Current affairs

Religion Based Reservation: A Legal View

Context: India is currently discussing key constitutional issues related to reservations in the context of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Constitutional Framework and Judicial Rulings Affirmative Action: The Indian Constitution facilitates affirmative action, including reservation, to correct historical injustices and...

Carbon Farming in India, Challenges, Global Initiatives

Context: Carbon farming offers climate solutions and economic benefits but faces challenges, especially in developing countries like India, where tailored strategies are needed for widespread adoption. Carbon Farming Carbon farming involves regenerative agricultural practices that aim to improve ecosystem health,...

Editorial of the Day (7th May): Climate Change Verdict

Context The Supreme Court of India has recently affirmed the constitutional rights to life, equality, and the right to a healthy environment. This decision is seen as a potential turning point amidst a severe ecological crisis as global temperatures continue...

Current Affairs 7th May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Magnetic Resource Imaging Context: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) was developed in the 1970s, and now has become vital in modern medical diagnostics. Magnetic Resource Imaging (MRI): An Overview What is it? MRI is a non-invasive imaging technique used to visualise...

Inheritance Tax in India, Key Aspects, History, Challenges

Recently, the discourse surrounding wealth redistribution and income inequality has gained significant debate in India. Among the various proposed measures, implementing an inheritance tax has emerged as a subject of considerable debate. In this article, we will discuss the concept...

Latin America’s Dengue Spike

Context: Dengue cases in Latin America and the Caribbean have surged, with over 5.9 million cases reported from January to April 2024, surpassing the 4.4 million total cases recorded in all of 2023. Worst-Hit Countries of Dengue in Latin America...

Anti Dumping Duty, Goals, Legality and Examples

Context: The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) recommended the imposition of anti-dumping duty on sodium cyanide (NaCN) imported from China, the European Union, Japan and Korea. Over the past three financial years, the Finance Ministry has imposed anti-dumping duties...

Artificial General Intelligence, Benefits, Concerns and Scepticism

Context: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, expressed his commitment to invest billions of dollars towards the development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) AGI refers to a machine or software capable of performing any intellectual task that...

Sudan’s Civil War, Historical Context, Reasons, Current Situation

Context: Sudan's current conflict is fueled by a persistent identity crisis and the inability of successive governments to manage the nation's vast diversity of ethnic groups and languages. Sudan's Civil War Historical Context Post-Independence Mahdist State: The government formed in...

Current Affairs 6th May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Catatumbo Lightning A natural phenomenon involving near-constant lightning strikes over Venezuela's Catatumbo River. Location: Primarily occurs where Catatumbo River flows into Lake Maracaibo. How Catatumbo Lightning Forms Warm Air from the Caribbean: Warm, humid air from the Caribbean Sea moves...