{"id":21679,"date":"2024-01-11T16:44:47","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T16:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=21679"},"modified":"2024-01-11T16:44:51","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T16:44:51","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 11th January 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-cse-gs-integrated-course?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Blog-%20GS%20Integrated\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/GS-Integrated-1280\u00d7300.svg\" alt=\"If you are reading History for UPSC like it should be - focusing on concepts rather than just facts - History will be fun &amp; rewarding!\" class=\"wp-image-22516\" width=\"778\" height=\"181\"\/><\/a><figcaption>Best IAS Coaching<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\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.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/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-69d46fb9eff95\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-11th-january-2024\/#Hit-and-Run_Law_Overview\" title=\"Hit-and-Run Law Overview&nbsp;\">Hit-and-Run Law 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-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Legal_Framework\" title=\"Legal Framework\u00a0\">Legal Framework\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Penalties_and_Reporting\" title=\"Penalties and Reporting\u00a0\">Penalties and Reporting\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Context_and_Need\" title=\"Context and Need&nbsp;\">Context and Need&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Principle_Behind_the_Law\" title=\"Principle Behind the Law\u00a0\">Principle Behind the Law\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Concerns_Raised_by_Protesters\" title=\"Concerns Raised by Protesters&nbsp;\">Concerns Raised by Protesters&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Provisions_of_Section_106_2\" title=\"Provisions of Section 106 (2)\u00a0\">Provisions of Section 106 (2)\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Challenging_Conditions\" title=\"Challenging Conditions\u00a0\">Challenging Conditions\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Perceived_Unfair_Blame\" title=\"Perceived Unfair Blame\u00a0\">Perceived Unfair Blame\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Possible_Misuse_by_Authorities\" title=\"Possible Misuse by Authorities\u00a0\">Possible Misuse by Authorities\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Unfair_Treatment_and_Limited_Categorization\" title=\"Unfair Treatment and Limited Categorization\u00a0\">Unfair Treatment and Limited Categorization\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-11th-january-2024\/#Lack_of_Differentiation\" title=\"Lack of Differentiation\u00a0\">Lack of Differentiation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#The_Path_Forward\" title=\"The Path Forward&nbsp;\">The Path 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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Bilkis_Bano_Case_Remission_Implications\" title=\"Bilkis Bano Case: Remission Implications&nbsp;\">Bilkis Bano Case: Remission Implications&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Bilkis_Bano_Case_Background\" title=\"Bilkis Bano Case Background&nbsp;\">Bilkis Bano Case Background&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#2002_Gujarat_Riots_and_Tragedy\" title=\"2002 Gujarat Riots and Tragedy&nbsp;\">2002 Gujarat Riots and Tragedy&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-11th-january-2024\/#Legal_Proceedings_and_Trial_Shift\" title=\"Legal Proceedings and Trial Shift&nbsp;\">Legal Proceedings and Trial Shift&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-11th-january-2024\/#Justice_in_2008\" title=\"Justice in 2008&nbsp;\">Justice in 2008&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Remission_Controversy_in_2022\" title=\"Remission Controversy in 2022&nbsp;\">Remission Controversy in 2022&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Supreme_Courts_Nullification\" title=\"Supreme Court\u2019s Nullification&nbsp;\">Supreme Court\u2019s Nullification&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Lack_of_Authority_and_Concealed_Facts\" title=\"Lack of Authority and Concealed Facts\u00a0\">Lack of Authority and Concealed Facts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Criticism_of_Remission_Process\" title=\"Criticism of Remission Process\u00a0\">Criticism of Remission Process\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Overreach_and_Unlawful_Exercise_of_Power\" title=\"Overreach and Unlawful Exercise of Power\u00a0\">Overreach and Unlawful Exercise of Power\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Understanding_Remission\" title=\"Understanding Remission&nbsp;\">Understanding Remission&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-11th-january-2024\/#Definition_and_Distinction\" title=\"Definition and Distinction\u00a0\">Definition and Distinction\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-11th-january-2024\/#Constitutional_Provisions\" title=\"Constitutional Provisions\u00a0\">Constitutional Provisions\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-11th-january-2024\/#Statutory_Power_of_Remission\" title=\"Statutory Power of Remission\u00a0\">Statutory Power of Remission\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Landmark_Cases_of_Remission\" title=\"Landmark Cases of Remission&nbsp;\">Landmark Cases of Remission&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Laxman_Naskar_v_State_of_West_Bengal_2000\" title=\"Laxman Naskar v. State of West Bengal (2000)\u00a0\">Laxman Naskar v. State of West Bengal (2000)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Epuru_Sudhakar_v_State_of_AP_2006\" title=\"Epuru Sudhakar v. State of AP (2006)\u00a0\">Epuru Sudhakar v. State of AP (2006)\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-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Antimicrobial_Resistance\" title=\"Antimicrobial Resistance&nbsp;\">Antimicrobial Resistance&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Key_Survey_Findings\" title=\"Key Survey Findings&nbsp;\">Key Survey Findings&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Preventative_Use_of_Antibiotics\" title=\"Preventative Use of Antibiotics\u00a0\">Preventative Use of Antibiotics\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Antibiotic_Prescription_Patterns\" title=\"Antibiotic Prescription Patterns\u00a0\">Antibiotic Prescription Patterns\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Lack_of_Specific_Diagnosis\" title=\"Lack of Specific Diagnosis\u00a0\">Lack of Specific Diagnosis\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Variation_Among_Hospitals\" title=\"Variation Among Hospitals\u00a0\">Variation Among Hospitals\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Drivers_of_AMR\" title=\"Drivers of AMR\u00a0\">Drivers of AMR\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Understanding_Antimicrobial_Resistance_AMR\" title=\"Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)&nbsp;\">Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Definition_and_Impact\" title=\"Definition and Impact\u00a0\">Definition and Impact\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Reasons_for_AMR_Spread\" title=\"Reasons for AMR Spread&nbsp;\">Reasons for AMR Spread&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Implications_of_AMR_Spread\" title=\"Implications of AMR Spread&nbsp;\">Implications of AMR Spread&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Measures_Taken_to_Address_AMR\" title=\"Measures Taken to Address AMR&nbsp;\">Measures Taken to Address AMR&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Indian_Initiatives\" title=\"Indian Initiatives\u00a0\">Indian Initiatives\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-11th-january-2024\/#Global_Measures\" title=\"Global Measures\u00a0\">Global Measures\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Debt_Sustainability_and_Exchange_Rate_Management\" title=\"Debt Sustainability and Exchange Rate Management&nbsp;\">Debt Sustainability and Exchange Rate Management&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#IMFs_Economic_Outlook_for_India\" title=\"IMF&#8217;s Economic Outlook for India&nbsp;\">IMF&#8217;s Economic Outlook 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-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Debt_Sustainability_Concerns\" title=\"Debt Sustainability Concerns\u00a0\">Debt Sustainability Concerns\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-11th-january-2024\/#Challenges_in_Debt_Management\" title=\"Challenges in Debt Management\u00a0\">Challenges in Debt Management\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-11th-january-2024\/#Debunking_IMFs_Projections\" title=\"Debunking IMF&#8217;s Projections\u00a0\">Debunking IMF&#8217;s Projections\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Exchange_Rate_Dynamics\" title=\"Exchange Rate Dynamics\u00a0\">Exchange Rate Dynamics\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Stagnant_Credit_Ratings\" title=\"Stagnant Credit Ratings\u00a0\">Stagnant Credit Ratings\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Indias_Current_Debt_Scenario\" title=\"India&#8217;s Current Debt Scenario&nbsp;\">India&#8217;s Current Debt Scenario&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Government_Debt_Levels\" title=\"Government Debt Levels\u00a0\">Government Debt Levels\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Public_Debt-to-GDP_Ratio\" title=\"Public Debt-to-GDP Ratio\u00a0\">Public Debt-to-GDP Ratio\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Factors_Driving_Rising_Debt\" title=\"Factors Driving Rising Debt\u00a0\">Factors Driving Rising Debt\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Legislation_for_Debt_Management\" title=\"Legislation for Debt Management&nbsp;\">Legislation for Debt Management&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Fiscal_Responsibility_and_Budget_Management_Act_FRBM_Act\" title=\"Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBM Act)\u00a0\">Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBM Act)\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-11th-january-2024\/#Measures_for_Sustainable_Debt_Management\" title=\"Measures for Sustainable Debt Management&nbsp;\">Measures for Sustainable Debt Management&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-11th-january-2024\/#Short-Term_Strategies\" title=\"Short-Term Strategies\u00a0\">Short-Term Strategies\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-11th-january-2024\/#Long-Term_Growth-Oriented_Approaches\" title=\"Long-Term Growth-Oriented Approaches\u00a0\">Long-Term Growth-Oriented Approaches\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-67\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#INS_Kabra\" title=\"INS Kabra&nbsp;\">INS Kabra&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Name_and_Origin\" title=\"Name and Origin&nbsp;\">Name and Origin&nbsp;<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Series_and_Design\" title=\"Series and Design&nbsp;\">Series and Design&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-11th-january-2024\/#Naming_Convention\" title=\"Naming Convention&nbsp;\">Naming Convention&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-11th-january-2024\/#Performance_Characteristics\" title=\"Performance Characteristics&nbsp;\">Performance Characteristics&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Compliance_and_Regulations\" title=\"Compliance and Regulations&nbsp;\">Compliance and Regulations&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Drishti_10_%E2%80%98Starliner\" title=\"Drishti 10 &#8216;Starliner&#8217;&nbsp;\">Drishti 10 &#8216;Starliner&#8217;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-76\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Name_and_Origin-2\" title=\"Name and Origin\u00a0\">Name and Origin\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Capabilities\" title=\"Capabilities\u00a0\">Capabilities\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Weather_and_Airspace_Clearance\" title=\"Weather and Airspace Clearance\u00a0\">Weather and Airspace Clearance\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Strategic_Significance\" title=\"Strategic Significance\u00a0\">Strategic Significance\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Autonomous_Operation\" title=\"Autonomous Operation\u00a0\">Autonomous Operation\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Maintenance_Efficiency\" title=\"Maintenance Efficiency\u00a0\">Maintenance Efficiency\u00a0<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Communication_Systems\" title=\"Communication Systems&nbsp;\">Communication Systems&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Prasadam\" title=\"Prasadam&nbsp;\">Prasadam&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-85\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#About_Prasadam\" title=\"About Prasadam&nbsp;\">About Prasadam&nbsp;<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Mahakaleshwar_Temple\" title=\"Mahakaleshwar Temple&nbsp;\">Mahakaleshwar Temple&nbsp;<\/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-11th-january-2024\/#Pravasi_Bharatiya_Diwas_PBD\" title=\"Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD)&nbsp;\">Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-88\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-89\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#About_Pravasi_Bharatiya_Diwas\" title=\"About Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas&nbsp;\">About Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-90\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Biligiri_Rangaswamy_Temple_BRT_Tiger_Reserve\" title=\"Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve&nbsp;\">Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-91\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-92\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#About_Biligiri_Rangaswamy_Temple_BRT_Tiger_Reserve\" title=\"About Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve&nbsp;\">About Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-93\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#Eucalyptus_Snout_Beetle\" title=\"Eucalyptus Snout Beetle&nbsp;\">Eucalyptus Snout Beetle&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-94\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-95\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#About_Eucalyptus_Snout_Beetle\" title=\"About Eucalyptus Snout Beetle&nbsp;\">About Eucalyptus Snout Beetle&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-96\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-97\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-98\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-99\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-100\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-101\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-102\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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-103\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-11th-january-2024\/#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=\"Hit-and-run_law_concerns_raised\"><\/span><strong>Hit-and-run law: concerns raised<\/strong>\u00a0<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 Governance\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>Protests by transporters in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Punjab highlight the controversy surrounding Section 106 (2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hit-and-Run_Law_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Hit-and-Run Law 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=\"Legal_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Legal Framework<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The hit-and-run provision is a component of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), slated to replace the outdated Indian Penal Code, 1860.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Section 106 (2) of the BNS, 2023 outlines penalties for fleeing accident scenes without reporting to authorities.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Penalties_and_Reporting\"><\/span><strong>Penalties and Reporting<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Section 106 (2) prescribes penalties of up to 10 years in jail and fines for those not reporting accidents promptly.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Immediate reporting falls under Section 106(1), with a maximum punishment of five years for causing death due to rash or negligent acts.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context_and_Need\"><\/span><strong>Context and Need<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The law responds to alarming road accident figures in India, with 1.68 lakh fatalities in 2022. The legislation aims to curb rash driving, emphasizing moral responsibility toward victims.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Principle_Behind_the_Law\"><\/span><strong>Principle Behind the Law<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Section 106 (2) intends to deter negligent driving, holding offenders accountable.\u00a0<\/li><li>It aligns with existing laws like Section 134 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, promoting responsible post-accident actions.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concerns_Raised_by_Protesters\"><\/span><strong>Concerns Raised by Protesters<\/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=\"Provisions_of_Section_106_2\"><\/span><strong>Provisions of Section 106 (2)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Transporters demand the withdrawal or modification of Section 106 (2), citing excessive penalties of up to 10 years imprisonment and a Rs. 7 lakh fine.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenging_Conditions\"><\/span><strong>Challenging Conditions<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Protesters argue penalties don&#8217;t account for challenging work conditions, such as long hours and difficult roads, and fear of violence against drivers.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perceived_Unfair_Blame\"><\/span><strong>Perceived Unfair Blame<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drivers claim unfair blame for accidents and fear the law&#8217;s punitive approach could negatively impact the transport industry.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_Misuse_by_Authorities\"><\/span><strong>Possible Misuse by Authorities<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Concerns arise about potential law enforcement misuse and the overall detrimental impact on the transport sector due to harsh penalties.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unfair_Treatment_and_Limited_Categorization\"><\/span><strong>Unfair Treatment and Limited Categorization<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Protesters highlight unequal treatment, as exceptions for doctors exist under 106 (1), calling for fair penalties across sectors.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_of_Differentiation\"><\/span><strong>Lack of Differentiation<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Criticism includes the absence of differentiation between rash and negligent driving, overlooking contributory factors affecting driver responsibility.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Path_Forward\"><\/span><strong>The Path Forward<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stakeholder Consultations<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Encourage comprehensive discussions with stakeholders, especially drivers and transport associations, addressing concerns and obtaining diverse perspectives.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Emergency Response Protocol<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Establish a standardized emergency response protocol, emphasizing prompt reporting without exposing drivers to potential violence.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Differentiated Penalties<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Categorize the law based on accident outcomes and liabilities, ensuring punishments match the severity of the offense.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Reporting Procedures and Evidence<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Clarify reporting procedures and evidence requirements, allowing drivers to prove innocence or present mitigating factors.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Alternative Measures for Minor Offenses<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Differentiate minor injuries from criminal acts, imposing alternative measures like community service or driving retests.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Infrastructure Improvement<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Invest in enhanced road infrastructure, visibility measures, and safety features to mitigate accidents and reduce hit-and-run incidents.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>International Best Practices<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Study and adopt successful models from other countries with effective hit-and-run legislation, adapting them to the Indian context.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/debating-indias-new-hit-and-run-law-explained\/article67720776.ece#:~:text=Section%20161%20of%20the%20Motor,not%20recoverable%20from%20the%20drivers.\" 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=\"Bilkis_Bano_Case_Remission_Implications\"><\/span><strong>Bilkis Bano Case: Remission Implications<\/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 Parliament, Executive, Indian Constitution\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>Supreme Court Rejects Gujarat Government&#8217;s Remission for 2002 Riots Gangrape Convicts in Bilkis Bano Case.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bilkis_Bano_Case_Background\"><\/span><strong>Bilkis Bano Case Background<\/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=\"2002_Gujarat_Riots_and_Tragedy\"><\/span><strong>2002 Gujarat Riots and Tragedy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>During the 2002 Gujarat riots, Bilkis Bano, pregnant at the time, endured a brutal gangrape, while a mob killed seven of her family members, including her three-year-old daughter.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Proceedings_and_Trial_Shift\"><\/span><strong>Legal Proceedings and Trial Shift<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Following extensive legal proceedings, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) took over the case.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 2004, the Supreme Court moved the trial to Mumbai due to threats against Bilkis, directing the central government to appoint a special public prosecutor.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Justice_in_2008\"><\/span><strong>Justice in 2008<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2008, a Mumbai court convicted 11 individuals for the gangrape and murder, marking a significant step towards justice for Bilkis Bano.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remission_Controversy_in_2022\"><\/span><strong>Remission Controversy in 2022<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In August 2022, the Gujarat government granted remission to the 11 convicts, leading to their release. This decision sparked controversy and legal challenges.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supreme_Courts_Nullification\"><\/span><strong>Supreme Court\u2019s Nullification<\/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=\"Lack_of_Authority_and_Concealed_Facts\"><\/span><strong>Lack of Authority and Concealed Facts<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Court ruled that the Gujarat government lacked the authority or jurisdiction to issue remission orders, emphasizing Section 432 of the CrPC.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It noted the decision should be within the state where the convicts were sentenced.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criticism_of_Remission_Process\"><\/span><strong>Criticism of Remission Process<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Serious flaws in the remission process were highlighted, stating that orders lacked proper consideration and were obtained through concealing facts, constituting fraud upon the court.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overreach_and_Unlawful_Exercise_of_Power\"><\/span><strong>Overreach and Unlawful Exercise of Power<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Court criticized the Gujarat government&#8217;s overreach, asserting it unlawfully exercised power belonging to the Maharashtra government.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The convicts&#8217; plea to protect their liberty was rejected, and they were directed to surrender within two weeks.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Remission\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Remission<\/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_Distinction\"><\/span><strong>Definition and Distinction<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remission is the complete ending of a sentence at a reduced point, distinct from furlough and parole.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constitutional_Provisions\"><\/span><strong>Constitutional Provisions<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Article 72 (President) and Article 161 (Governor) provide sovereign powers of pardon, reprieve, respites, or remissions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statutory_Power_of_Remission\"><\/span><strong>Statutory Power of Remission<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Under Section 432 of the CrPC, the &#8216;appropriate government&#8217; may suspend or remit a sentence, in whole or in part, with or without conditions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Landmark_Cases_of_Remission\"><\/span><strong>Landmark Cases of Remission<\/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=\"Laxman_Naskar_v_State_of_West_Bengal_2000\"><\/span><strong>Laxman Naskar v. State of West Bengal (2000)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Factors governing remission include the individual nature of the crime, chance of recurrence, loss of potentiality, and socio-economic conditions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Epuru_Sudhakar_v_State_of_AP_2006\"><\/span><strong>Epuru Sudhakar v. State of AP (2006)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Judicial review of remission orders is available on grounds like non-application of mind, mala fide intentions, consideration of irrelevant factors, and arbitrariness.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-law\/bilkis-bano-case-supreme-court-verdict-gujarat-government-convicts-remission-9100819\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Antimicrobial_Resistance\"><\/span><strong>Antimicrobial Resistance<\/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>Over half of the surveyed hospital patients, nearly 10,000 in total, received antibiotics for preventing infections rather than treating them, raising concerns about antibiotic resistance.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-14.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21691 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-14.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-14-585x344.jpeg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/470;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Survey_Findings\"><\/span><strong>Key Survey Findings<\/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=\"Preventative_Use_of_Antibiotics\"><\/span><strong>Preventative Use of Antibiotics<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>55% of surveyed patients received antibiotics for preventive reasons.&nbsp;<\/li><li>45% were prescribed antibiotics for therapeutic purposes.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Antibiotic_Prescription_Patterns\"><\/span><strong>Antibiotic Prescription Patterns<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Only 6% of patients received antibiotics after a confirmed diagnosis (definitive therapy).&nbsp;<\/li><li>94% were on empirical therapy, based on clinical assessment.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_of_Specific_Diagnosis\"><\/span><strong>Lack of Specific Diagnosis<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>94% received antibiotics before a definitive diagnosis, indicating widespread use without precise knowledge.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_Among_Hospitals\"><\/span><strong>Variation Among Hospitals<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Antibiotic prescription rates varied widely among hospitals (37% to 100%).&nbsp;<\/li><li>86.5% of prescribed antibiotics were administered parenterally.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drivers_of_AMR\"><\/span><strong>Drivers of AMR<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Excessive and inappropriate antibiotic use identified as a major driver of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Antimicrobial_Resistance_AMR\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)<\/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_Impact\"><\/span><strong>Definition and Impact<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>AMR is acquired resistance by microorganisms against antimicrobial drugs.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Renders standard treatments ineffective, leading to prolonged illnesses and increased mortality rates.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_for_AMR_Spread\"><\/span><strong>Reasons for AMR Spread<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>High Prevalence of Communicable Diseases<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>High burden of communicable diseases requiring antimicrobial treatment.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Overburdened Public Health System<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Limited laboratory capacity for diagnosis in an overburdened public health system.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Poor Infection Control Practices<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Hygiene lapses in hospitals facilitate the spread of resistant bacteria.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Injudicious Use<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Overprescribing, incomplete courses, and unnecessary broad-spectrum antibiotics create selective pressure for resistance.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Easy Access<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Unregulated over-the-counter availability and affordability fuel self-medication and inappropriate use.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Lack of Awareness<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Low public understanding of AMR and proper antibiotic use encourages misuse.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Limited Surveillance<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Inadequate monitoring systems make tracking and understanding the scope of AMR challenging.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_of_AMR_Spread\"><\/span><strong>Implications of AMR Spread<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Healthcare Impact<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Renders previously effective antibiotics ineffective, complicating treatment and increasing mortality rates.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Increased Healthcare Costs<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>More expensive and prolonged therapies lead to higher healthcare costs.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Challenges in Medical Procedures<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Makes medical procedures riskier due to increased infection risk.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Limitations in Treatment Options<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Diminishing effective antibiotics may lead to untreatable infections, resembling a pre-antibiotic era.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measures_Taken_to_Address_AMR\"><\/span><strong>Measures Taken to Address AMR<\/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=\"Indian_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Indian Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>National Programme on AMR Containment<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Launched in 2012, focusing on a One Health approach.\u00a0<\/li><li>Strengthened AMR Surveillance Network with labs in State Medical Colleges.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>National Action Plan on AMR<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Launched in April 2017, emphasizing stakeholder involvement.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>AMR<\/strong> <strong>Surveillance and Research Network (AMRSN)<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Launched in 2013 to capture trends and patterns of drug-resistant infections.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Antibiotic Stewardship Program<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Initiated by ICMR for controlling antibiotic misuse in hospitals.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Measures\"><\/span><strong>Global Measures<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW)<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Held annually since 2015 to raise global awareness of AMR.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Global<\/strong> <strong>Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System (GLASS<\/strong>)\u00a0<ul><li>Launched by WHO in 2015 to inform strategies at all levels.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Global Point Prevalence Survey Methodology<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Introduced by WHO to understand prescribing patterns in hospitals.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Public Education Campaigns<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Inform the public about AMR dangers and prevention through mass media and community outreach.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Antibiotic Stewardship Programs<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Implement programs in hospitals to optimize antibiotic use.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Regulation of Antibiotic Sales<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Enforce stricter regulations on over-the-counter antibiotic sales.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Expand AMR Surveillance<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Establish a nationwide surveillance system to track resistant bacteria.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Develop New Technologies<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Explore new technologies, such as phage therapy, to address AMR challenges.\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 (2019)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. Which of the following are the reasons for the occurrence of multi-drug resistance in microbial pathogens in India?\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<br>Genetic predisposition of some people.\u00a0<br>Making incorrect doses of antibiotics to cure diseases.\u00a0<br>Using antibiotics in livestock farming.\u00a0<br>Multiple chronic diseases in some people.\u00a0<br><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below.<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 and 2\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f2 and 3 only\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202f1, 3 and 4\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202f2, 3 and 4\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Mains (2014)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q.<\/strong>\u202fCan overuse and free availability of antibiotics without Doctor\u2019s prescription, be contributors to the emergence of drug-resistant diseases in India? What are the available mechanisms for monitoring and control? Critically discuss the various issues involved.\u202f\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/health\/55-of-patients-were-prescribed-antibiotics-for-preventive-indications-45-for-therapeutic-indications-ncdc-survey\/article67701666.ece#:~:text=Over%20half%20of%20the%20almost,rise%20in%20resistance%20to%20antibiotics.\" 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=\"Debt_Sustainability_and_Exchange_Rate_Management\"><\/span><strong>Debt Sustainability and Exchange Rate Management<\/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\u00a0\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>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued its yearly Article IV consultation report on India, focusing on key issues such as the country&#8217;s debt sustainability and management of exchange rates.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IMFs_Economic_Outlook_for_India\"><\/span><strong>IMF&#8217;s Economic Outlook 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=\"Debt_Sustainability_Concerns\"><\/span><strong>Debt Sustainability Concerns<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>IMF expresses worry about India&#8217;s long-term debt sustainability.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Projections indicate general government debt could reach 100% of GDP by 2028.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_in_Debt_Management\"><\/span><strong>Challenges in Debt Management<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Prudent debt management practices emphasized by the IMF.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Urgent need for financing to achieve climate goals and enhance resilience against disasters.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Debunking_IMFs_Projections\"><\/span><strong>Debunking IMF&#8217;s Projections<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Indian Finance Ministry disputes IMF&#8217;s debt projections.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Considers them a worst-case scenario, not an imminent reality.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exchange_Rate_Dynamics\"><\/span><strong>Exchange Rate Dynamics<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India&#8217;s exchange rate regime reclassified to &#8220;stabilized arrangement.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Reflects controlled fluctuations in the rupee&#8217;s value due to RBI interventions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stagnant_Credit_Ratings\"><\/span><strong>Stagnant Credit Ratings<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Despite fast economic growth, India&#8217;s credit ratings remain unchanged.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Agencies cite concerns about fiscal performance, burdensome debt, and low per capita income.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Current_Debt_Scenario\"><\/span><strong>India&#8217;s Current Debt Scenario<\/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=\"Government_Debt_Levels\"><\/span><strong>Government Debt Levels<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Central government debt at \u20b9155.6 trillion, around 57.1% of GDP by March 2023.&nbsp;<\/li><li>State governments hold approximately 28% of GDP in debt.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Public_Debt-to-GDP_Ratio\"><\/span><strong>Public Debt-to-GDP Ratio<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Finance Ministry reports India&#8217;s public debt-to-GDP ratio at 81% in 2022-23.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Exceeds FRBM Act targets of 40% for the Centre, 20% for States, and 60% combined.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Driving_Rising_Debt\"><\/span><strong>Factors Driving Rising Debt<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>High fiscal deficit driven by expenditure commitments and slow revenue growth.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Global geopolitical events, informal economy challenges, guarantees, contingencies, and exchange rate fluctuations contribute.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legislation_for_Debt_Management\"><\/span><strong>Legislation for Debt Management<\/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=\"Fiscal_Responsibility_and_Budget_Management_Act_FRBM_Act\"><\/span><strong>Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBM Act)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Enacted in 2003 to bring financial discipline.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Specifies debt-GDP targets for Centre, States, and their combined accounts.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Pandemic disruptions contribute to challenges in meeting FRBM Act targets.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measures_for_Sustainable_Debt_Management\"><\/span><strong>Measures for Sustainable Debt Management<\/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=\"Short-Term_Strategies\"><\/span><strong>Short-Term Strategies<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Fiscal Consolidation<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Streamlining subsidies, reforming public sector enterprises, and strict adherence to FRBM Act.\u00a0<\/li><li>Improving tax efficiency through strengthened tax administration and tackling evasion.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long-Term_Growth-Oriented_Approaches\"><\/span><strong>Long-Term Growth-Oriented Approaches<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Investing in Human Capital<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Skill development and education programs to enhance productivity and competitiveness.\u00a0<\/li><li>Higher economic growth and improved tax collection.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Export Promotion<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Diversifying export markets, incentivizing high-value exports, and addressing competitiveness challenges.\u00a0<\/li><li>Boosting foreign exchange earnings to reduce reliance on external debt.\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 (2018)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. Consider the following statements:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<br>The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Review Committee Report has recommended a debt to GDP ratio of 60% for the general (combined) government by 2023, comprising 40% for the Central Government and 20% for the State Governments.\u00a0<br>The Central Government has domestic liabilities of 21% of GDP as compared to that of 49% of GDP of the State Governments.\u00a0<br>As per the Constitution of India, it is mandatory for a State to take the Central Government\u2019s consent for raising any loan if the former owes any outstanding liabilities to the latter.\u00a0<br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 only\u202f\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f2 and 3 only\u202f\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202f1 and 3 only\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202f1, 2 and 3\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: C<\/strong>\u00a0<br>Mains (2019)\u00a0<br><strong>Q.<\/strong>\u202fPublic expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget-making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it.\u202f\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/the-dispute-on-indias-debt-burden\/article67701846.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INS_Kabra\"><\/span><strong>INS Kabra<\/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 Defence and Security\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 Indian warship, INS Kabra, an indigenous fast attack craft, has arrived at the Colombo port, signaling a step toward strengthening bilateral ties between India and Sri Lanka.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-15.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21692 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-15.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-15-585x439.jpeg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/525;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Name_and_Origin\"><\/span><strong>Name and Origin<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>INS Kabra is a naval vessel named after an island in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It belongs to the Car Nicobar class, crafted by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) for the Indian Navy.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Series_and_Design\"><\/span><strong>Series and Design<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is the eighth vessel among the 10 Fast Attack Crafts in the Car Nicobar class.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Designed as a cost-effective platform for patrol, anti-piracy, and rescue operations within India&#8217;s Exclusive Economic Zone.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Naming_Convention\"><\/span><strong>Naming Convention<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The class and its vessels are named after Indian islands.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They represent the first water jet-propelled vessels in the Indian Navy.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Performance_Characteristics\"><\/span><strong>Performance Characteristics<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>With a top speed exceeding 35 knots, INS Kabra offers excellent manoeuvrability through water-jet propulsion.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Ideal for high-speed interdiction of fast-moving targets.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compliance_and_Regulations\"><\/span><strong>Compliance and Regulations<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Adheres to the latest regulations of the International Maritime Organisation for sea compliance and pollution control.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.business-standard.com\/india-news\/ins-kabra-docks-in-colombo-move-aimed-at-boosting-maritime-cooperation-124011000034_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=\"Drishti_10_%E2%80%98Starliner\"><\/span><strong>Drishti 10 &#8216;Starliner&#8217;<\/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 Defence and Security\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>The Chief of Naval Staff has officially launched the inaugural indigenous Drishti 10 &#8216;Starliner&#8217; Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) for the Navy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"675\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-16-1024x675.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21693 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/675;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Name_and_Origin-2\"><\/span><strong>Name and Origin<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drishti 10 &#8216;Starliner&#8217; is an indigenous Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) developed by Adani Defence and Aerospace.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Capabilities\"><\/span><strong>Capabilities<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>An advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platform with a 36-hour endurance and a 450 kg payload capacity.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather_and_Airspace_Clearance\"><\/span><strong>Weather and Airspace Clearance<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>An all-weather military platform with clearance to operate in both segregated and unsegregated airspace.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Significance\"><\/span><strong>Strategic Significance<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Designed to enhance India\u2019s naval capabilities with high endurance, combat-proven features, and advanced capabilities.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autonomous_Operation\"><\/span><strong>Autonomous Operation<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The UAV&#8217;s autonomous nature, combined with its mission effectiveness and flexible payload configuration options, makes it invaluable for strategic operations.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintenance_Efficiency\"><\/span><strong>Maintenance Efficiency<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Notable for minimal maintenance requirements, ensuring cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.\u00a0<\/li><li>Enhances operational readiness, minimizes downtime, and maximizes deployment opportunities.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communication_Systems\"><\/span><strong>Communication Systems<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Equipped with advanced communication systems, including satellite communication and Line-of-Sight (LOS) data links, ensuring reliable and secure data transmission.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtv.com\/india-news\/navy-to-get-first-india-made-starliner-drone-today-4833642\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>NDTV<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prasadam\"><\/span><strong>Prasadam<\/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 GS-3 Health\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>The Union Minister for Health &amp; Family Welfare has inaugurated &#8216;Prasadam,&#8217; the nation&#8217;s inaugural healthy and hygienic food street, located at Neelkanth Van, Mahakal Lok, in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Prasadam\"><\/span><strong>About Prasadam<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Prasadam is India&#8217;s first &#8220;Healthy and Hygienic Food Street&#8221; located at Neelkanth Van, Mahakal Lok, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Food Street aims to connect people across the country with pure and safe local and traditional food.\u00a0<\/li><li>Spanning 939 square meters and featuring 19 shops, Prasadam caters to the 1-1.5 lakh devotees who visit the Mahakaleshwar Temple daily.\u00a0<\/li><li>The facility offers various amenities, including a kids&#8217; play area, drinking water facility, CCTV surveillance, parking, public conveniences, and seating spaces.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mahakaleshwar_Temple\"><\/span><strong>Mahakaleshwar Temple<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mahakaleshwar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated in the ancient city of Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The temple, located beside the Rudra Sagar Lake, is one of the twelve Jyotirlingams of Lord Shiva.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Mahakaleshwar idol faces south, unlike other Jyotirlingas, and the temple complex showcases a blend of Chalukya, Maratha, and Bhumija architectural styles.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The temple attracts a large number of devotees during the Maha Shivaratri festival, featuring lingam sculptures of Mahakaleshwar and images of Ganesh, Parvati, and Karttikeya.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/health.economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/industry\/indias-first-healthy-hygienic-food-street-prasadam-inaugurated-in-ujjain\/106630212\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>HW<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pravasi_Bharatiya_Diwas_PBD\"><\/span><strong>Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD)<\/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 GS-2\u00a0\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 Prime Minister of India recently conveyed his greetings on the occasion of Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"262\" height=\"192\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-17.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21694 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 262px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 262\/192;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Pravasi_Bharatiya_Diwas\"><\/span><strong>About Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Name<\/strong>-Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD), also known as Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Day&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Date<\/strong>-January 9&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Purpose<\/strong>-To recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of the overseas Indian community in India&#8217;s development&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Organizer<\/strong>-Ministry of External Affairs&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Significance<\/strong>-Commemorates Mahatma Gandhi&#8217;s return from South Africa in 1915, a pivotal figure in India&#8217;s freedom struggle&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Inception<\/strong>-First celebrated in 2003&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Frequency Change<\/strong>-Originally an annual event, the format was revised in 2015 to be celebrated once every two years&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Connection and Engagement<\/strong>-Serves as a platform to connect the Indian diaspora with their roots and encourages continued engagement with India&#8217;s progress&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Showcasing Diversity<\/strong>-Held in different cities to showcase the diversity and progress of various regions of India&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Conventions Held-<\/strong>17 conventions held to date&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Latest Convention<\/strong>-The last Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was celebrated in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, in 2023.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1994382\" 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=\"Biligiri_Rangaswamy_Temple_BRT_Tiger_Reserve\"><\/span><strong>Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve<\/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\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>The Karnataka Forest Department has initiated the collection of a green tax, imposing a fee of Rs 10 for two-wheelers and Rs 20 for four-wheelers entering BR Hills via the BRT Tiger Reserve.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"336\" height=\"341\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-15.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21686 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 336px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 336\/341;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Biligiri_Rangaswamy_Temple_BRT_Tiger_Reserve\"><\/span><strong>About Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>-Situated in the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka State.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Name The<\/strong> reserve is named after the &#8216;BILIGIRI,&#8217; a white rocky cliff housing the Lord &#8216;VISHNU&#8217; temple, locally known as \u2018Rangaswamy.\u2019\u00a0<\/li><li>Bio-geographical Entity-Positioned between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats, constituting a unique bio-geographical entity in South India.\u00a0<\/li><li>Establishment-Initially declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1974, it attained Tiger Reserve status in 2011.\u00a0<\/li><li>Total Area-Encompasses a total area of 574.82 square kilometers.\u00a0<\/li><li>Vegetation-Primarily features dry deciduous forests with interspersed moist deciduous, semi-evergreen, evergreen, and shola patches at varying altitudes.\u00a0<\/li><li>Flora-Major plant species include Anogeissus latifolia, Dalbergia paniculata, Grewia teliaefolia, Terminalia alata, Terminalia bellirica, Terminalia paniculata, etc.\u00a0<\/li><li>Fauna-rich biodiversity comprising animals like tiger, elephant, leopard, wild dog, bison, sambar, spotted deer, barking deer, four-horned antelope, sloth bear, wild boar, common langur, bonnet macaque, along with various reptiles and bird species.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/mysuru\/br-hills-green-tax-karnataka-forest-department-collects-token-tax-from-vehicles\/articleshow\/106587842.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TOI<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eucalyptus_Snout_Beetle\"><\/span><strong>Eucalyptus Snout Beetle<\/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-10\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Researchers have discovered a natural solution to safeguard eucalyptus forest plantations from the eucalyptus snout beetle, a pest notorious for causing significant harm to eucalyptus trees.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"183\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-18.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21695 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-18.jpeg 275w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-18-263x175.jpeg 263w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 275px; 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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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