{"id":20232,"date":"2023-12-26T12:32:43","date_gmt":"2023-12-26T12:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=20232"},"modified":"2023-12-26T12:32:47","modified_gmt":"2023-12-26T12:32:47","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 25th 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-69e260f5e8414\" 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-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-25th-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-25th-december-2023\/#Central_Industrial_Security_Force_CISF_Safeguarding_Critical_Assets\" title=\"Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): Safeguarding Critical Assets&nbsp;\">Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): Safeguarding Critical Assets&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-25th-december-2023\/#Establishment_and_Growth\" title=\"Establishment and Growth&nbsp;\">Establishment and Growth&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-25th-december-2023\/#Operational_Spectrum\" title=\"Operational Spectrum&nbsp;\">Operational Spectrum&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-25th-december-2023\/#CISF_Boosts_Parliament_Security\" title=\"CISF Boosts Parliament Security&nbsp;\">CISF Boosts Parliament Security&nbsp;<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Existing_Security_Structure_in_Parliament\" title=\"Existing Security Structure in Parliament&nbsp;\">Existing Security Structure in Parliament&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-25th-december-2023\/#Understanding_Parliament_Security_Service\" title=\"Understanding Parliament Security Service&nbsp;\">Understanding Parliament Security Service&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-25th-december-2023\/#Decoding_MINUSTAH\" title=\"Decoding MINUSTAH&nbsp;\">Decoding MINUSTAH&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Indias_Inaugural_Winter_Arctic_Research_Expedition\" title=\"India&#8217;s Inaugural Winter Arctic Research Expedition&nbsp;\">India&#8217;s Inaugural Winter Arctic Research Expedition&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Importance_of_Winter_Arctic_Scientific_Expedition\" title=\"Importance of Winter Arctic Scientific Expedition&nbsp;\">Importance of Winter Arctic Scientific Expedition&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Exploring_Polar_Nights\" title=\"Exploring Polar Nights\u00a0\">Exploring Polar Nights\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Enhancing_Scientific_Capabilities\" title=\"Enhancing Scientific Capabilities\u00a0\">Enhancing Scientific Capabilities\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Comprehensive_Understanding\" title=\"Comprehensive Understanding\u00a0\">Comprehensive Understanding\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Extended_Research_Base_Operation\" title=\"Extended Research Base Operation\u00a0\">Extended Research Base Operation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Multidisciplinary_Research_Areas\" title=\"Multidisciplinary Research Areas\u00a0\">Multidisciplinary Research Areas\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Global_Participation\" title=\"Global Participation\u00a0\">Global Participation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Impact_of_Arctic_Warming\" title=\"Impact of Arctic Warming&nbsp;\">Impact of Arctic Warming&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Temperature_Rise\" title=\"Temperature Rise\u00a0\">Temperature Rise\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Declining_Sea-Ice\" title=\"Declining Sea-Ice\u00a0\">Declining Sea-Ice\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Global_Ramifications\" title=\"Global Ramifications\u00a0\">Global Ramifications\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Tropical_Influence\" title=\"Tropical Influence\u00a0\">Tropical Influence\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Changing_Arctic_Dynamics\" title=\"Changing Arctic Dynamics\u00a0\">Changing Arctic Dynamics\u00a0<\/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-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#R21Matrix-M_Vaccine\" title=\"R21\/Matrix-M Vaccine&nbsp;\">R21\/Matrix-M Vaccine&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Significance_of_WHO_Prequalification\" title=\"Significance of WHO Prequalification&nbsp;\">Significance of WHO Prequalification&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-25th-december-2023\/#Ensuring_Safety_and_Efficacy\" title=\"Ensuring Safety and Efficacy\u00a0\">Ensuring Safety and Efficacy\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#International_Credibility\" title=\"International Credibility\u00a0\">International Credibility\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Global_Immunization_Inclusion\" title=\"Global Immunization Inclusion\u00a0\">Global Immunization Inclusion\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Gavi_Support_Facilitation\" title=\"Gavi Support Facilitation\u00a0\">Gavi Support Facilitation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Understanding_Malaria\" title=\"Understanding Malaria&nbsp;\">Understanding Malaria&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Life-Threatening_Disease\" title=\"Life-Threatening Disease\u00a0\">Life-Threatening Disease\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Transmission_and_Symptoms\" title=\"Transmission and Symptoms\u00a0\">Transmission and Symptoms\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Global_Burden\" title=\"Global Burden\u00a0\">Global Burden\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Initiatives_for_Control\" title=\"Initiatives for Control\u00a0\">Initiatives for Control\u00a0<\/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-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Hindustan_Republican_Association_and_the_Kakori_Train_Action\" title=\"Hindustan Republican Association and the Kakori Train Action&nbsp;\">Hindustan Republican Association and the Kakori Train Action&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Key_Points_Regarding_Hindustan_Republican_Association_HRA\" title=\"Key Points Regarding Hindustan Republican Association (HRA)&nbsp;\">Key Points Regarding Hindustan Republican Association (HRA)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Background\" title=\"Background&nbsp;\">Background&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-25th-december-2023\/#Founders\" title=\"Founders&nbsp;\">Founders&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Manifesto_and_Vision\" title=\"Manifesto and Vision&nbsp;\">Manifesto and Vision&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Evolution_into_HSRA\" title=\"Evolution into HSRA&nbsp;\">Evolution into HSRA&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-25th-december-2023\/#Kakori_Train_Action_Incident\" title=\"Kakori Train Action Incident&nbsp;\">Kakori Train Action Incident&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-25th-december-2023\/#Background-2\" title=\"Background\u00a0\">Background\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Objective\" title=\"Objective\u00a0\">Objective\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Crackdown_and_Arrests\" title=\"Crackdown and Arrests\u00a0\">Crackdown and Arrests\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Impact\" title=\"Impact\u00a0\">Impact\u00a0<\/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-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Sahitya_Akademi_Awards_2023\" title=\"Sahitya Akademi Awards 2023&nbsp;\">Sahitya Akademi Awards 2023&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Understanding_the_Sahitya_Akademi_Award\" title=\"Understanding the Sahitya Akademi Award&nbsp;\">Understanding the Sahitya Akademi Award&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Overview\" title=\"Overview\u00a0\">Overview\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Recognition\" title=\"Recognition\u00a0\">Recognition\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Significance\" title=\"Significance\u00a0\">Significance\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Selection_Criteria\" title=\"Selection Criteria\u00a0\">Selection Criteria\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Additional_Awards\" title=\"Additional Awards&nbsp;\">Additional Awards&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Sahitya_Akademi_Bal_Sahitya_Puraskar\" title=\"Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar\u00a0\">Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Sahitya_Akademi_Yuva_Puraskar\" title=\"Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar\u00a0\">Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar\u00a0<\/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-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Queen_of_Millet\" title=\"Queen of Millet&nbsp;\">Queen of Millet&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-25th-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-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Raimati_Ghiuria_Guardian_of_Traditional_Seeds\" title=\"Raimati Ghiuria: Guardian of Traditional Seeds&nbsp;\">Raimati Ghiuria: Guardian of Traditional Seeds&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#G20_Summit_Recognition\" title=\"G20 Summit Recognition\u00a0\">G20 Summit Recognition\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Seed_Conservation_Pioneer\" title=\"Seed Conservation Pioneer\u00a0\">Seed Conservation Pioneer\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#About_Millets\" title=\"About Millets&nbsp;\">About Millets&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Drought-Resistant_and_Versatile\" title=\"Drought-Resistant and Versatile\u00a0\">Drought-Resistant and Versatile\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Nutritional_Powerhouses\" title=\"Nutritional Powerhouses\u00a0\">Nutritional Powerhouses\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Gluten-Free_Option\" title=\"Gluten-Free Option\u00a0\">Gluten-Free Option\u00a0<\/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-25th-december-2023\/#Katarniaghat_Wildlife_Sanctuary\" title=\"Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary&nbsp;\">Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary&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-25th-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-70\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Katarniaghat_Wildlife_Sanctuary_KWS_An_Overview\" title=\"Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS): An Overview&nbsp;\">Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS): 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-71\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Geographical_Location\" title=\"Geographical Location\u00a0\">Geographical Location\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Conservation_Status\" title=\"Conservation Status\u00a0\">Conservation Status\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Connectivity_and_Purpose\" title=\"Connectivity and Purpose\u00a0\">Connectivity and Purpose\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Diverse_Ecosystem\" title=\"Diverse Ecosystem\u00a0\">Diverse Ecosystem\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Floral_Composition\" title=\"Floral Composition\u00a0\">Floral Composition\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Rich_Fauna\" title=\"Rich Fauna\u00a0\">Rich Fauna\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#River_Sanctuary\" title=\"River Sanctuary\u00a0\">River Sanctuary\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Unique_Residents\" title=\"Unique Residents\u00a0\">Unique Residents\u00a0<\/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-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Project_PRAYAS\" title=\"Project PRAYAS&nbsp;\">Project PRAYAS&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-80\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-81\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Project_PRAYAS_Overview\" title=\"Project PRAYAS Overview&nbsp;\">Project PRAYAS Overview&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-82\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Objectives\" title=\"Objectives&nbsp;\">Objectives&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Implementation_Strategy\" title=\"Implementation Strategy&nbsp;\">Implementation Strategy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-25th-december-2023\/#International_Organisation_for_Migration_IOM_Key_Details\" title=\"International Organisation for Migration (IOM): Key Details&nbsp;\">International Organisation for Migration (IOM): Key Details&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-85\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Turquets_Octopus\" title=\"Turquet&#8217;s Octopus&nbsp;\">Turquet&#8217;s Octopus&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-86\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-87\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Turquets_Octopus_Overview\" title=\"Turquet&#8217;s Octopus: Overview\u00a0\">Turquet&#8217;s Octopus: Overview\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-88\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#West_Antarctic_Ice_Sheet_Key_Facts\" title=\"West Antarctic Ice Sheet: Key Facts&nbsp;\">West Antarctic Ice Sheet: 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-89\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Sone_River\" title=\"Sone River&nbsp;\">Sone River&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-90\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-91\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-december-2023\/#Sone_River_An_Overview\" title=\"Sone River: An Overview&nbsp;\">Sone River: An Overview&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-92\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-93\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-94\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-95\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-96\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-97\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-98\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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-99\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-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=\"CISF_Enlisted_for_Enhanced_Parliament_Security\"><\/span><strong>CISF Enlisted for Enhanced Parliament Security<\/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 Security and Defence\u00a0\u00a0<\/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>Following the recent Parliament breach, MHA instructs CISF survey for enhanced security.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"412\" height=\"232\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-61.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20241 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 412px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 412\/232;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Industrial_Security_Force_CISF_Safeguarding_Critical_Assets\"><\/span><strong>Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): Safeguarding Critical Assets<\/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=\"Establishment_and_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Establishment and Growth<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Initially formed in 1969 with just three battalions, CISF, a Central Armed Police Force, now boasts a robust strength of 1,63,590 personnel, offering integrated security cover to sensitive public sector undertakings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_Spectrum\"><\/span><strong>Operational Spectrum<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Critical Infrastructure<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Providing security to 353 establishments, including Atomic Power Plants, Space Installations, Defence Production Units, Mines, Oil Fields, and Refineries.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Fire Protection<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Equipped with a dedicated Fire Wing serving 104 establishments.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>VIP Security<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Mandated to protect VIPs of Z+, Z, Y, and X categories nationwide.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Airports<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Entrusted with airport security since 2000, following the Indian Airlines Flight IC-814 hijacking.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Private Sector<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Authorized to offer security to private and joint venture industrial undertakings on a payment basis.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Overseas Deployment<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Contributing contingents to the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Public Interface<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Sole Central Armed Police Force with a regular public presence, securing airports, Delhi Metro, and iconic monuments.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CISF_Boosts_Parliament_Security\"><\/span><strong>CISF Boosts Parliament Security<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Union Home Ministry sanctions CISF deployment in the Parliament complex, addressing security gaps exposed by the December 13 breach.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Existing_Security_Structure_in_Parliament\"><\/span><strong>Existing Security Structure in Parliament<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Delhi Police currently handles access control, including frisking and baggage scanning.\u00a0<\/li><li>Eight Delhi police personnel were suspended post-breach.\u00a0<\/li><li>Parliament Duty Group (PDG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) intervenes if armed response is necessary.\u00a0<\/li><li>Overall security oversight lies with the Parliament Security Service (PSS) under the Lok Sabha Speaker.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Parliament_Security_Service\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Parliament Security Service<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PSS, a specialized department, manages security within the Parliament House Complex.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_MINUSTAH\"><\/span><strong>Decoding MINUSTAH<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>MINUSTAH, short for the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti, operated as a peacekeeping mission from 2004 to 2017, aiming to establish stability and security in Haiti under transitional governance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/government-ropes-in-central-industrial-security-force-for-security-of-parliament-complex\/article67660992.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=\"Indias_Inaugural_Winter_Arctic_Research_Expedition\"><\/span><strong>India&#8217;s Inaugural Winter Arctic Research Expedition<\/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 Tech.\u00a0<\/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>Recently, The Union Minister of Earth Sciences launches India&#8217;s maiden winter research mission to Himadri, the Arctic Research Station in Ny-\u00c5lesund, Svalbard.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/81f0d24c-0ec9-499d-b1bb-7374eefa89f4\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Winter_Arctic_Scientific_Expedition\"><\/span><strong>Importance of Winter Arctic Scientific Expedition<\/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=\"Exploring_Polar_Nights\"><\/span><strong>Exploring Polar Nights<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Indian winter expeditions to the Arctic provide a unique opportunity for scientific observations during the polar nights, characterized by almost 24 hours of darkness and sub-zero temperatures.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Scientific_Capabilities\"><\/span><strong>Enhancing Scientific Capabilities<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Venturing into winter research in the Arctic expands India&#8217;s scientific prowess, focusing on key areas such as climate change, space weather, sea-ice dynamics, and ecosystem adaptations.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comprehensive_Understanding\"><\/span><strong>Comprehensive Understanding<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The initiative contributes to a broader comprehension of the Arctic&#8217;s intricacies, influencing weather and climate patterns in the tropics, including the crucial monsoon dynamics.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extended_Research_Base_Operation\"><\/span><strong>Extended Research Base Operation<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India&#8217;s Arctic research base, Himadri, established in 2008, traditionally hosted scientists during the summer months (April to October).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The winter expedition marks a significant expansion in operational scope.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multidisciplinary_Research_Areas\"><\/span><strong>Multidisciplinary Research Areas<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Priority research encompasses atmospheric, biological, marine, and space sciences, environmental chemistry, cryosphere studies, terrestrial ecosystems, and astrophysics.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Participation\"><\/span><strong>Global Participation<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India joins a select group of nations operating Arctic research bases throughout the winter, showcasing its commitment to year-round exploration and study.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_of_Arctic_Warming\"><\/span><strong>Impact of Arctic Warming<\/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=\"Temperature_Rise\"><\/span><strong>Temperature Rise<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Arctic temperatures have increased by an average of 4 degrees Celsius over the past century, with 2023 recording the highest temperatures on record.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Declining_Sea-Ice\"><\/span><strong>Declining Sea-Ice<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Arctic sea-ice extent is decreasing at a rate of 13% per decade, as reported by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Ramifications\"><\/span><strong>Global Ramifications<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Melting sea ice in the Arctic has far-reaching consequences beyond the region, influencing global sea levels and atmospheric circulation patterns.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tropical_Influence\"><\/span><strong>Tropical Influence<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Warmer tropical sea surface temperatures may lead to increased precipitation, a shift in the Inter Tropical Convergence Zone, and higher chances of extreme rainfall events.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Changing_Arctic_Dynamics\"><\/span><strong>Changing Arctic Dynamics<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Global warming could render the Arctic more habitable, prompting increased exploration and exploitation of its resources, potentially impacting trade, navigation, and strategic sectors.&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>\u00a0<br><strong>Prelims (2015)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. The term \u2018IndARC\u2019, sometimes seen in the news, is the name of\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202fan indigenously developed radar system inducted into Indian Defence\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202fIndia\u2019s satellite to provide services to the countries of Indian Ocean Rim\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fa scientific establishment set up by India in Antarctic region\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fIndia\u2019s underwater observatory to scientifically study the Arctic region\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: (d)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Mains (2018)<\/strong>\u00a0<br>Q.1\u202fWhy is India taking keen in resources of Arctic region?\u202f\u00a0<br><strong>Mains (2015)<\/strong>\u00a0<br>Q.2\u202fWhat are the economic significances of discovery of oil in Arctic Sea and its possible environmental consequences?\u202f\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1987724#:~:text=The%20Honourable%20Union%20Minister%2C%20Ministry,Delhi%20on%20December%2018%2C%202023.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"R21Matrix-M_Vaccine\"><\/span><strong>R21\/Matrix-M Vaccine<\/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 Science and Tech.\u00a0<\/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 World Health Organization (WHO) has added the R21\/Matrix-M malaria vaccine to its prequalified vaccines, marking a significant stride in the global battle against malaria.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/bc667541-1cdc-4a33-a86f-c7b4a1c9909a\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_WHO_Prequalification\"><\/span><strong>Significance of WHO Prequalification<\/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=\"Ensuring_Safety_and_Efficacy\"><\/span><strong>Ensuring Safety and Efficacy<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>WHO&#8217;s prequalification of the R21 vaccine provides a robust assurance of its safety and effectiveness, reinforcing its credibility in the global fight against malaria.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_Credibility\"><\/span><strong>International Credibility<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Products achieving WHO prequalification adhere to rigorous international standards, gaining wider acceptance in international markets and becoming prerequisites for procurement by organizations like UNICEF.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Immunization_Inclusion\"><\/span><strong>Global Immunization Inclusion<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>WHO prequalification enhances the likelihood of vaccine inclusion in global immunization programs, ensuring a broader reach and increased impact.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gavi_Support_Facilitation\"><\/span><strong>Gavi Support Facilitation<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>WHO prequalification is instrumental in securing Gavi support, facilitating vaccination programs in resource-limited regions through the Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Malaria\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Malaria<\/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=\"Life-Threatening_Disease\"><\/span><strong>Life-Threatening Disease<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Malaria is a potentially fatal mosquito-borne blood disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, predominantly found in tropical regions of Africa, South America, and Asia.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transmission_and_Symptoms\"><\/span><strong>Transmission and Symptoms<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Spread through infected mosquito bites, malaria symptoms include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue, with parasites multiplying in the liver and attacking Red Blood Cells.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Burden\"><\/span><strong>Global Burden<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Malaria disproportionately affects children in Africa, causing nearly half a million child deaths annually. In 2022, there were 249 million malaria cases and 608,000 deaths across 85 countries.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Initiatives_for_Control\"><\/span><strong>Initiatives for Control<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Global Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>E-2025 initiative.\u00a0<\/li><li>Global Technical Strategy for Malaria 2016\u20132030.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>India-Specific Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>National Framework for Malaria Elimination (NFME).\u00a0<\/li><li>National Strategic Plan for Malaria Elimination (2017-22).\u00a0<\/li><li>Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)\u2019s Malaria Elimination Research Alliance-India (MERA-India).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/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>\u00a0<br><strong>Prelims (2010)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. Widespread resistance of malarial parasite to drugs like chloroquine has prompted attempts to develop a malarial vaccine to combat malaria. Why is it difficult to develop an effective malaria vaccine?\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202fMalaria is caused by several species of Plasmodium\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202fMan does not develop immunity to malaria during natural infection\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fVaccines can be developed only against bacteria\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fMan is only an intermediate host and not the definitive host\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/health\/who-prequalifies-a-second-malaria-vaccine-manufactured-by-serum-institute-of-india\/article67661903.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=\"Hindustan_Republican_Association_and_the_Kakori_Train_Action\"><\/span><strong>Hindustan Republican Association and the Kakori Train Action<\/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 Indian National Movement, Modern Indian History\u00a0<\/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 December 1927, four revolutionaries from the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) were executed, two years after they participated in the Kakori Train Action, a bold heist targeting a train transporting funds for the British treasury during the Indian independence movement.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/58ace581-da4a-41d7-bb28-5204d68636d7\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Points_Regarding_Hindustan_Republican_Association_HRA\"><\/span><strong>Key<\/strong> <strong>Points Regarding Hindustan Republican Association (HRA)<\/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<p>In the aftermath of the Chauri Chaura Incident during the Non-Cooperation Movement, disillusioned by Gandhi&#8217;s abrupt halt, young activists formed the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) in 1922.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Founders\"><\/span><strong>Founders<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Notable founders included Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, Sachindra Nath Bakshi, and Jogesh Chandra Chatterjee, with later additions like Chandra Shekhar Azad and Bhagat Singh.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manifesto_and_Vision\"><\/span><strong>Manifesto and Vision<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The HRA, in its 1925 manifesto titled &#8220;Krantikari,&#8221; aimed to establish a federal Republic of the United States of India through an organized, armed revolution.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Their vision prioritized universal suffrage, socialist principles, and the eradication of systems enabling human exploitation.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_into_HSRA\"><\/span><strong>Evolution into HSRA<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transforming into the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) in 1928, the organization shifted toward socialist ideologies, broadening its focus from political independence to socio-economic equality.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kakori_Train_Action_Incident\"><\/span><strong>Kakori Train Action Incident<\/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-2\"><\/span><strong>Background<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The HRA&#8217;s first major action in August 1925 was the Kakori Train Action, targeting the Number 8 Down Train between Shahjahanpur and Lucknow.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objective\"><\/span><strong>Objective<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Revolutionaries, including Rajendranath Lahiri, seized the train carrying government funds, intending to fund the HRA and draw attention to their cause.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crackdown_and_Arrests\"><\/span><strong>Crackdown and Arrests<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A harsh British crackdown followed, leading to the arrest of numerous HRA members.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Forty individuals were arrested, with four receiving death sentences, including Ashfaqullah Khan, Ram Prasad Bismil, and Thakur Roshan Singh.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact\"><\/span><strong>Impact<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Chandrashekhar Azad evaded capture, and the incident marked a pivotal moment in the HRA&#8217;s history, bringing attention to their mission for Indian independence and socio-economic equality.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-history\/kakori-train-robbery-action-9074349\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sahitya_Akademi_Awards_2023\"><\/span><strong>Sahitya Akademi Awards 2023<\/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\u00a0<\/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 Sahitya Akademi recently revealed the Sahitya Akademi Award 2023 across 24 languages.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/6ded5247-d544-424d-b1e0-194b51c0d155\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Sahitya_Akademi_Award\"><\/span><strong>Understanding the Sahitya Akademi Award<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Established in 1954, the Sahitya Akademi Award is an annual literary honor presented by Sahitya Akademi, India&#8217;s National Academy of Letters.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognition\"><\/span><strong>Recognition<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Akademi awards 24 honors each year for outstanding literary works in recognized languages, including literary translations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>English and Rajasthani, in addition to the 22 languages outlined in the Indian Constitution, are acknowledged.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance\"><\/span><strong>Significance<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ranked as the second-highest literary honor by the Indian Government, following the Jnanpith award, the Sahitya Akademi Award is a prestigious recognition.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Selection_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>Selection Criteria<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To be eligible, authors must be Indian nationals, and their work should be a remarkable contribution to the language and literature it represents.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The selection process considers factors such as total literary contribution and the standing of authors in cases of equal merit.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Awards\"><\/span><strong>Additional Awards<\/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=\"Sahitya_Akademi_Bal_Sahitya_Puraskar\"><\/span><strong>Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recognizes an author&#8217;s overall contribution to children&#8217;s literature, focusing on books published in the five years preceding the award year.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sahitya_Akademi_Yuva_Puraskar\"><\/span><strong>Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Honors books published by authors aged 35 and below, encouraging young literary talent.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1989185#:~:text=Award%20Presentation%20function%20to%20be,at%20Kamani%20Auditorium%2C%20New%20Delhi&amp;text=Sahitya%20Akademi%20has%20announced%20its,the%20Sahitya%20Akademi%20Awards%202023.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Queen_of_Millet\"><\/span><strong>Queen of Millet<\/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 Agriculture\u00a0\u00a0<\/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>Raimati Ghiuria, a tribal farmer hailing from Odisha&#8217;s Koraput district, has conserved 30 millet varieties and provided training to numerous women in the cultivation of these unique millets.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/970ceb64-366f-401c-b581-d4ba12dd3237\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raimati_Ghiuria_Guardian_of_Traditional_Seeds\"><\/span><strong>Raimati Ghiuria: Guardian of Traditional Seeds<\/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=\"G20_Summit_Recognition\"><\/span><strong>G20 Summit Recognition<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Invited to the G20 Summit in commemoration of the &#8216;International Year of Millets,&#8217; Raimati Ghiuria, also known as the &#8216;Queen of Millet,&#8217; showcased her expertise in preserving and cultivating 72 traditional paddy varieties and over 30 millet types like Kundra bati mandia, jasra, juana, and jamkoli.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seed_Conservation_Pioneer\"><\/span><strong>Seed Conservation Pioneer<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Acknowledged as a trailblazer in native seed conservation, Raimati Ghiuria has garnered acclaim for her dedicated efforts in safeguarding traditional crops.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Millets\"><\/span><strong>About Millets<\/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=\"Drought-Resistant_and_Versatile\"><\/span><strong>Drought-Resistant and Versatile<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Millets, cultivated by Raimati Ghiuria, exhibit resilience to drought, requiring minimal water, and thrive in poor soil conditions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Powerhouses\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Powerhouses<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Millets serve as excellent sources of fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals, contributing to a well-rounded and nutritious diet.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gluten-Free_Option\"><\/span><strong>Gluten-Free Option<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Naturally gluten-free, millets cater to individuals with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, offering a wholesome and inclusive dietary choice.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/etimes\/trending\/meet-the-queen-of-millets-a-tribal-woman-who-preserves-30-types-of-rare-millets-in-india\/articleshow\/106133613.cms?from=mdr\" 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=\"Katarniaghat_Wildlife_Sanctuary\"><\/span><strong>Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary<\/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\u00a0<\/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>Recently, elephants in a residential area bordering Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary fatally trampled a watchman employed by the irrigation department.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"376\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-47.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20242 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-47.png 602w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-47-585x365.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/376;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Katarniaghat_Wildlife_Sanctuary_KWS_An_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS): 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=\"Geographical_Location\"><\/span><strong>Geographical Location<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Situated in the Upper Gangetic plain within Uttar Pradesh, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary spans an area of 400.6 km2 in the Bahraich district.&nbsp;&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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 1987, it became part of &#8216;Project Tiger&#8217; and, along with Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary and Dudhwa National Park, constitutes the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connectivity_and_Purpose\"><\/span><strong>Connectivity and Purpose<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Functioning as a crucial link between the tiger habitats of Dudhwa and Kishanpur in India and Bardia National Park in Nepal, KWS serves as a strategic corridor.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diverse_Ecosystem\"><\/span><strong>Diverse Ecosystem<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Encompassing a fragile Terai ecosystem, KWS features a diverse landscape of sal and teak forests, lush grasslands, swamps, and wetlands.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Floral_Composition\"><\/span><strong>Floral Composition<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The sanctuary predominantly hosts Sal Forest, accompanied by tree species such as Terminalia alata (Asna), Lagerstroemia parviflora (Asidha), Adina cordifonia (Haldu), Mitragyna parpiflora (Faldu), and Gamelina arborea (Gahmhar).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rich_Fauna\"><\/span><strong>Rich Fauna<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>KWS shelters endangered species, including the Gharial, tiger, rhino, swamp deer, hispid hare, Bengal florican, white-backed vultures, and long-billed vultures.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"River_Sanctuary\"><\/span><strong>River Sanctuary<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Gairwa River within KWS is designated a sanctuary for Mugger and Gharial, hosting rare turtles, freshwater fish, and various aquatic life.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_Residents\"><\/span><strong>Unique Residents<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Notably, KWS is one of the rare locations in India where freshwater dolphins, known as Gangetic dolphins, thrive in their natural habitat.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/nation\/2023\/dec\/23\/watchman-trampled-to-death-by-elephants-near-uttar-pradeshskatarniaghat-wildlife-sanctuary-2644314.html\" 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=\"Project_PRAYAS\"><\/span><strong>Project PRAYAS<\/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\u00a0<\/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 International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has recently initiated Project PRAYAS, aiming to facilitate the secure, orderly, and regular migration of Indian workers and students.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/e1b8789f-2129-4b97-8634-02d2bf02bbae\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Project_PRAYAS_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Project PRAYAS Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Launched in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Project PRAYAS, or Promoting Regular Assisted Migration for Youth and Skilled Professionals, stands as one of the initial endeavors to consolidate state-level initiatives for the secure, orderly, and well-managed international migration of Indian workers and students.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives\"><\/span><strong>Objectives<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The primary goal of Project PRAYAS is to facilitate safe, orderly, and regular migration for Indian migrant workers and students.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Achieving this involves collaborating with the MEA and state governments to provide policy recommendations, thereby fortifying international migration governance.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implementation_Strategy\"><\/span><strong>Implementation Strategy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Project PRAYAS endeavors to conduct a comprehensive study capturing essential migration trends, the needs and aspirations of migrants, and significant international migration and mobility initiatives undertaken by both union and state governments.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The findings from this analysis will be shared with the Ministry.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_Organisation_for_Migration_IOM_Key_Details\"><\/span><strong>International Organisation for Migration (IOM): Key Details<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Establishment and Mission<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Founded in 1951, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) operates as a dedicated United Nations (UN) agency, committed to promoting humane and organized migration.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Definition of Migrant<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>As per IOM, a migrant is an individual who relocates from their usual place of residence, whether within a country or across an international border, temporarily or permanently, for various reasons.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Scope of Support<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>IOM extends its support, at the request of states, not only to migrants but also to internally displaced persons, refugees, and other uprooted individuals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Its focus areas encompass migration and development, facilitating migration, regulating migration, and addressing forced migration.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Membership<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>With 172 member states and 8 states holding observer status, India is a member of the IOM.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Headquarters<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The IOM&#8217;s headquarters are located in Geneva, Switzerland.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.business-standard.com\/india-news\/project-prayas-explained-un-program-to-help-indian-youth-migrate-abroad-123122100692_1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>BS<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turquets_Octopus\"><\/span><strong>Turquet&#8217;s Octopus<\/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\u00a0<\/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>A recent publication in the journal Science revealed an unexpected link between the movements of Turquet\u2019s octopuses and the stability of the West Antarctic ice sheet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/4f150db0-e7a3-4351-aad6-488b105edeee\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turquets_Octopus_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Turquet&#8217;s Octopus: Overview<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Distribution and Depth Range<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Turquet&#8217;s octopus is a benthic species with a circumpolar Antarctic distribution, thriving in depths ranging from shallow waters to as deep as 4,000 meters.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Distinctive Characteristics<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Characterized by the absence of a skin ridge around its body and nearly smooth skin adorned with low granular bumps, Turquet&#8217;s octopus exhibits unique physical features.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Natural Predators<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>In its natural habitat, this species faces predation from Patagonian toothfish off South Georgia and Weddell seals off the South Shetland Islands.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Historical Navigations<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>These cephalopods, native to the Southern Ocean, navigated the region during the ice sheet&#8217;s melting around 125,000 years ago.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Conservation Status<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Designated as &#8220;Least Concern (LC)&#8221; by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Turquet&#8217;s octopus currently faces no imminent threat.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"West_Antarctic_Ice_Sheet_Key_Facts\"><\/span><strong>West Antarctic Ice Sheet: Key Facts<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Geographic Division<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The Transantarctic Mountains act as a natural divide between the West Antarctic Ice Sheet and the East Antarctic Ice Sheet.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Extent of Ice Coverage<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Approximately 97% of West Antarctica is covered in ice, with significant ice flows into the Bellingshausen, Weddell, Amundsen, and Ross seas.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Sectorial Flow Patterns<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The ice sheet primarily comprises three sectors that flow northeast-ward into the Weddell Sea, westward into the Ross Ice Shelf, and northward into the Amundsen\/Bellingshausen seas.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Circumpolar Circulation<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Surrounded by a robust clockwise circumpolar circulation, West Antarctica experiences influential currents that play a crucial role in the global thermohaline circulation, contributing to Antarctica&#8217;s extreme cold climate.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indiatoday.in\/science\/story\/octopus-dna-hides-big-secret-about-antarctic-doomsday-2479352-2023-12-22\" 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=\"Sone_River\"><\/span><strong>Sone River<\/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\u00a0<\/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>In a significant operation targeting illegal sand mining on the Sone River, Bihar police apprehended 20 sand smugglers and confiscated 40 boats loaded with sand.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/1d57bb9a-1859-4c63-b6df-e2c691af78e9\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sone_River_An_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Sone River: An Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Significance and Course<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The Sone River stands as one of the principal southern tributaries of the Ganges, following the Yamuna River in size.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Originating from the Amarkantak highlands in the Maikala range of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, at an elevation of 640 m, it travels eastward through multiple states.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Geographical Features<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Cutting through the Kaimur Range, the river traverses a 487-mile (784-km) course, eventually merging with the Ganges above Patna in Bihar. States through which the river flows include Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Catchment Area<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Encompassing a total catchment area of 70,055 sq.km, the Sone valley shares geological similarities with the Narmada River, featuring a largely forested and sparsely populated landscape.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Geological Surroundings<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The valley is flanked by the Kaimur Range to the north and the Chota Nagpur plateau to the south, with a narrow floodplain spanning 3 to 5 kilometers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The river&#8217;s flow is seasonal, and it holds little significance for navigation.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Major Tributaries<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Key contributors to the Sone River include the Rihand River and the Koel River, alongside other tributaries like the Gopad River and the Kanhar River.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Prominent Town<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Dehri emerges as a major town situated along the course of the Sone River.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/mining\/illegal-sand-mining-20-arrested-40-big-boats-seized-in-bihar-police-operation-on-sone-river-93541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>DTE<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/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. 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