Welcome to this week’s current affairs quiz, where we’ll test your knowledge of the latest and most significant events happening around the world.
UPSC
UPSC NCERT Notes – Indian Polity – Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
The Prime Minister of India holds the pivotal role as the leader of the Lok Sabha and the effective head of the government.
In today’s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services examination.
Cultivating Harmony: Unleashing the Power of Natural Farming from Plough to Plate – UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis – 29th December 2023
“Cultivating Harmony: Unleashing the Power of Natural Farming from Plough to Plate” embodies a paradigm shift in agricultural practices, advocating for a return to nature-centric approaches.
How is the Indian concept of secularism different from the Western model of secularism? Discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)
The concept of secularism, a foundational principle in governance, varies significantly between India and the Western world.
‘Despite the implementation of various programs for eradication of poverty by the government in India, poverty is still existing’. Explain by giving reasons. (10 marks, 150 words)
In India, despite the earnest efforts of the government through the implementation of numerous poverty eradication programs, the persisting specter of poverty remains a stark reality.
“Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, caste system cannot be eradicated in India.” Comment. (10 marks, 150 words)
The caste system in India, a deeply ingrained social hierarchy, is undergoing a transformative evolution, adopting new identities and associational forms that challenge traditional notions of hierarchy.
What are the consequences of spreading ‘Dead Zones’ on marine ecosystems? (10 marks, 150 words)
As these zones expand, the consequences reverberate throughout marine ecosystems. Oxygen depletion leads to the death of marine organisms, disrupting food chains and biodiversity.
Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics. (10 marks, 150 words)
A mantle plume is a column of hot and buoyant rock rising from Earth’s mantle to the surface. These plumes are believed to originate near the Earth’s core-mantle boundary
Why is India taking keen interest in the Arctic region? (10 marks, 150 words)
India’s growing fascination with the Arctic region is a strategic response rooted in its evolving geopolitical and economic interests.