caspian Sea

Caspian sea, Map, Bordering Countries, Geographical Features

Caspian Sea The Caspian Sea is divided into three areas: northern, middle, and southern, based on underwater features and water characteristics. It has about 50 islands, mostly small. The largest islands include Chechen, Tyuleny, Morskoy, Kulaly, Zhiloy, and Ogurchin. The Caspian Sea is the world’s largest inland body of water located between the Caucasus Mountains …

Baltic Sea

Baltic Sea, Map, Location, Bordering Countries, Geography, Significance

Baltic Sea The Baltic Sea is a semi-enclosed sea in Northern Europe, part of the North Atlantic Ocean. It stretches from southern Denmark to near the Arctic Circle, separating the Scandinavian Peninsula from continental Europe. It has about 8000 km of coastline, shared by countries like Sweden, Poland, and Finland. The sea covers roughly 377000 …

NATO Countries

NATO Countries List 2024, Check Out Members Lists and Map

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) marks a pivotal alliance in global security dynamics. As of 2024, NATO celebrates its 75th anniversary, a significant milestone for a coalition established to promote peace and stability in Europe and North America. This article provides a comprehensive overview of NATO, its member countries, their capitals, functions, and more. …

October, 2024 | - Part 49_9.1

Should States that Spend Irresponsibly be Penalised?

Context: The fiscal stress faced by several Indian states highlights the need to rethink how state debt is managed and priced. Historical Context: New York City’s Fiscal Crisis In 1975, New York City was experiencing a severe fiscal crisis and was locked out of financial markets. President Gerald Ford initially opposed federal assistance, stating he …

October, 2024 | - Part 49_10.1

Reassessing Disaster Management in Kerala Post-Landslides

Context Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan stated that 231 people had died and 41 remained missing in the recent landslide in Kerala. The disaster exposed Kerala’s vulnerability to natural calamities and raised concerns about the state’s disaster management strategies, particularly in areas like Wayanad, which have faced landslides for over four decade Kerala’s Changing …

October, 2024 | - Part 49_11.1

Elephant Census, Key Findings of Status of Elephant in India 2022-23 Report

The “Status of Elephant in India 2022-23” report by the Environment Ministry highlights a declining elephant population. Its release is delayed due to pending census data from northeastern states. The Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change suspended the release of the elephant census report, ‘Status of elephants in India 2022-23’,  citing the delay in …

Current Affairs for UPSC Exam 2024

Current Affairs 5th Oct 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Co-districts in Assam Context: As a new administrative set-up, the Assam government launched 21 co-districts in the state. About Co-districts They will serve as smaller administrative units below the districts led by an officer of the rank of Assistant District Commissioner. Aim: To bring governance closer to citizens’ homes. Streamlining processes and improving accessibility to …