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1st All-Women CISF Battalion
The Union Home Ministry has approved the establishment of the first all-women battalion in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). CISF was established in 1969 under an Act of the Parliament of India. Later it made an armed force of...
Last updated on November 15th, 2024 03:28 pm -
The Perfect Cocktail Of Layered Discrimination
Background on Delimitation Delimitation refers to the process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral constituencies. Article 82 of the Indian Constitution mandates that the number of Lok Sabha seats per state be recalibrated after each Census by the Delimitation Commission....
Last updated on November 15th, 2024 03:12 pm -
Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome
Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome is an emerging health concern that underscores the interconnectedness of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), kidney disorders, and metabolic abnormalities. For UPSC aspirants, understanding CKM Syndrome is crucial for addressing questions related to public health, preventive medicine,...
Last updated on November 15th, 2024 02:48 pm -
SC Puts Brakes on Bulldozer Culture
Context The Supreme Court has laid down a series of guidelines to ensure that due process is followed for demolishing the properties of citizens accused of crimes exercising its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution. About Bulldozer Justice It...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 07:42 pm -
Comb Jellies
Context According to a recent study, Comb jellies possess the remarkable ability to reverse ageing and transform into younger forms. About Comb Jellies Comb jellies are transparent, gelatinous marine invertebrates drifting in oceans worldwide. They are among the oldest multicellular...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 07:37 pm -
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano
Context Many International flights cancelled in Bali due to ash clouds from a volcanic eruption in the Indonesian island. About Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Location: Flores Island, southeastern Indonesia. It is part of the Lewotobi twin volcano complex, comprising Lewotobi Laki-Laki...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 07:32 pm -
Alarming rate of decrease in African elephant count
Context A recent study has highlighted the severe decline of African elephant populations particularly savannah elephants and forest elephants. About Population Decline Savannah elephants: Populations fell by approximately 70% at surveyed sites. Forest elephants: Experienced an even steeper decline of...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 07:23 pm -
Artificial Reef Project in Kerala
Context Kerala Fisheries Department has undertaken an Artificial Reef Project to replenish marine population in the state. About Artificial Reef project The Kerala State Coastal Area Development Corporation (KSCADC) is implementing the project with technical support from the Central Marine...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 07:21 pm -
Domestic Systematically Important Banks
Context The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the list of Domestic Systematically Important Banks. About Domestic Systematically Important Banks (D-SIB) D-SIB is a financial institution that is so large and significant that its failure could have a catastrophic...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 07:17 pm -
Data on Carbon Emissions
Context According to a Global Carbon Project study, Global fossil-based CO2 emissions are projected to reach 37.4 billion tonnes in 2024, marking a 0.8% increase from 2023. Key facts of the study India’s CO2 emissions from fossil fuels are expected...
Last updated on November 14th, 2024 03:44 pm