Why in the News? In Short: About Sierra Leone (country in West Africa) #Map Credit: Britannica & MapsOfWorld Sierra Leone’s leader has announced a state of emergency due to widespread drug misuse Kush: Sierra Leone’s new illegal drug The president has instructed to establish a National Task Force […]
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? Constitutional Provisions Related to Environment Background of M K Ranjitsinh & Ors. vs Union of India Case: The Great Indian Bustard (GIB) Other SC rulings on Environmental Issues Supreme Court’s verdict regarding the protection against Climate Change The necessity for the Right to be
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? What exactly is a VVPAT? How does the VVPAT work? What is an EVM – Electronic Voting Machine? Pros & Cons of EVM (Electronic Voting Machines) Judicial Pronouncements on Use of EVMs Interesting Facts about VVPAT Present VVPAT Slip Counting Protocol Challenges Related to
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? Trophy hunting Botswana government charges fees for hunting elephants Reason for Large Elephant Population in Botswana Challenge with Elevated Elephant Numbers in Botswana Britain was also threatened to send 10 thousand elephants Measures Implemented to Decrease Elephant Population Advantages of Trophy Hunting Conclusion MCQ’s
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? What is Solar Eclipse? Three main types of Solar Eclipses The scientific impact of Solar Eclipses (Surya Grahan) Solar Eclipses (Surya Grahan) Across Cultures Lunar Eclipse (Chandra Grahan) Conclusion FAQs MCQs Why in the News? An astronomical spectacle is all set to captivate skywatchers
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? About AFSPA AFSPA: Historical background Provisions of AFSPA) States under AFSPA Act Observation Committees Over the AFSPA Role of the judiciary Criticism of AFSPA AFSPA: Way Forward / Recommendations Conclusion FAQs MCQs Why in the News? Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday (26
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? What is Citizenship? Who is an illegal migrant in India? About Citizenship Amendment Act (1955, 2019). National Register of Citizens (NRC) CAA 2024 Rules: Citizenship Amendment Rules The Nehru-Liaquat Pact Conclusion FAQs MCQs Why in the News? The government on Monday (11 March, 2024)
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Why in the News? Mission Divyastra About MIRV Technology MIRV Technology is New to India IGMDP Agni Ballistic Missile System About Agni-5 Missiles Challenges in MIRV Development in India Conclusion FAQs MCQs Why in the News? On March 11, Prime Minister Modi announced the successful flight test of
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What’s in this Article? Table of Contents Introduction: What is the UN? History: Formation and Evolution of the UN. Objectives of the United Nations. Structure: Principal Organs of the Functions: United Nations India and the United Nations Challenges and limitations of the UN Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) MCQ’s (UPSC: PYQ’s) Introduction: What is the UN?
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