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Current Affairs 4th December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Green Credit Programme Context: PM Narendra Modi launched the Global Green Credit Initiative at COP 28 in Dubai. About the Green Credit Programme Market-Based Mechanism: Operates as a market-driven approach to encourage environmental responsibility. Voluntary Environmental Actions: Focuses on incentivizing...

Indian Navy Day 2023, Themes, History, Celebration and Significance

Indian Navy Day, commemorated annually on 4 December, is a significant occasion in India that holds a special place in the hearts of its citizens. This day is marked by celebrations that reflect the strength, resilience, and commitment of the...

Cyclone Michaung, Tropical Cyclone, Path, and Landfall

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted the formation of Cyclone Michaung in the southwest Bay of Bengal, expected to make landfall in coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh on December 4. Cyclone Michaung The India Meteorological Department...

Patent Regime in India, Advantages, Challenges

Context: India has made significant reforms to its patent system to improve efficiency, but there is now a concern that quality may suffer. What is a Patent? A patent is a form of intellectual property granted by the government to...

Editorial of the Day: Understanding Simultaneous Elections

Understanding Simultaneous Elections Context: The Indian government's recent initiative to explore the feasibility of holding simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha, State assemblies, and local bodies is a significant undertaking. This effort involves a six-member panel tasked with examining and...

Current Affairs 2nd December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Drones to Women SHGs Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Central Sector Scheme for providing Drones to the Women Self Help Groups (SHGs). Central Sector Scheme Overview Type: Central Sector Scheme Objective: To equip selected Women Self Help Groups...

Indian Pharmaceutical Sector, Policy Framework, Challenges

Context: The Indian pharmaceutical industry is expected to reach the $130 billion mark by 2030. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join Indian Pharmaceutical Sector: An Overview Historical Evolution The Indian pharmaceutical industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past...

Halal Certificate Ban in U.P., Reasons, Issuance of Halal Certificates

Context: Uttar Pradesh Government’s Food Security and Drug Administration banned the “manufacture, sale, storage and distribution of halal-certified products with immediate effect. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join About term Halal Halal (Arabic term) means ‘permissible’, as opposed to notions...

Editorial Summary: ‘India’s G-20 Presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism’

‘India’s G-20 Presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism’ Context: India's presidency of the G-20 marked a significant year, characterised by efforts to address global challenges and promote a more inclusive and sustainable future. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to...

Current Affairs 1st December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum Context: The 4th edition of the ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF) was held in Langkawi, Malaysia. ASEAN India Grassroots InnovationForum (AIGIF): An Introduction It is an annual forum designed to enhance collaboration between India...