UPSC Preparation Strategy

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.

In today’s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services

The water scarcity crisis in Bengaluru presents a pressing call to action for India as a whole. Once known as the “Garden City,”

Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS) are carefully delineated regions characterized by their unique and delicate ecosystems, encompassing terrestrial, coastal, marine, and inland waters. 

UNESCO World Heritage Sites include natural areas celebrated for their extraordinary beauty and aesthetic value.

Biosphere reserves play a crucial role in promoting the conservation of biodiversity, fostering sustainable development, and facilitating research and monitoring efforts. 

Between 1982 and 2013, India added a total of 26 sites to the list of Ramsar sites. However, from 2014 to 2022, the country accelerated its efforts and added 49 new wetlands to the list, bringing the total to 75 sites covering an area of 13,26,677 hectares. 

Elephant Reserves in India are areas specially designated for the conservation and protection of elephants and their habitats.

India is home to a rich biodiversity, harboring a plethora of flora and fauna, including its iconic symbol of strength and majesty, the tiger. The tiger, often revered as the…

Conservation reserves and community reserves refer to designated protected areas in India aimed at serving as buffer zones, connectors, and migration corridors linking established national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and reserved and protected forests.