{"id":19529,"date":"2023-12-19T14:43:11","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T14:43:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=19529"},"modified":"2023-12-20T04:37:26","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T04:37:26","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 19th December 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/current-affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1.png\" alt=\"UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz - Edukemy\" class=\"wp-image-14085\" width=\"780\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/a><\/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.<\/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-69d2f488a0f63\" 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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2023 Report&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-19th-december-2023\/#Logistics_Landscape_in_India_Transformative_Measures_and_Future_Outlook\" title=\"Logistics Landscape in India: Transformative Measures and Future Outlook&nbsp;\">Logistics Landscape in India: Transformative Measures and Future Outlook&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Understanding_Logistics_in_India\" title=\"Understanding Logistics in India&nbsp;\">Understanding Logistics in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Call_for_a_Comprehensive_Logistics_Policy\" title=\"Call for a Comprehensive Logistics Policy&nbsp;\">Call for a Comprehensive Logistics Policy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Government_Initiatives_to_Enhance_Logistics\" title=\"Government Initiatives to Enhance Logistics&nbsp;\">Government Initiatives to Enhance Logistics&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#National_Logistics_Policy_NLP\" title=\"National Logistics Policy (NLP)&nbsp;\">National Logistics Policy (NLP)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#PM_GATI_Shakti_Master_Plan_2021\" title=\"PM GATI Shakti Master Plan (2021)&nbsp;\">PM GATI Shakti Master Plan (2021)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Multi-Modal_Logistics_Parks_under_Bharat_Mala_Pariyojana\" title=\"Multi-Modal Logistics Parks under Bharat Mala Pariyojana&nbsp;\">Multi-Modal Logistics Parks under Bharat Mala Pariyojana&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Air_Cargo_Terminals_and_Cold-Storage_Facilities\" title=\"Air Cargo Terminals and Cold-Storage Facilities&nbsp;\">Air Cargo Terminals and Cold-Storage Facilities&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Logistics_Ease_Across_Different_States_LEADS\" title=\"Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS)&nbsp;\">Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Significance_of_the_LEADS_Initiative\" title=\"Significance of the LEADS Initiative&nbsp;\">Significance of the LEADS Initiative&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Future_Prospects_and_the_China-Plus-One_Strategy\" title=\"Future Prospects and the China-Plus-One Strategy&nbsp;\">Future Prospects and the China-Plus-One Strategy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#India-Oman_Bilateral_Meet\" title=\"India-Oman Bilateral Meet&nbsp;\">India-Oman Bilateral Meet&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Key_Highlights_of_Bilateral_Meeting_Nurturing_India-Oman_Collaboration\" title=\"Key Highlights of Bilateral Meeting: Nurturing India-Oman Collaboration&nbsp;\">Key Highlights of Bilateral Meeting: Nurturing India-Oman Collaboration&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Bilateral_Agreements\" title=\"Bilateral Agreements&nbsp;\">Bilateral Agreements&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Comprehensive_Economic_Partnership_Agreement_CEPA\" title=\"Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)&nbsp;\">Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Oman-India_Investment_Fund\" title=\"Oman-India Investment Fund&nbsp;\">Oman-India Investment Fund&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Digital_Payments_and_Trade\" title=\"Digital Payments and Trade&nbsp;\">Digital Payments and Trade&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Regional_and_International_Issues\" title=\"Regional and International Issues&nbsp;\">Regional and International Issues&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#India-Oman_Relations_A_Historical_Perspective\" title=\"India-Oman Relations: A Historical Perspective&nbsp;\">India-Oman Relations: A Historical Perspective&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Background\" title=\"Background&nbsp;\">Background&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Defence_Relations\" title=\"Defence Relations&nbsp;\">Defence Relations&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Economic_Commercial_Relations\" title=\"Economic &amp; Commercial Relations&nbsp;\">Economic &amp; Commercial Relations&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Indian_Community_in_Oman\" title=\"Indian Community in Oman&nbsp;\">Indian Community in Oman&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Omans_Strategic_Significance_for_India\" title=\"Oman\u2019s Strategic Significance for India&nbsp;\">Oman\u2019s Strategic Significance for India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Gateway_to_Strait_of_Hormuz\" title=\"Gateway to Strait of Hormuz&nbsp;\">Gateway to Strait of Hormuz&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-19th-december-2023\/#Defence_Cooperation\" title=\"Defence Cooperation&nbsp;\">Defence Cooperation&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-19th-december-2023\/#Access_to_Port_of_Duqm\" title=\"Access to Port of Duqm&nbsp;\">Access to Port of Duqm&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward&nbsp;\">Way Forward&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Surat_Diamond_Bourse\" title=\"Surat Diamond Bourse&nbsp;\">Surat Diamond Bourse&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Status_of_the_Diamond_Industry_in_India_Navigating_Gemstone_Brilliance\" title=\"Status of the Diamond Industry in India: Navigating Gemstone Brilliance&nbsp;\">Status of the Diamond Industry in India: Navigating Gemstone Brilliance&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Definition_and_Origin\" title=\"Definition and Origin&nbsp;\">Definition and Origin&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Major_Producing_Countries\" title=\"Major Producing Countries&nbsp;\">Major Producing Countries&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Diamond_Industry_in_India_Sparkling_Global_Dominance\" title=\"Diamond Industry in India: Sparkling Global Dominance&nbsp;\">Diamond Industry in India: Sparkling Global Dominance&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Lab-Grown_Diamonds_A_Sustainable_Sparkle\" title=\"Lab-Grown Diamonds: A Sustainable Sparkle&nbsp;\">Lab-Grown Diamonds: A Sustainable Sparkle&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#About_Lab-Grown_Diamonds\" title=\"About Lab-Grown Diamonds&nbsp;\">About Lab-Grown Diamonds&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Production_Methods\" title=\"Production Methods&nbsp;\">Production Methods&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Market_Share_in_India\" title=\"Market Share in India&nbsp;\">Market Share in India&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-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Yak_Domestication_A_2500-Year_Journey\" title=\"Yak Domestication: A 2,500-Year Journey&nbsp;\">Yak Domestication: A 2,500-Year Journey&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Major_Study_Findings_Unveiling_Ancient_Yak_Domestication_Practices\" title=\"Major Study Findings: Unveiling Ancient Yak Domestication Practices&nbsp;\">Major Study Findings: Unveiling Ancient Yak Domestication Practices&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Coexistence_of_Domesticated_Yaks_and_Taurine_Cattle\" title=\"Coexistence of Domesticated Yaks and Taurine Cattle&nbsp;\">Coexistence of Domesticated Yaks and Taurine Cattle&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Unexpected_Presence_of_Taurine_Cattle\" title=\"Unexpected Presence of Taurine Cattle&nbsp;\">Unexpected Presence of Taurine Cattle&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Hybridization_and_Advanced_Breeding_Practices\" title=\"Hybridization and Advanced Breeding Practices&nbsp;\">Hybridization and Advanced Breeding Practices&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Wild_Yaks_Navigating_the_High-Elevation_Plateau\" title=\"Wild Yaks: Navigating the High-Elevation Plateau&nbsp;\">Wild Yaks: Navigating the High-Elevation Plateau&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Overview\" title=\"Overview&nbsp;\">Overview&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Distribution_and_Conservation_Challenges\" title=\"Distribution and Conservation Challenges&nbsp;\">Distribution and Conservation Challenges&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Human-Induced_Challenges\" title=\"Human-Induced Challenges&nbsp;\">Human-Induced Challenges&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Conservation_Status\" title=\"Conservation Status&nbsp;\">Conservation Status&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-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Bonnet_Macaque_Monkey\" title=\"Bonnet Macaque Monkey&nbsp;\">Bonnet Macaque Monkey&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#About_Bonnet_Macaque_Monkey\" title=\"About Bonnet Macaque Monkey&nbsp;\">About Bonnet Macaque Monkey&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Sargasso_Sea\" title=\"Sargasso Sea&nbsp;\">Sargasso Sea&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Sargasso_Sea_Overview\" title=\"Sargasso Sea Overview&nbsp;\">Sargasso Sea Overview&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Ecosystem_and_Boundaries\" title=\"Ecosystem and Boundaries&nbsp;\">Ecosystem and Boundaries&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Gulf_Stream_Key_Facts\" title=\"Gulf Stream Key Facts&nbsp;\">Gulf Stream Key Facts&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Guru_Teg_Bahadur\" title=\"Guru Teg Bahadur&nbsp;\">Guru Teg Bahadur&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-63\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Guru_Teg_Bahadur_An_Overview\" title=\"Guru Teg Bahadur: An Overview&nbsp;\">Guru Teg Bahadur: An Overview&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Early_Life\" title=\"Early Life&nbsp;\">Early Life&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Contributions_and_Achievements\" title=\"Contributions and Achievements&nbsp;\">Contributions and Achievements&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Arrest_and_Martyrdom\" title=\"Arrest and Martyrdom&nbsp;\">Arrest and Martyrdom&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Adi_Granth_The_Sacred_Scripture\" title=\"Adi Granth: The Sacred Scripture&nbsp;\">Adi Granth: The Sacred Scripture&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-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Hydrogen_cyanide\" title=\"Hydrogen cyanide&nbsp;\">Hydrogen cyanide&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-70\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Hydrogen_Cyanide_Overview\" title=\"Hydrogen Cyanide Overview&nbsp;\">Hydrogen Cyanide Overview&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Characteristics_and_Applications\" title=\"Characteristics and Applications&nbsp;\">Characteristics and Applications&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Insights_from_Cassini_Spacecraft\" title=\"Insights from Cassini Spacecraft&nbsp;\">Insights from Cassini Spacecraft&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Camelids\" title=\"Camelids&nbsp;\">Camelids&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-75\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Camelids_Overview\" title=\"Camelids Overview&nbsp;\">Camelids Overview&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Classification\" title=\"Classification&nbsp;\">Classification&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Distinctive_Features\" title=\"Distinctive Features&nbsp;\">Distinctive Features&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Noma_disease\" title=\"Noma disease&nbsp;\">Noma disease&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-80\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#About_Noma_disease\" title=\"About Noma disease&nbsp;\">About Noma disease&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-81\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-82\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are daily current affairs?\">Q: What are daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?\">Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\" title=\"Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?\">Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-85\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\" title=\"Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?\">Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-86\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-2023\/#Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What 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-87\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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-88\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-19th-december-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=\"Logistics_Ease_Across_Different_States_LEADS_2023_Report\"><\/span><strong>Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2023 Report<\/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 and Infrastructure&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>11 States and 2 UTs Achieve Recognition in LEADS 2023 Report by Ministry of Commerce and Industry&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-50-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19533 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Logistics_Landscape_in_India_Transformative_Measures_and_Future_Outlook\"><\/span><strong>Logistics Landscape in India: Transformative Measures and Future Outlook<\/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=\"Understanding_Logistics_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Logistics in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Logistics involves the efficient planning and execution of goods transportation and storage from origin to consumption, aiming to meet customer requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Indian logistics market is valued at over USD 200 billion and supports over 22 million jobs.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Call_for_a_Comprehensive_Logistics_Policy\"><\/span><strong>Call for a Comprehensive Logistics Policy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recognizing the high logistics costs compared to developed economies, there is a pressing need for a national logistics policy in India.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Reducing these costs is crucial for enhancing competitiveness in both domestic and export markets, fostering efficiency, value addition, and enterprise.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Initiatives_to_Enhance_Logistics\"><\/span><strong>Government Initiatives to Enhance Logistics<\/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=\"National_Logistics_Policy_NLP\"><\/span><strong>National Logistics Policy (NLP)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Launched in September 2022, the NLP aims to facilitate seamless goods flow across India, fostering an integrated logistics ecosystem, reducing time and costs, and ensuring sustainability.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_GATI_Shakti_Master_Plan_2021\"><\/span><strong>PM GATI Shakti Master Plan (2021)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Introduced to integrate 16 ministries, including Railways and Roadways, through a digital platform for coordinated infrastructure connectivity projects.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multi-Modal_Logistics_Parks_under_Bharat_Mala_Pariyojana\"><\/span><strong>Multi-Modal Logistics Parks under Bharat Mala Pariyojana<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Approval for the development of 35 new parks to reduce logistics costs and enhance connectivity.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_Cargo_Terminals_and_Cold-Storage_Facilities\"><\/span><strong>Air Cargo Terminals and Cold-Storage Facilities<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Construction of 40 air cargo terminals and provision of cold-storage facilities at 30 airports to promote exports.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Logistics_Ease_Across_Different_States_LEADS\"><\/span><strong>Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Conceived in 2018 by DPIIT, MoC&amp;I, LEADS is modelled after the Logistics Performance Index of the World Bank.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Unlike the LPI, LEADS combines perception and objectivity, offering comprehensive insights into State\/UT logistics performance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The LEADS 2023 report reveals positive shifts in States&#8217; performance, empowering decision-makers with region-specific data.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_LEADS_Initiative\"><\/span><strong>Significance of the LEADS Initiative<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The LEADS report fosters healthy competition among States\/UTs, encouraging logistics performance enhancement.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>With 23 States\/UTs aligning their policies with the NLP and 16 granting industry status to logistics, the initiative enhances overall competitiveness and global positioning.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>India&#8217;s improved Logistics Performance Index rank (38th in 2023) reflects the positive impact of digital reforms.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Future_Prospects_and_the_China-Plus-One_Strategy\"><\/span><strong>Future Prospects and the China-Plus-One Strategy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India&#8217;s logistics sector is pivotal in achieving tenfold growth to $35 trillion by 2047, aligning with the China-Plus-One strategy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This global business approach diversifies investments beyond China, and India&#8217;s logistics advancements position it strategically in the evolving global supply chain landscape.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/13-states-uts-among-achievers-in-logistics-performance-index-dpiit-report\/article67644841.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=\"India-Oman_Bilateral_Meet\"><\/span><strong>India-Oman Bilateral Meet<\/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-2\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India and Oman have recently agreed on the India-Oman Joint Vision Partnership, outlining collaborative pathways for the future.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"287\" height=\"176\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-51.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19534 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 287px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 287\/176;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights_of_Bilateral_Meeting_Nurturing_India-Oman_Collaboration\"><\/span><strong>Key Highlights of Bilateral Meeting: Nurturing India-Oman Collaboration<\/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=\"Bilateral_Agreements\"><\/span><strong>Bilateral Agreements<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Both nations have inked pacts on information technology, financial crime combat, culture, and the establishment of a Hindi chair by the Indian Council of Cultural Relations (ICCR) in Oman.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comprehensive_Economic_Partnership_Agreement_CEPA\"><\/span><strong>Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Discussions are underway to finalize a CEPA, with substantial progress made.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Leaders emphasize concluding this agreement promptly to bolster economic ties.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oman-India_Investment_Fund\"><\/span><strong>Oman-India Investment Fund<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Announcement of the third tranche of the Oman-India investment fund, valued at USD 300 million, to be invested in high-growth sectors of the Indian economy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The fund, a joint venture between SBI and the Oman Investment Authority, signifies deepening economic collaboration.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Payments_and_Trade\"><\/span><strong>Digital Payments and Trade<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Exploration of using India&#8217;s UPI (Unified Payments Interface) in collaboration with an Omani platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The prospect of conducting trade in Rupees is also under consideration, though it remains in the exploratory stage.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_and_International_Issues\"><\/span><strong>Regional and International Issues<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Leaders exchanged views on global matters, including the Hamas-Israel conflict.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>They addressed the challenge of terrorism and advocated for a two-state solution to the Palestine issue.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India-Oman_Relations_A_Historical_Perspective\"><\/span><strong>India-Oman Relations: A Historical Perspective<\/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=\"Background\"><\/span><strong>Background<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Historically linked by geography, trade, and culture, India and Oman enjoy warm relations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Oman is a strategic partner for India in the Gulf, engaging in key regional and international forums.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Defence_Relations\"><\/span><strong>Defence Relations<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Joint Military Cooperation Committee (JMCC) serves as the highest defence engagement.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Despite intermittent meetings, joint military exercises\u2014Al Najah, Eastern Bridge, and Naseem Al Bahr\u2014underscore strong defence ties.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Commercial_Relations\"><\/span><strong>Economic &amp; Commercial Relations<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Institutional mechanisms like Joint Commission Meetings (JCM) and Joint Business Council (JBC) facilitate economic cooperation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>India ranks high in Oman&#8217;s trade partners, particularly in crude oil exports.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Community_in_Oman\"><\/span><strong>Indian Community in Oman<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Approximately 6.2 lakh Indians reside in Oman, with a significant presence for over 150-200 years, contributing to the socio-economic fabric.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Omans_Strategic_Significance_for_India\"><\/span><strong>Oman\u2019s Strategic Significance for India<\/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=\"Gateway_to_Strait_of_Hormuz\"><\/span><strong>Gateway to Strait of Hormuz<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oman, positioned at the Strait of Hormuz, holds strategic importance for India, accounting for a substantial portion of its oil imports.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Defence_Cooperation\"><\/span><strong>Defence Cooperation<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A key pillar of the strategic partnership, defence exchanges and joint exercises foster cooperation and trust.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Oman actively participates in the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Access_to_Port_of_Duqm\"><\/span><strong>Access to Port of Duqm<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India secures access to the Port of Duqm in Oman for military and logistical support, reinforcing its maritime strategy in the Indian Ocean to counter regional influences.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As India seeks long-term energy partnerships, engaging with Oman and leveraging opportunities at the Duqm Port industrial city is crucial. Strengthening strategic ties in the Western and Southern Indian Ocean aligns with India&#8217;s Indo-Pacific vision.&nbsp;<\/p>\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><strong>Prelims (2016)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q. Which of the following is not a member of \u2018Gulf Cooperation Council\u2019?&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202fIran&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202fSaudi Arabia&nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fOman&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fKuwait&nbsp;<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Exp:<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is an alliance of 6 countries in the Arabian Peninsula \u2013 Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Iran is not a member of the GCC.&nbsp;<br>It was established in 1981 to promote economic, security, cultural and social cooperation between the members and holds a summit every year to discuss cooperation and regional affairs.&nbsp;<br>Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.&nbsp;<br><strong>Mains (2018)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q.<\/strong>\u202fA number of outside powers have entrenched themselves in Central Asia, which is a zone of interest to India. Discuss the implications, in this context, of India\u2019s joining the Ashgabat Agreement, 2018.\u202f&nbsp;<br><strong>Mains (2017)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Q.<\/strong>\u202fThe question of India\u2019s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India\u2019s economic progress. Analyse India\u2019s energy policy cooperation with West Asian countries.\u202f&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/cities\/delhi\/pm-modi-holds-productive-talks-with-omans-sultan-haitham-bin-tarik-9070864\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Surat_Diamond_Bourse\"><\/span><strong>Surat Diamond Bourse<\/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 Mineral &amp; Energy Resources, GS \u2013 2 Government Policies &amp; Interventions&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>The inauguration of the Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) in Gujarat by the Indian Prime Minister signifies a major milestone in the diamond and jewellery industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/61069972-8e77-4b57-b614-20cfa038796f\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Status_of_the_Diamond_Industry_in_India_Navigating_Gemstone_Brilliance\"><\/span><strong>Status of the Diamond Industry in India: Navigating Gemstone Brilliance<\/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=\"Definition_and_Origin\"><\/span><strong>Definition and Origin<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A diamond, a naturally occurring mineral composed of pure carbon, derives its name from the Greek word &#8220;Adamas,&#8221; signifying indestructibility.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Forming in igneous rocks and alluvial deposits, diamonds are found in various parts of the world.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Producing_Countries\"><\/span><strong>Major Producing Countries<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Primary diamond-producing nations include Russia, Botswana, Canada, South Africa, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with Russia leading the global production in 2022.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diamond_Industry_in_India_Sparkling_Global_Dominance\"><\/span><strong>Diamond Industry in India: Sparkling Global Dominance<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India, as the world&#8217;s premier cutting and polishing centre for diamonds, boasts over 90% of global polished diamond manufacturing.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The diamond fields in India are categorized into four regions, including Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>As of 2022, India proudly holds the top position among the leading exporters of cut and polished diamonds.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lab-Grown_Diamonds_A_Sustainable_Sparkle\"><\/span><strong>Lab-Grown Diamonds: A Sustainable Sparkle<\/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=\"About_Lab-Grown_Diamonds\"><\/span><strong>About Lab-Grown Diamonds<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lab-grown diamonds (LGDs) are diamonds cultivated in laboratories, often referred to as cultured, synthetic, or man-made diamonds.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>With identical chemical, optical, and physical properties to natural diamonds, LGDs avoid the social and environmental impacts associated with traditional mining.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Production_Methods\"><\/span><strong>Production Methods<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>LGDs are synthesized using two primary methods: chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and high pressure, high temperature (HPHT), both starting with a seed, a slice of another diamond.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Market_Share_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Market Share in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>While India excels as a diamond cutting and polishing hub, the market share of lab-grown diamonds in the overall industry remains at 2-3%.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>To boost this share, the Union Finance Minister, in the 2023-24 Budget, announced the elimination of customs duty on imported seeds used in manufacturing rough LGDs, reflecting a strategic move to enhance competitiveness.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/other-states\/pm-modi-inaugurates-diamond-bourse-and-new-integrated-terminal-building-at-surat-airport\/article67647109.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=\"Yak_Domestication_A_2500-Year_Journey\"><\/span><strong>Yak Domestication: A 2,500-Year Journey<\/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 Environment and Conservation&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>In a recent investigation, the earliest signs of human yak domestication were revealed in Bangga, China.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/6b7d25e7-9be6-47ec-84c5-56f0398332e4\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Study_Findings_Unveiling_Ancient_Yak_Domestication_Practices\"><\/span><strong>Major Study Findings: Unveiling Ancient Yak Domestication Practices<\/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=\"Coexistence_of_Domesticated_Yaks_and_Taurine_Cattle\"><\/span><strong>Coexistence of Domesticated Yaks and Taurine Cattle<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Exploring the intricate world of animal husbandry in Bangga, the study illuminates the cohabitation of domesticated yaks and taurine cattle, showcasing advanced agricultural practices dating back 2,500 years.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unexpected_Presence_of_Taurine_Cattle\"><\/span><strong>Unexpected Presence of Taurine Cattle<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Researchers express astonishment at the proximity of taurine cattle to the Indian subcontinent, traditionally dominated by Zebus.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The study suggests that taurine cattle likely traversed from Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) through the Silk Route to central and eastern Tibet.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hybridization_and_Advanced_Breeding_Practices\"><\/span><strong>Hybridization and Advanced Breeding Practices<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unearthing compelling evidence of intentional crossbreeding between yaks and cattle, the research underscores the sophisticated understanding ancient inhabitants possessed in the realm of animal breeding, revealing a legacy of intentional hybridization.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wild_Yaks_Navigating_the_High-Elevation_Plateau\"><\/span><strong>Wild Yaks: Navigating the High-Elevation Plateau<\/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=\"Overview\"><\/span><strong>Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Thriving in the remote landscapes of the Tibetan plateau, the wild yak (Bos grannies or Bos mutus) makes its home in high-elevation alpine tundra, grasslands, and cold deserts.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distribution_and_Conservation_Challenges\"><\/span><strong>Distribution and Conservation Challenges<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Once found in Bhutan and Nepal, the native wild yak population is now presumed extinct in those regions, limiting their current habitat to China and India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) highlights threats including habitat loss, genetic hybridization, and poaching.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Human-Induced_Challenges\"><\/span><strong>Human-Induced Challenges<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Communities in the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau utilize Dzo (Male hybrid) and Dzomo (Female hybrid), exacerbating genetic hybridization.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Human activities and livestock disturbances prompt wild yaks to relocate, impacting their populations negatively.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conservation_Status\"><\/span><strong>Conservation Status<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Acknowledging the vulnerability of wild yaks, the <strong>IUCN Red List categorizes them as &#8220;Vulnerable<\/strong>,&#8221; while CITES designates them under Appendix I.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act 2022 in India further reinforces protective measures, classifying wild yaks under Schedule I.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/world\/first-yak-domesticated-2-500-years-ago-near-the-brahmaputra-in-tibet-not-far-from-indian-border-study-93396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>DTE<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonnet_Macaque_Monkey\"><\/span><strong>Bonnet Macaque Monkey<\/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 Environment and Ecology&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>The discovery of 27 bonnet macaque monkey carcasses in a Karnataka village highlights the escalating conflict between humans and monkeys.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/968aa906-ba13-41d4-bb63-6897cb9c50f3\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Bonnet_Macaque_Monkey\"><\/span><strong>About Bonnet Macaque Monkey<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Occurrences of monkeys invading human territories in search of food have resulted in distressing incidents, such as the suspected poisoning of macaques in Guthigaru village.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The encroachment of agriculture into the fringes of forests, particularly in coconut plantations and fruit orchards, attracts monkeys when their natural food sources become scarce.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The bonnet macaque (Macaca radiata) is an Old-World monkey species characterized by its Gray-brown colour, large ears, wrinkled faces, and a distinctive mop of hair on their heads parted in the middle.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Named for the whorls of hair on the crown that resemble a cap or bonnet, these macaques are endemic commensals, exclusively found in peninsular India and often living in close proximity to human populations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>IUCN Status: Vulnerable&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/wildlife-biodiversity\/bonnet-macaque-carcasses-in-karnataka-village-highlight-struggle-between-farmers-and-monkeys-in-region-93427#:~:text=The%20recent%20discovery%20of%20carcasses,habiatations%20to%20forage%20for%20food.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>DTE<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sargasso_Sea\"><\/span><strong>Sargasso Sea<\/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 Environment and Ecology GS-1 Physical Geography&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>The Sargasso Sea near Bermuda is experiencing unprecedented warmth, higher salinity, and increased acidity since measurements started in 1954.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/d7455d0d-6a27-4558-b73c-ac33dd4d1284\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sargasso_Sea_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Sargasso Sea Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Sargasso Sea, situated entirely within the Atlantic Ocean, is the sole sea lacking a land boundary. Named after Sargassum, a holopelagic golden drift algae, it forms extensive floating mats on the ocean surface.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This unique open-ocean ecosystem is enclosed by currents circulating around the North Atlantic sub-tropical gyre, serving as the central hub for continuously pelagic drift algae.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ecosystem_and_Boundaries\"><\/span><strong>Ecosystem and Boundaries<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Sargasso Sea provides vital habitats, spawning areas, migration pathways, and feeding grounds for a diverse array of flora and fauna, including endemic, endangered, and commercially important species.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Bounded by the Gulf Stream to the west, North Atlantic Current to the north, Canary Current to the east, and North Atlantic Equatorial Current to the south, it stands as a critical marine environment.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gulf_Stream_Key_Facts\"><\/span><strong>Gulf Stream Key Facts<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Gulf Stream, a swift and warm ocean current, flows along North America&#8217;s eastern coast and crosses the Atlantic Ocean toward Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Originating in the Gulf of Mexico, it results from the convergence of warm waters from the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This current follows a north-eastward path, carrying tropical warmth to higher latitudes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>With significant width and variable speeds, the Gulf Stream plays a pivotal role in oceanic circulation.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livescience.com\/planet-earth\/sargasso-sea-around-bermuda-is-now-at-its-hottest-most-acidic-and-oxygen-starved-than-at-any-point-in-recorded-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>LS<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guru_Teg_Bahadur\"><\/span><strong>Guru Teg Bahadur<\/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-7\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Prime Minister of India recently honoured Sri Guru Teg Bahadur on the anniversary of his martyrdom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/779f8fc8-eac2-4b81-954f-0166369091ae\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guru_Teg_Bahadur_An_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Guru Teg Bahadur: An Overview<\/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=\"Early_Life\"><\/span><strong>Early Life<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Guru Teg Bahadur, originally named Teyag Mal, was the ninth Guru of the Sikh religion.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>His father, Guru Hargobind Sahib, changed his name to Teg Bahadur, reflecting his prowess in battle and sword skills.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contributions_and_Achievements\"><\/span><strong>Contributions and Achievements<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Guru Teg Bahadur played a pivotal role in Sikh history, contributing over 100 poetic hymns to the Granth Sahib, covering diverse topics.&nbsp;<\/li><li>He is credited with building the city of Anandpur Sahib, a significant place where the last two Sikh Gurus resided and where Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa Panth in 1699.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Notably, he facilitated reconciliation between Raja Bishan Singh and Raja Paranpal, averting a potential war.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arrest_and_Martyrdom\"><\/span><strong>Arrest and Martyrdom<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 1665, Guru Teg Bahadur was first arrested by the Mughals on the orders of Aurangzeb.&nbsp;<\/li><li>His public beheading took place in 1675 in Delhi on the orders of Emperor Aurangzeb.&nbsp;<\/li><li>His martyrdom is commemorated annually on 24 November as the Shaheedi Divas of Guru Tegh Bahadur.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adi_Granth_The_Sacred_Scripture\"><\/span><strong>Adi Granth: The Sacred Scripture<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Adi Granth, the sacred scripture of Sikhism, is a compilation of nearly 6,000 hymns from Sikh Gurus.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It holds a central place of worship in gurdwaras, receiving reverence akin to a living Guru.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-history\/guru-teg-bahadur-life-death-martyrdom-9072060\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydrogen_cyanide\"><\/span><strong>Hydrogen cyanide<\/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 Environment, Science and Technology&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>Hydrogen cyanide, a crucial molecule for life&#8217;s formation, has been discovered in the oceans of Saturn&#8217;s icy moon Enceladus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/9bcb59b7-d865-48a6-9f87-e9ef60d90dc7\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydrogen_Cyanide_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Hydrogen Cyanide Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydrogen cyanide, also known as hydrocyanic acid or HCN, is a colourless or pale-blue liquid or gas with an almond-like Odor. Despite being an excellent solvent for various salts, its toxicity limits its widespread use as a solvent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_and_Applications\"><\/span><strong>Characteristics and Applications<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hydrogen cyanide poses health risks as it interferes with the body&#8217;s use of oxygen, potentially harming the brain, heart, blood vessels, and lungs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>While it finds application in fumigation, electroplating, mining, and chemical synthesis, its use is restricted due to safety concerns.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Industries employing hydrogen cyanide include synthetic fibres, plastics, dyes, and pesticides.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insights_from_Cassini_Spacecraft\"><\/span><strong>Insights from Cassini Spacecraft<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Cassini spacecraft, launched by NASA in 1997, conducted an extensive mission orbiting Saturn from 2004 to 2017.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It provided valuable data on Saturn&#8217;s atmosphere, rings, and moons, discovering new moons and identifying Enceladus and Titan as intriguing sites for potential extraterrestrial life.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theprint.in\/science\/scientists-find-hydrogen-cyanide-key-molecule-for-life-formation-in-saturns-icy-moon-enceladus\/1887249\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TP<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Camelids\"><\/span><strong>Camelids<\/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 Environment&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>The International Year of Camelids was officially designated by the United Nations for the year 2024.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/779eb9f5-a899-4d40-9925-9df9270a9f6e\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Camelids_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Camelids Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Camelids, members of the family Camelidae, encompass a diverse group of even-toed ungulates celebrated for their unique adaptations to arid and high-altitude environments.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Notable examples include camels, llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and vicu\u00f1as.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classification\"><\/span><strong>Classification<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Camelids are broadly categorized into two groups<\/strong>: Old World and New World.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Old World Camelids<\/strong>-found in northern Africa and central Asia, include the distinctive dromedary and Bactrian camels known for their humps and the male-specific dull, associated with dominance displays.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>New World Camelids-<\/strong>South American Camelids, or New World Camelids, feature llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and vicu\u00f1as. Notably, vicu\u00f1as inhabit the high-altitude Andes Mountains.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distinctive_Features\"><\/span><strong>Distinctive Features<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Even-toed ungulates with soft-padded, two-toed feet resembling snowshoes.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Long necks, slender legs, and split upper lips with mobile protrusions.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Herbivores with a unique digestive system for extracting nutrients from fibrous plants.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Ruminants with true canine teeth and three-chambered stomachs, distinguishing them from other ruminants.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Recognizable for their herding behaviour.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Camelids showcase an intriguing blend of adaptation and diversity within the animal kingdom.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/world-news\/why-un-has-declared-2024-the-international-year-of-camelids-101702829445404.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>HT<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Noma_disease\"><\/span><strong>Noma disease<\/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 Environment&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 World Health Organization (WHO) recently added Noma (cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis) to its official list of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Noma_disease\"><\/span><strong>About Noma disease<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Noma disease, also known as cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis, is a rapidly progressing severe gangrenous condition affecting the mouth and face.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Primarily found in sub-Saharan Africa, it commonly afflicts malnourished children aged 2\u20136 years facing conditions such as infectious diseases, extreme poverty, poor oral health, or weakened immune systems.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>While starting as a gum sore, it swiftly evolves into acute necrotizing gingivitis, affecting both soft and hard tissues of the face.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Although prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa, cases have been reported in other regions globally.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Noma is considered an opportunistic and non-contagious disease, with evidence pointing to non-specific polymicrobial organisms as causative agents.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Early detection is crucial for effective treatment, involving antibiotics, oral hygiene improvement, mouthwash, and nutritional supplements.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news\/item\/15-12-2023-who-officially-recognizes-noma-as-a-neglected-tropical-disease\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>WHO<\/strong><\/a><\/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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