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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2024 EASY CURRENT AFFAIRS – BOOKS 1. Who of the following is the author of
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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2024 EASY GEOGRAPHY – INDIAN RIVERS 1. With reference to the Himalayan rivers joining the
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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2023 S&T – Intellectual Property Rights 1. Consider the investments in the following assets: Brand
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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2024 EASY S&T – Information and Communication Technology 1. Which one of the following words/phrases
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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2023 POLITY – National Commission for BCs 1. Consider the following organizations/ bodies in India:
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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2024 EASY POLITY – CENTRE – STATE RELATIONS 1. Which one of the following statements is
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UPSC – CSE Prelims 2024 EASY POLITY – Amendments to the Constitution 1. As per Article 368 of the
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•The Chief Minister outlined a six-step plan to transform Himachal Pradesh into a green energy state. •The goal is to
•Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called for the restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. •He also promised free electricity
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•MoU on Defence Cooperation: India and Algeria signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral defence ties. •Signatories: The
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•Prime Minister Modi condemns attack on Hindu temple in Canada: He expressed concern about rising anti-Indian activities threatening the safety
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•Military and Security: India and Iran have shared concerns about terrorism and potential opportunities for military cooperation and joint counterterrorism
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•Location: India’s First Green Certified Zoo is located in Bankhandi, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. •Certification: It is certified by the
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A new “black hole triple” system was found, located 8,000 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus, marking the first identification
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•Privacy Violation: The judge ruled that obtaining a spouse’s private information (such as call records) without consent is breach of
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•Hwasong-19 Missile of North Korea is a long-range intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). •Fuel Type: Solid fuel, enhancing mobility and readiness
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•Definition: Remote sensing technology using pulsed laser light to measure distances and create 3D surface models. •Components: It includes a
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•Doped with rare earth ions, luminescent nanomaterials exhibit luminescence that varies with light wavelength exposure. •Ink shows vibrant blue (365
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•MRFA procurement: The procurement process for 114 multi-role fighter aircraft (MRFA) for the Indian Air Force (IAF) is influenced by
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•WWF’s LPI 2024: World Wildlife Fund’s 2024 Living Planet Index (LPI) report indicates 73% average decline in wildlife populations since
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•Launch: PM-JAY was launched by the Government of India in 2018. •Coverage: PM-JAY provides health insurance coverage of up to
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•Import Reliance: India relies on imports to meet its fertilizer needs: 1.Urea: Approx 20% of domestic requirements met through imports.
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•False charges: The recent report from the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) highlights a troubling trend where governments are
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•Polio Case Discovery: A two-year-old boy in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills district showed symptoms of polio in early August 2023.
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