Current affairs

Current Affairs 22nd February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) Context: Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that despite the Israeli conflict in Gaza impacting the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC) plans, India and Greece should continue their commitment to this "peace project". About IMEC...

Current Affairs 21st February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Context: The United States vetoed the UNSC resolution that called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. About UNSC Premier Global Body: The UN Security Council stands as the leading international entity tasked with the preservation...

Editorial of the Day (21st Feb): Panchayats as Self-governing Institution

Context: The 73rd and 74th Amendments aimed to empower local bodies, but progress varies across states. Panchayats still rely heavily on grants (80% central, 15% state), generating only 1% of their own revenue. Avenues for Own Source Revenue (OSR) State...

Article 142 of Indian Constitution, Significance and Use of Article 142

Context: The Supreme Court declared Kuldeep Kumar as the new Mayor of Chandigarh (UT). Article 142 of Indian Constitution Empower the Supreme Court to pass any decree or order necessary for doing “complete justice” in any case or matter pending...

Maratha Reservation in Maharashtra, 10% Quota For Marathas

Context: The Maharashtra Cabinet approved a bill to provide a 10% quota for the Maratha community in education and government jobs. More in News The bill maintains the current OBC quota and raises Maharashtra's total reservations to 62%, exceeding the...

International Mother Language Day 2024, Theme, Significance

International Mother Language Day 2024 Language serves as the cornerstone of communication, forming the very basis of our interactions and understanding of the world. Each language embodies a unique cultural identity and heritage, reflecting the rich tapestry of human diversity....

Current Affairs 20th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Protecting Red Sea Shipping Context: Despite theS.-led Operation Prosperity Guardian to protect commercial traffic through the Red Sea, shippers have warned that the Houthi factor could compel the use of longer routes for several more months. The European Union also...

Forest Conservation Amendment Act, 2023

Context: The Supreme Court of India has put the 2023 Forest Conservation Amendment Act on hold due to a narrower definition of "forest". About Forest Conservation Act 2023 Objective: Aims to refine and strengthen the provisions of the Forest (Conservation)...

Crop Diversification and its Benefits

Context: The Indian government is encouraging crop diversification among farmers to reduce reliance on traditional crops and bolster sustainability and economic viability. About Crop Diversification Crop diversification refers to the practice of growing a variety of crops on a farm...

Farmers Protest 2.0, Background, Key Demands and Government Response

The 2024 Indian farmers' protest, which commenced on February 13, 2024, marks a significant resurgence of farmer agitation in India, echoing the sentiments and demands of the 2020–2021 protests. The protest, primarily led by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha and the...