{"id":17007,"date":"2023-11-22T11:43:27","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T11:43:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=17007"},"modified":"2023-11-23T09:58:55","modified_gmt":"2023-11-23T09:58:55","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 22nd November 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=CSAT+Test+Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC CSAT Test Series<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services examination. Our focus today includes a critical analysis of recent policy changes, international affairs, and national developments, all of which play a pivotal role in shaping the socio-political and economic landscape of India. Stay informed and stay ahead in your UPSC preparations with our daily current affairs updates, as we provide you with concise, well-researched insights to help you connect the dots between contemporary events and the broader canvas of the civil services syllabus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d2f410457fd\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Climate_Impact_and_Health_Challenges_in_India_A_Call_for_Urgent_Action\" title=\"Climate Impact and Health Challenges in India: A Call for Urgent Action&nbsp;\">Climate Impact and Health Challenges in India: A Call for Urgent Action&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Integrating_Health_into_Urban_Redesign_for_Climate_Resilience_in_India\" title=\"Integrating Health into Urban Redesign for Climate Resilience in India&nbsp;\">Integrating Health into Urban Redesign for Climate Resilience in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Labour_Laws_in_India\" title=\"Labour Laws in India&nbsp;\">Labour Laws in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-2\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Labor_Framework_in_India_Constitutional_and_Legislative_Dimensions\" title=\"Labor Framework in India: Constitutional and Legislative Dimensions&nbsp;\">Labor Framework in India: Constitutional and Legislative Dimensions&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Constitutional_Framework\" title=\"Constitutional Framework&nbsp;\">Constitutional Framework&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Legislative_Framework\" title=\"Legislative Framework&nbsp;\">Legislative Framework&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Advantages_of_Labor_Codes_in_India_Streamlining_Laws_for_Economic_Progress\" title=\"Advantages of Labor Codes in India: Streamlining Laws for Economic Progress&nbsp;\">Advantages of Labor Codes in India: Streamlining Laws for Economic Progress&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Simplification_of_Law\" title=\"Simplification of Law&nbsp;\">Simplification of Law&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Easier_Dispute_Resolution\" title=\"Easier Dispute Resolution&nbsp;\">Easier Dispute Resolution&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Facilitating_Ease_of_Doing_Business\" title=\"Facilitating Ease of Doing Business&nbsp;\">Facilitating Ease of Doing Business&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Promoting_Gender_Parity\" title=\"Promoting Gender Parity&nbsp;\">Promoting Gender Parity&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Grey_Areas_in_Current_Labor_Reforms_A_Closer_Look\" title=\"Grey Areas in Current Labor Reforms: A Closer Look&nbsp;\">Grey Areas in Current Labor Reforms: A Closer Look&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Navigating_the_Future_Recommendations_for_Labor_Reforms_in_India\" title=\"Navigating the Future: Recommendations for Labor Reforms in India&nbsp;\">Navigating the Future: Recommendations for Labor Reforms in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#BRICS\" title=\"BRICS&nbsp;\">BRICS&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-3\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_BRICS\" title=\"About BRICS&nbsp;\">About BRICS&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Key_Initiatives\" title=\"Key Initiatives&nbsp;\">Key Initiatives&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#New_Development_Bank_NDB\" title=\"New Development Bank (NDB)&nbsp;\">New Development Bank (NDB)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Contingent_Reserve_Arrangement\" title=\"Contingent Reserve Arrangement&nbsp;\">Contingent Reserve Arrangement&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#BRICS_Payment_System\" title=\"BRICS Payment System&nbsp;\">BRICS Payment System&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Customs_Agreements\" title=\"Customs Agreements&nbsp;\">Customs Agreements&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Remote_Sensing_Satellite\" title=\"Remote Sensing Satellite&nbsp;\">Remote Sensing Satellite&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Advancing_BRICS_Cooperation_A_Holistic_Approach\" title=\"Advancing BRICS Cooperation: A Holistic Approach&nbsp;\">Advancing BRICS Cooperation: A Holistic Approach&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Cooperation_Within_the_Group\" title=\"Cooperation Within the Group&nbsp;\">Cooperation Within the Group&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Upholding_Universal_Security\" title=\"Upholding Universal Security&nbsp;\">Upholding Universal Security&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Securing_Economic_Interests\" title=\"Securing Economic Interests&nbsp;\">Securing Economic Interests&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#A_Global_Governance_Philosophy\" title=\"A Global Governance Philosophy&nbsp;\">A Global Governance Philosophy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#G-20\" title=\"G-20&nbsp;\">G-20&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-4\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_G20\" title=\"About G20&nbsp;\">About G20&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Indias_Key_Priorities_and_Contributions_in_the_G20\" title=\"India&#8217;s Key Priorities and Contributions in the G20&nbsp;\">India&#8217;s Key Priorities and Contributions in the G20&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Key_Thrust_Areas_for_India_in_G20\" title=\"Key Thrust Areas for India in G20&nbsp;\">Key Thrust Areas for India in G20&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Terrorism\" title=\"Terrorism&nbsp;\">Terrorism&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Economic_Offenders\" title=\"Economic Offenders&nbsp;\">Economic Offenders&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Taxation\" title=\"Taxation&nbsp;\">Taxation&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#New_Digital_Technologies\" title=\"New Digital Technologies&nbsp;\">New Digital Technologies&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Shaping_an_Inclusive_and_Responsible_Digital_Agenda_Indias_G20_Presidency_202\" title=\"Shaping an Inclusive and Responsible Digital Agenda: India&#8217;s G20 Presidency 202&nbsp;\">Shaping an Inclusive and Responsible Digital Agenda: India&#8217;s G20 Presidency 202&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Furlough\" title=\"Furlough&nbsp;\">Furlough&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-5\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_Furlough\" title=\"About Furlough&nbsp;\">About Furlough&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#What_is_Parole\" title=\"What is Parole?&nbsp;\">What is Parole?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Kambala\" title=\"Kambala&nbsp;\">Kambala&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-6\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_Kambala\" title=\"About Kambala&nbsp;\">About Kambala&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#The_Organisation_for_Economic_Co-operation_and_Development_OECD\" title=\"The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)&nbsp;\">The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-7\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#What_is_OECD\" title=\"What is OECD?&nbsp;\">What is OECD?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Central_Adoption_Resource_Authority_CARA\" title=\"Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)&nbsp;\">Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-8\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_CARA\" title=\"About CARA&nbsp;\">About CARA&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#The_Hague_Convention_on_the_Civil_Aspects_of_International_Child_Abduction\" title=\"The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction&nbsp;\">The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#OPEC\" title=\"OPEC+&nbsp;\">OPEC+&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-9\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#What_is_OPEC\" title=\"What is OPEC+?&nbsp;\">What is OPEC+?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_OPEC\" title=\"About OPEC&nbsp;\">About OPEC&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Inflation\" title=\"Inflation&nbsp;\">Inflation&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_News-10\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#About_Inflation\" title=\"About Inflation&nbsp;\">About Inflation&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?\">Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-november-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Climate_Change_Impact_on_Health\"><\/span><strong>Climate Change Impact on Health<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Polity&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As climate change persists without abatement, it has the potential to exacerbate India&#8217;s dual challenge of dealing with both communicable and non-communicable diseases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Climate_Impact_and_Health_Challenges_in_India_A_Call_for_Urgent_Action\"><\/span><strong>Climate Impact and Health Challenges in India: A Call for Urgent Action<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"976\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-341-1024x976.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17016 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/976;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India faces alarming consequences of climate change, with a <strong>55% rise in heat-related deaths from 2000-2004 to 2017-2021<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The government&#8217;s subsidy practices, especially the net negative carbon price in 2019, reflect significant support for fossil fuels, contributing to health threats.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Overreliance on biomass and fossil fuels, comprising 61% of household<\/strong> energy, results in hazardous air quality, exceeding WHO recommendations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Urban areas, with <strong>45% classified as moderately green<\/strong>, encounter economic losses, including 16,720 crore potential labor hours lost in 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Health impacts include a rise in <strong>dengue transmission<\/strong> and increased heatwave days, affecting vulnerable groups.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Agricultural productivity decline and households facing energy poverty<\/strong> add to the urgent need for comprehensive climate and health strategies.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integrating_Health_into_Urban_Redesign_for_Climate_Resilience_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Integrating Health into Urban Redesign for Climate Resilience in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Addressing the intricate relationship between global warming, climate change, and human health is imperative for India.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Urban redesign prioritizing health can offer solutions such as increased green spaces to combat urban heat, enhance air quality, and promote physical and mental well-being.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Reducing reliance on fossil fuels is crucial for preventing health issues related to particulate matter.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Implementing and adapting heat action plans, like the successful one in Ahmedabad, nationwide is essential.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Minimizing the use of dirty fuels emerges as a critical step to mitigate health impacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>India needs a comprehensive approach to climate resilience that integrates health considerations into urban planning and energy choices.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/recognising-the-impact-of-climate-change-on-health\/article67557977.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Labour_Laws_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Labour Laws in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: GS- 2 Centre-State Relations, Government Policies &amp; Interventions, Welfare Schemes, Transparency &amp; Accountability GS- 3 Planning, Employment, Inclusive Growth<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-2\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Punjab and Haryana High Court made a decision to nullifying the Haryana State Employment of Local Candidates Act, 2020, mandating 75% reservation for state residents in private sector jobs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/8fe94e4d-bc27-45b6-8a84-b53aa7f05d01\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Labor_Framework_in_India_Constitutional_and_Legislative_Dimensions\"><\/span><strong>Labor Framework in India: Constitutional and Legislative Dimensions<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In India, the labor framework is shaped by a constitutional foundation and evolving legislative measures.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Constitution places labor in the Concurrent List,<\/strong> empowering both Central and State governments to enact legislation, with certain matters reserved for the Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constitutional_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Constitutional Framework<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Article 14<\/strong>-Ensures equality before the law or equal protection of laws.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Article 16<\/strong>-Addresses the right to equal opportunity in public employment.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Article 39(c<\/strong>)-Advocates against the concentration of wealth and means of production to the detriment of society.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legislative_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Legislative Framework<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Numerous legislative and administrative initiatives have been undertaken to enhance working conditions and simplify labor laws.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The latest development includes four consolidated labor codes introduced by the government, yet to be fully implemented:&nbsp;<ul><li>Code of Wages, 2019&nbsp;<\/li><li>Industrial Relations Code, 2020&nbsp;<\/li><li>Social Security Code, 2020&nbsp;<\/li><li>Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Labor_Codes_in_India_Streamlining_Laws_for_Economic_Progress\"><\/span><strong>Advantages of Labor Codes in India: Streamlining Laws for Economic Progress<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simplification_of_Law\"><\/span><strong>Simplification of Law<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Labor Codes streamline the intricate web of labor laws by consolidating 29 central laws that have been pending for nearly two decades.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This consolidation is expected to provide a significant boost to industries, stimulate employment, and reduce confusion for businesses.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Easier_Dispute_Resolution\"><\/span><strong>Easier Dispute Resolution<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The revamped adjudication processes simplify archaic labor laws, promoting quicker and more efficient dispute resolution mechanisms.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This contributes to a more favorable business environment by minimizing legal complexities.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facilitating_Ease_of_Doing_Business\"><\/span><strong>Facilitating Ease of Doing Business<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Economists and industry experts anticipate that these reforms will enhance investment opportunities and create a more business-friendly atmosphere.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The reforms aim to mitigate internal contradictions, increase flexibility, and modernize regulations related to safety and working conditions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promoting_Gender_Parity\"><\/span><strong>Promoting Gender Parity<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Labor Codes ensure gender parity by allowing women to work at night across all sectors. However, stringent security arrangements must be in place, and women&#8217;s consent is a prerequisite for night work.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grey_Areas_in_Current_Labor_Reforms_A_Closer_Look\"><\/span><strong>Grey Areas in Current Labor Reforms: A Closer Look<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>While the recent labor reforms in India aim to bring positive changes, certain grey areas and ambiguities have emerged, necessitating further clarification and adjustments.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Key concerns include the role of an &#8220;Inspector-cum-Facilitator,&#8221; lack of clarity in defining workers and employees, exclusion of small startups and the informal sector from social security coverage, non-inclusion of charitable or non-profit-based establishments, and the oversight of &#8220;invisible labor.&#8221;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>These issues highlight the need for comprehensive review and fine-tuning to ensure inclusivity and equitable treatment across various sectors and worker categories.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Navigating_the_Future_Recommendations_for_Labor_Reforms_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Navigating the Future: Recommendations for Labor Reforms in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>As India undergoes significant labor reforms, the way forward involves strategic initiatives to optimize and empower the labor force.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Priorities include establishing accrediting agencies for vocational training institutes, interlinking vocational training with academic education, enacting state-level legislation for the welfare of unorganized workers, and enhancing employment information services through e-governance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Additionally, a forward-looking approach is essential to address challenges posed by automation, robotics, AI-powered workforces, and bioengineering, ensuring that the rights and well-being of workers are safeguarded in the evolving landscape.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Prelims (2017)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. Consider the following statements:<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The Factories Act, 1881 was passed with a view to fix the wages of industrial workers and to allow the workers to form trade unions.&nbsp;<br>N.M. Lokhande was a pioneer in organizing the labour movement in British India.&nbsp;<br><strong>Which of the above statements is\/are correct?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f2 only\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fBoth 1 and 2&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fNeither 1 nor 2&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br>Mains(2015)&nbsp;<br>Q. \u201cSuccess of \u2018Make in India\u2019 programme depends on the success of \u2018Skill India\u2019 programme and radical labour reforms.\u201d Discuss with logical arguments.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/editorial\/parochial-law-the-hindu-editorial-on-the-haryana-law-guaranteeing-75-reservation-to-locals-in-private-sector\/article67559323.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BRICS\"><\/span><strong>BRICS<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>GS-2 IR&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-3\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for an immediate ceasefire and the suspension of hostilities by all parties engaged in the Israel-Palestinian conflict.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_BRICS\"><\/span><strong>About BRICS<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/9d4e6f02-6a48-4d44-9b4c-46e82cf79104\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>BRICS is an acronym representing the alliance of the world&#8217;s major emerging economies<strong>: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Coined by<\/strong> <strong>British Economist Jim O&#8217;Neill in 2001<\/strong>, BRICS was formalized during the inaugural meeting of BRIC Foreign Ministers in 2006. South Africa joined in 2010, leading to the adoption of the acronym BRICS.&nbsp;<\/li><li>BRICS comprises five significant developing nations, representing 41% of the global population, 24% of the global GDP, and 16% of global trade.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The forum&#8217;s chairmanship rotates annually among members following the B-R-I-C-S acronym. India held the chair in 2021.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Key Initiatives<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Development_Bank_NDB\"><\/span><strong>New Development Bank (NDB<\/strong>)&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Established during the Sixth BRICS Summit in 2014 in Fortaleza, Brazil.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Aims to foster development projects in BRICS nations.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contingent_Reserve_Arrangement\"><\/span><strong>Contingent Reserve Arrangement<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Signed in 2014 to address short-term balance of payments pressures and enhance financial stability among BRICS nations.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BRICS_Payment_System\"><\/span><strong>BRICS Payment System<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In response to Russia&#8217;s exclusion from SWIFT post-Ukraine war, BRICS nations are working on an alternative payment system.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customs_Agreements\"><\/span><strong>Customs Agreements<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Signed to streamline and facilitate trade transport coordination among BRICS countries.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remote_Sensing_Satellite\"><\/span><strong>Remote Sensing Satellite<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Launched a constellation of remote sensing satellites involving India, China, Russia, and Brazil-China collaboration.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advancing_BRICS_Cooperation_A_Holistic_Approach\"><\/span><strong>Advancing BRICS Cooperation: A Holistic Approach<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cooperation_Within_the_Group\"><\/span><strong>Cooperation Within the Group<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>For BRICS to sustain its relevance, it must shift away from China-centric centrality, fostering internal balance and diversification.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Realistic assessments of opportunities and limitations by each member are crucial.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Exploring &#8216;BRICS plus&#8217; cooperation on multiple levels will amplify representation, influence, and global contributions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upholding_Universal_Security\"><\/span><strong>Upholding Universal Security<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>BRICS nations should be advocates of universal security, avoiding actions that jeopardize others.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Prioritizing dialogue over confrontation, they should contribute to building a balanced, effective, and sustainable regional security architecture.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Strengthening mutual trust, security cooperation, and addressing core interests are paramount.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Securing_Economic_Interests\"><\/span><strong>Securing Economic Interests<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>As contributors to common development, BRICS countries must navigate de-globalization and unilateral sanctions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Emphasizing cooperation in supply chains, energy, food, and financial resilience is vital.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Establishing an institutional research wing akin to the OECD can provide tailored solutions for the developing world.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Global_Governance_Philosophy\"><\/span><strong>A Global Governance Philosophy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>BRICS should adopt a global governance philosophy emphasizing extensive consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Strengthening unity with emerging markets and developing countries, BRICS must play an active role in safeguarding the international system, promoting inclusive international rules, and ensuring shared development outcomes.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Prelims (2016)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. Consider the following statements:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>New Development Bank has been set up by APEC.&nbsp;<br>The headquarters of the New Development Bank is in Shanghai.&nbsp;<br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f2 only\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fBoth 1 and 2\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fNeither 1 nor 2&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Prelims (2015)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. The \u2018Fortaleza Declaration\u2019, recently in the news, is related to the affairs of&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202fASEAN\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202fBRICS\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fOECD&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fWTO&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Prelims (2014)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009.&nbsp;<br>South Africa was the last to join the BRICS grouping.&nbsp;<br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f2 only\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fBoth 1 and 2&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fNeither 1 nor 2&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/international\/at-brics-meeting-chinese-president-xi-jinping-calls-for-immediate-ceasefire-in-gaza\/article67559176.ece#:~:text=At%20BRICS%20meeting%2C%20Chinese%20President,ceasefire%20in%20Gaza%20%2D%20The%20Hindu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"G-20\"><\/span><strong>G-20<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 IR Bilateral Groupings &amp; Agreements, Groupings &amp; Agreements Involving India and\/or Affecting India&#8217;s Interests&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-4\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, China announced that its premier would participate in the virtual G-20 Leaders&#8217; Summit at the invitation of India.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_G20\"><\/span><strong>About G20<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/636c7cdf-01b8-4ac9-a58f-3271edb084b7\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The G20, consisting of <strong>19 countries and the European Union<\/strong>, serves as a key intergovernmental forum.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Representing about <strong>90% of the global economy, 75\u201380% of international trade, and two-thirds of the world&#8217;s population<\/strong>, it was established in <strong>1999 <\/strong>in response to economic crises.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The G20, convening annually since 2008, operates without a permanent secretariat. Member nations take turns chairing meetings, with India and Brazil hosting the 2023 and 2024 summits.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>In addition to core economic topics, the G20 addresses inclusive growth, focusing on issues such as migration, digitization, healthcare, and the empowerment of women, aligning with global priorities like the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement adopted in 2015.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Key_Priorities_and_Contributions_in_the_G20\"><\/span><strong>India&#8217;s Key Priorities and Contributions in the G20<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India actively engages in the G20 process, recognizing its significant role as a major developing economy with a vested interest in global economic and financial stability. The country&#8217;s agenda in G20 Summits revolves around fostering inclusivity in the financial system, preventing protectionist tendencies, and safeguarding the growth prospects of developing nations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Thrust_Areas_for_India_in_G20\"><\/span><strong>Key Thrust Areas for India in G20<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Terrorism\"><\/span><strong>Terrorism<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Advocating international cooperation to address terrorism, acknowledging its global nature.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Emphasizing the importance of coordinated action against the financial networks supporting terrorism.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Offenders\"><\/span><strong>Economic Offenders<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Highlighting the challenge of dealing with economic offenders.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Seeking cooperation from G20 countries to address this issue, a proposal well-received by member nations.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxation\"><\/span><strong>Taxation<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Addressing global taxation challenges through initiatives like the Base Erosion and Profit Sharing (BEPS) framework.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Advocating the need to strengthen frameworks to tackle challenges from global supply chains and expanding e-commerce.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Digital_Technologies\"><\/span><strong>New Digital Technologies<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Acknowledging the rapid spread of digital technologies globally.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Collaborating with G20 nations to address issues such as privacy, data security, and digital governance associated with these technologies.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shaping_an_Inclusive_and_Responsible_Digital_Agenda_Indias_G20_Presidency_202\"><\/span><strong>Shaping an Inclusive and Responsible Digital Agenda: India&#8217;s G20 Presidency 202<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2023, India&#8217;s G20 presidency presents the challenge of establishing <strong>a globally accepted framework for digital technology amidst increasing protectionism<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Key issues include the distrust in safeguarding citizens&#8217; data by foreign entities and substantial digital disparities among nations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Drawing from G20 experiences, India proposes a working group to address cross-border health data flows and telemedicine requirements.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The initiation of a &#8216;digital twins&#8217; initiative aims to link cities across member nations, fostering digital infrastructure projects for enhanced connectivity.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Although India did not sign the <strong>Osaka Declaration in 2019<\/strong>, focusing on &#8220;Data Free Flow with Trust,&#8221; its proactive stance on open government data persists.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>During its G20 leadership, India suggests broadening open government data principles beyond anti-corruption measures<\/strong>, advocating for a standardized, interoperable cloud framework.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This framework facilitates seamless data sharing among government levels, supporting evidence-based policy decisions. Success hinges on India&#8217;s ability to exhibit itself as an inclusive, responsible, and adept digital leader on the global stage.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/international\/chinese-premier-li-qiang-to-attend-g-20-virtual-meet\/article67559263.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Furlough\"><\/span><strong>Furlough<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-5\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who is currently serving a 20-year jail term for the rape of two women disciples, walked out of Rohak\u2019s Sunaria Jail.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Furlough\"><\/span><strong>About Furlough<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Similar to parole but with notable distinctions, furlough is granted specifically in cases of extended imprisonment<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The duration of furlough for a prisoner is considered a remission of their sentence.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>In contrast to parole, furlough is regarded as a entitlement for prisoners, provided at regular intervals regardless of any specific justification.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its primary purpose is to allow prisoners to maintain family and social connections and counteract the adverse effects of prolonged incarceration.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Parole\"><\/span><strong>What is Parole?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Parole is a <strong>mechanism involving the temporary release of a prisoner with the suspension of their sentence<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This release is contingent upon specific conditions, often related to behavior, and mandates regular reporting to authorities for a predetermined duration.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Unlike furlough, parole is not an inherent right for prisoners; rather, it is granted for particular reasons, such as a family death or the wedding of a close relative.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The approval or denial of parole is at the discretion of the competent authority, and even if a prisoner presents a compelling case, release may be withheld if it is deemed contrary to the interests of society.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indiatoday.in\/india\/story\/dera-chief-ram-rahim-heads-to-uttar-pradesh-ashram-on-furlough-from-rohtak-jail-2465669-2023-11-21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IT<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kambala\"><\/span><strong>Kambala<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-1 Art and Culture&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-6\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following backlash over inviting a BJP MP, organizers of the inaugural Kambala buffalo race event in Bengaluru acknowledged the oversight and announced that the individual would not be attending the event&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/eca36e51-4997-4315-8986-dcdf7db927d3\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Kambala\"><\/span><strong>About Kambala<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Kambala is a traditional buffalo race conducted in slush-filled paddy fields, primarily occurring in coastal Karnataka (Udupi and Dakshina Kannada) between November and March.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Historically, local <strong>Tuluva landlords<\/strong> and households in coastal districts sponsored this event.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Tuluva people, an ethnic group in Southern India, are native speakers of the Tulu language.&nbsp;<\/li><li>During the race, participants endeavor to control the buffaloes by tightly holding their reins and using whips.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>In its traditional manifestation, Kambala was non-competitive, with buffalo pairs racing sequentially in paddy fields.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Additionally, it served as a form of thanksgiving to deities for safeguarding the animals from diseases.&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, the sport faces criticism from animal activists who argue that Kambala involves cruelty towards animals that are not physiologically suited for racing.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>They contend that the buffaloes run in the race out of fear of being whipped.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Activists assert that such practices violate <strong>the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act of 1960<\/strong>, which prohibits activities causing unnecessary pain to animals, amounting to cruelty.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/karnataka\/following-backlash-organisers-say-brij-bhushan-will-not-attend-kambala\/article67557930.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Organisation_for_Economic_Co-operation_and_Development_OECD\"><\/span><strong>The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development<\/strong> (<strong>OECD)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 IR International Institutions&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-7\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The OECD report indicates that economically developed countries failed to mobilize $100 billion annually for addressing the climate mitigation needs of developing nations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_OECD\"><\/span><strong>What is<\/strong> <strong>OECD?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/d942733a-0923-46a2-893b-9fa38b5c6283\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international body comprising <strong>38<\/strong> nations dedicated to <strong>promoting democracy and market economies.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Typically, OECD <strong>members are democratic countries<\/strong> that endorse free-market economic principles.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Established on <strong>December 14, 1960, by 18 European nations<\/strong>, the United States, and Canada, the <strong>OECD&#8217;s headquarters are located in Paris, France<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The primary objective of the OECD is to shape policies that advance prosperity, equality, opportunity, and well-being globally.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It achieves this goal through the publication of economic reports, statistical databases, analyses, and forecasts pertaining to worldwide economic growth.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Additionally, the organization is actively involved in global efforts to <strong>combat bribery and financial crime.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The OECD administers a <strong>&#8220;black list<\/strong>&#8221; comprising nations identified as uncooperative tax havens.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Alongside its member countries, the OECD maintains collaborative relationships with non-member economies, including India, to further its objectives and initiatives.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/oecd-report-climate-finance-cop-28-explained\/article67555060.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Adoption_Resource_Authority_CARA\"><\/span><strong>Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Statutory and Non-Statutory Bodies&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-8\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The court mandates that States and Union Territories initiate a bi-monthly drive to identify children in the orphaned, abandoned, surrendered category in institutions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_CARA\"><\/span><strong>About CARA<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Established as a <strong>statutory body<\/strong> under <strong>the Ministry of Women and Child Development<\/strong>, the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) serves as the pivotal entity for overseeing the adoption process of Indian children.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its core responsibilities encompass the <strong>regulation and monitoring of both domestic and international adoptions<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>CARA holds the significant designation of being the <strong>Central Authority for managing inter-country adoptions<\/strong>, aligning with the guidelines outlined in the <strong>Hague Conventions<\/strong> on Inter-Country Adoptions, ratified by the Government of India in 2003.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In its capacity, CARA focuses on facilitating the adoption of orphaned, abandoned, and surrendered children, collaborating with affiliated and recognized adoption agencies.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>As a central agency, CARA plays a crucial role in ensuring the welfare and ethical considerations in the adoption procedures, safeguarding the rights and interests of the children involved.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hague_Convention_on_the_Civil_Aspects_of_International_Child_Abduction\"><\/span><strong>The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is a multilateral treaty established on <strong>December 1, 1983<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This international agreement is designed to facilitate the swift return of a child who has been taken away from their &#8220;habitual residence&#8221; country.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The provisions of the Convention specifically pertain to children <strong>under the age of 16<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/bring-children-with-unfit-parents-languishing-in-care-homes-into-the-adoption-pool-sc-urges\/article67559218.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPEC\"><\/span><strong>OPEC+<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Important International Institutions&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-9\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oil prices didn&#8217;t change much in Asia because the expected increase in U.S. crude oil supply offset the positive impact of potential cuts in oil production by the OPEC+ group.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/99139dd8-1672-4053-a30e-20a0cba76eb6\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_OPEC\"><\/span><strong>What is OPEC+?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Countries outside of OPEC that export crude oil are referred to as OPEC plus nations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>These include <strong>Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Brunei, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mexico, Oman, Russia, South Sudan, and Sudan<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_OPEC\"><\/span><strong>About OPEC<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Established during the <strong>Baghdad Conference<\/strong> in <strong>1960<\/strong> by <strong>Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela<\/strong>, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is a <strong>permanent intergovernmental organization<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its primary objective is to effectively manage global oil supply, stabilizing oil prices to prevent economic disruptions in both producer and consumer nations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>OPEC&#8217;s <strong>headquarters are situated in Vienna, Austria<\/strong>, and membership is open to countries with significant oil exports that align with the organization&#8217;s principles.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>While <strong>Gabon ended its membership in January 1995, it re-entered the organization in July 2016<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>As of 2023, OPEC consists of <strong>13 <\/strong>Member Countries, including <strong>Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Libya, Nigeria, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, the Republic of Congo, Angola, and Venezuela<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/markets\/commodities\/news\/oil-prices-little-changed-ahead-of-u-s-stocks-data-potential-opec-cuts\/articleshow\/105399487.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>ET<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inflation\"><\/span><strong>Inflation<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Economy&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-10\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Finance Ministry noted that while inflationary pressures have eased, the ongoing concerns are price increase, potential impacts on the rupee&#8217;s value and the balance of payments situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Inflation\"><\/span><strong>About Inflation<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inflation, the <strong>rise in prices of goods and services<\/strong>, can be categorized into <strong>Demand Pull Inflation<\/strong>, driven by increased aggregate demand surpassing supply, and <strong>Cost Push Inflation<\/strong>, caused by factors such as reduced aggregate supply and artificial scarcity.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>In India, inflation is measured by <strong>Wholesale Price Index <\/strong>(WPI) and <strong>Consumer Price Index<\/strong> (CPI).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>While a certain level of inflation is essential for economic vitality, excessive inflation impacts the cost of living and economic growth negatively.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The central government, particularly the <strong>Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation <\/strong>in India, monitors and measures inflation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Reserve Bank of India<\/strong> (RBI) plays a crucial role in controlling inflation through its <strong>Monetary Policy Committee<\/strong>, utilizing tools like <strong>bank rate, repo rate, and open market operations<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The government<\/strong> also employs <strong>fiscal policy<\/strong>, adjusting government revenue and expenditure, to curb inflation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Additionally, price control measures are implemented, although they offer short-term relief rather than a long-term solution.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Prelims (2016)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. With reference to Indian economy, demand-pull inflation can be caused\/increased by which of the following?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Expansionary policies&nbsp;<br>Fiscal stimulus&nbsp;<br>Inflation-indexing of wages&nbsp;<br>Higher purchasing power&nbsp;<br>Rising interest rates&nbsp;<br><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1, 2 and 4 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f3, 4 and 5 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202f1, 2, 3 and 5 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202f1, 2, 3, 4 and 5&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Prelims (2020)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. Consider the following statements:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The weightage of food in Consumer Price Index (CPI) is higher than that in Wholesale Price Index (WPI).&nbsp;<br>The WPI does not capture changes in the prices of services, which CPI does.&nbsp;<br>Reserve Bank of India has now adopted WPI as its key measure of inflation and to decide on changing the key policy rates.&nbsp;<br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 and 2 only\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f2 only\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202f3 only\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202f1, 2 and 3&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/business\/inflation-still-remains-a-key-risk-to-growth-finmin\/article67559167.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Daily current affairs refer to the most recent and relevant events, developments, and news stories that are happening around the world on a day-to-day basis. These can encompass a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, science, technology, sports, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Staying updated with daily current affairs is crucial because it helps individuals make informed decisions in their personal and professional lives. It enables people to understand the world around them, stay aware of significant events, and engage in informed discussions about important issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\"><\/span>Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: There are various sources for daily current affairs, including newspapers, news websites, television news broadcasts, radio programs, and dedicated apps or newsletters. Social media platforms are also widely used to share and access current affairs information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\"><\/span>Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: To incorporate daily current affairs into your routine, consider setting aside specific times each day to read or watch news updates. You can also subscribe to newsletters or follow news apps to receive curated content. Engaging in discussions with peers or participating in online forums can further enhance your understanding of current events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: When analyzing daily current affairs, it&#8217;s essential to cross-reference information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy. Additionally, consider the source&#8217;s credibility and bias, if any. 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