{"id":35559,"date":"2024-03-27T07:30:53","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T07:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=35559"},"modified":"2024-03-27T07:30:55","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T07:30:55","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 26th March 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-current-affairs?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Current+Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/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.\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-69d51fc09072c\" 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\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d51fc09072c\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#V_Senthil_Balaji_Case\" title=\"V. Senthil Balaji Case\">V. Senthil Balaji Case<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#S_Ramachandran_v_V_Senthil_Balaji_Case_Overview\" title=\"S. Ramachandran v. V. Senthil Balaji: Case Overview\">S. Ramachandran v. V. Senthil Balaji: Case Overview<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Background_of_the_Case\" title=\"Background of the Case\">Background of the Case<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Madras_High_Court_Proceedings\" title=\"Madras High Court Proceedings\">Madras High Court Proceedings<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Key_Points_from_Madras_High_Court_Verdict\" title=\"Key Points from Madras High Court Verdict\">Key Points from Madras High Court Verdict<\/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-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#India-Bhutan_Relationship\" title=\"India-Bhutan Relationship\">India-Bhutan Relationship<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#India_%E2%80%93_Bhutan_Bilateral_Relationship\" title=\"India \u2013 Bhutan Bilateral Relationship\">India \u2013 Bhutan Bilateral Relationship<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Establishment_of_Diplomatic_Relations\" title=\"Establishment of Diplomatic Relations\">Establishment of Diplomatic Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Trade_and_Economic_Ties\" title=\"Trade and Economic Ties\">Trade and Economic Ties<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Cultural_and_Buddhist_Links\" title=\"Cultural and Buddhist Links\">Cultural and Buddhist Links<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Hydropower_Cooperation\" title=\"Hydropower Cooperation\">Hydropower Cooperation<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#New_Areas_of_Cooperation\" title=\"New Areas of Cooperation\">New Areas of Cooperation<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Indian_Workforce_in_Bhutan\" title=\"Indian Workforce in Bhutan\">Indian Workforce in Bhutan<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Educational_Cultural_Cooperation_and_People-to-People_Exchanges\" title=\"Educational, Cultural Cooperation, and People-to-People Exchanges\">Educational, Cultural Cooperation, and People-to-People Exchanges<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#PM_Modis_State_Visit_to_Bhutan\" title=\"PM Modi&#8217;s State Visit to Bhutan\">PM Modi&#8217;s State Visit to Bhutan<\/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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Global_Methane_Tracker_2024\" title=\"Global Methane Tracker 2024\">Global Methane Tracker 2024<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Global_Methane_Tracker_2024_Highlights\" title=\"Global Methane Tracker 2024 Highlights\">Global Methane Tracker 2024 Highlights<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Overview_of_Methane_Emissions\" title=\"Overview of Methane Emissions\">Overview of Methane Emissions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Top_Emitting_Countries\" title=\"Top Emitting Countries\">Top Emitting Countries<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Importance_of_Methane_Emissions_Reduction\" title=\"Importance of Methane Emissions Reduction\">Importance of Methane Emissions Reduction<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Understanding_Methane\" title=\"Understanding Methane\">Understanding Methane<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Major_Sources_of_Methane_Emission\" title=\"Major Sources of Methane Emission\">Major Sources of Methane Emission<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Initiatives_to_Tackle_Methane_Emissions\" title=\"Initiatives to Tackle Methane Emissions\">Initiatives to Tackle Methane Emissions<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Global_Methane_Pledge\" title=\"Global Methane Pledge\">Global Methane Pledge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward\">Way Forward<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Bond_Yield\" title=\"Bond Yield\">Bond Yield<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Understanding_Bonds\" title=\"Understanding Bonds\">Understanding Bonds<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Definition_and_Types\" title=\"Definition and Types\">Definition and Types<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Bond_Yields\" title=\"Bond Yields\">Bond Yields<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#RBIs_Management_of_Bond_Yields\" title=\"RBI&#8217;s Management of Bond Yields\">RBI&#8217;s Management of Bond Yields<\/a><\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Factors_Influencing_the_Yield_Curve\" title=\"Factors Influencing the Yield Curve\">Factors Influencing the Yield Curve<\/a><\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Impact_of_Bond_Yield_Hardening\" title=\"Impact of Bond Yield Hardening\">Impact of Bond Yield Hardening<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Captive_Elephant_Transfer_or_Transport_Rules_2024\" title=\"Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024\">Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Transfer_of_Captive_Elephants_Rules_and_Procedures\" title=\"Transfer of Captive Elephants: Rules and Procedures\">Transfer of Captive Elephants: Rules and Procedures<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Paytm_Gets_Third-party_Licence_from_NPCI\" title=\"Paytm Gets Third-party Licence from NPCI\">Paytm Gets Third-party Licence from NPCI<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Roles_and_Entities_in_Indias_Payment_System_Ecosystem\" title=\"Roles and Entities in India&#8217;s Payment System Ecosystem\">Roles and Entities in India&#8217;s Payment System Ecosystem<\/a><\/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-26th-march-2024\/#World_Young_Rheumatic_Disease_Day\" title=\"World Young Rheumatic Disease Day\">World Young Rheumatic Disease Day<\/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-26th-march-2024\/#Understanding_Juvenile_Idiopathic_Arthritis_JIA_and_its_Impact\" title=\"Understanding Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and its Impact\">Understanding Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and its Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Preventive_Detention_in_India\" title=\"Preventive Detention in India\">Preventive Detention in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Understanding_Preventive_Detention_in_India\" title=\"Understanding Preventive Detention in India\">Understanding Preventive Detention in India<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Electoral_Trusts\" title=\"Electoral Trusts\">Electoral Trusts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Overview_of_Electoral_Trusts\" title=\"Overview of Electoral Trusts\">Overview of Electoral Trusts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Right_Whales\" title=\"Right Whales\">Right Whales<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-2024\/#Overview_of_Right_Whales\" title=\"Overview of Right Whales\">Overview of Right Whales<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-26th-march-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=\"V_Senthil_Balaji_Case\"><\/span><strong>V. Senthil Balaji Case<\/strong><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 Indian Polity<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> AAP leaders affirm Mr. Kejriwal&#8217;s tenure as Delhi&#8217;s Chief Minister despite his custody until March 28, while queries arise over his eligibility for public office, citing prior court rulings on constitutional norms.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/zysxhxERmQdgy55p317Yai-w2S6Tg6aYgY-d7hxDPAv0mT5xzJCat97cehWhNf0q8md1vxJPxwIeXS2hRzhbzjrQnVudT1BkpKl5COCr_B1slPL_GEev2oOLFLQyK67JNj8pIpb21ynRuPyob_SsbQ\" alt=\"V. Senthil Balaji Case\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>V. Senthil Balaji Case<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"S_Ramachandran_v_V_Senthil_Balaji_Case_Overview\"><\/span><strong>S. Ramachandran v. V. Senthil Balaji: Case Overview<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Background_of_the_Case\"><\/span><strong>Background of the Case<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>V. Senthil Balaji, a former Tamil Nadu Electricity Minister, faced arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on money-laundering charges in the previous year.<\/li><li>Despite being in judicial custody, Balaji continued to hold the position of State Minister without portfolio.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Madras_High_Court_Proceedings\"><\/span><strong>Madras High Court Proceedings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Madras High Court deliberated on whether a Minister accused of a &#8220;financial scandal&#8221; should forfeit the right to hold public office demanding a high degree of morality.<\/li><li>Arguments focused on whether being in judicial custody rendered him unfit to serve as a Minister and if he had incapacitated himself from fulfilling his duties as a public servant.<\/li><li>Reference was made to a 2014 Supreme Court Constitution Bench judgment in Manoj Narula v. Union of India, emphasizing constitutional morality, good governance, and upholding the moral standards associated with public office.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Points_from_Madras_High_Court_Verdict\"><\/span><strong>Key Points from Madras High Court Verdict<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The judgment underscored the practical challenges of being a Minister while in custody, highlighting the inability to access department files without violating the oath of office.<\/li><li>The court questioned the appropriateness of receiving a salary from the State treasury while occupying a public office without fulfilling associated duties.<\/li><li>While Balaji didn&#8217;t face disqualification as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) under the Representation of People Act 1951, concerns centered more on public or constitutional morality.<\/li><li>The court emphasized the public&#8217;s legitimate expectation for individuals in power to uphold high moral standards and described the Chief Minister&#8217;s role as being &#8220;the repository of the people&#8217;s faith.&#8221;<\/li><li>Political pressures were deemed insufficient to override considerations of public morality, the imperative of good governance, and adherence to constitutional norms.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/can-kejriwal-can-continue-to-be-cm-while-in-custody-lessons-from-the-senthil-balaji-case\/article67981688.ece\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India-Bhutan_Relationship\"><\/span><strong>India-Bhutan Relationship<\/strong><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<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> On March 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in Paro, Bhutan for a 24-hour State visit.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/M5mBlP6Gcr1pMMOUV-IOR-9L1FlXTk2Xj8b737h9mtkRRUwukDwIafjlHO-RAXPwp1vLLui9O658KMbypNmBwiyWVtvf8-S4fm7zfJCEk50ffVRe_6GINyW4iH3k73rlnmH5Q1NakRk9PXdWYgXigQ\" alt=\"India-Bhutan Relationship\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>India-Bhutan Relationship<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_%E2%80%93_Bhutan_Bilateral_Relationship\"><\/span><strong>India \u2013 Bhutan Bilateral Relationship<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establishment_of_Diplomatic_Relations\"><\/span><strong>Establishment of Diplomatic Relations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India and Bhutan enjoy strong bilateral relations founded on mutual trust, goodwill, and understanding, with formal diplomatic ties established in 1968.<\/li><li>The Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation, initially signed in 1949 and renewed in 2007, forms the basic framework of their relations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trade_and_Economic_Ties\"><\/span><strong>Trade and Economic Ties<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The India-Bhutan Agreement on Trade, Commerce, and Transit was first signed in 1972, facilitating a free trade regime between the two nations.<\/li><li>India stands as Bhutan&#8217;s primary trade partner, with merchandise trade almost tripling since 2014, accounting for about 80% of Bhutan&#8217;s overall trade.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_and_Buddhist_Links\"><\/span><strong>Cultural and Buddhist Links<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cultural and religious ties are strengthened by the pilgrimage of Bhutanese to various Buddhist sites in India.<\/li><li>In celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the Government of India sponsored a visit by Bhutanese Buddhist monks to significant Indian Buddhist sites.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydropower_Cooperation\"><\/span><strong>Hydropower Cooperation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hydro-power cooperation serves as a vital component of economic collaboration, contributing significantly to Bhutan&#8217;s socio-economic development.<\/li><li>Operational hydro-electric projects, along with ongoing cooperation under bilateral agreements, demonstrate the mutual benefits derived from this collaboration.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Areas_of_Cooperation\"><\/span><strong>New Areas of Cooperation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Collaboration extends into new domains such as digital initiatives like RuPay and BHIM app, as well as space cooperation, exemplified by the launch of the India-Bhutan SAT.<\/li><li>Recent developments include the inauguration of a Ground Earth Station during the visit of the Chairman of ISRO in March 2023.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Workforce_in_Bhutan\"><\/span><strong>Indian Workforce in Bhutan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Approximately 50,000 Indian citizens contribute to Bhutan&#8217;s workforce, particularly in sectors like construction, education, and technical consultancy.<\/li><li>The presence of Indian daily-wage workers further underscores the close economic ties between the two nations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Cultural_Cooperation_and_People-to-People_Exchanges\"><\/span><strong>Educational, Cultural Cooperation, and People-to-People Exchanges<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Educational and cultural cooperation thrives, with India annually offering over 950 scholarships to Bhutanese students across various disciplines.<\/li><li>Initiatives like the Nehru Wangchuck Scholarship Scheme and ICCR Scholarships further facilitate educational exchanges between the two countries.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Modis_State_Visit_to_Bhutan\"><\/span><strong>PM Modi&#8217;s State Visit to Bhutan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a 24-hour State visit to Bhutan on March 22, 2024, marking his first visit since being awarded Bhutan&#8217;s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo in 2021.<\/li><li>The visit underscores Modi&#8217;s commitment to strengthening India-Bhutan ties, with the award presentation scheduled during the visit.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/pm-modi-leaves-for-bhutan-to-receive-award-from-king-discuss-bilateral-issues\/article67979036.ece#:~:text=This%20is%20PM%20Modi's%20first,Covid%2D19%20vaccines%20in%202021\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Methane_Tracker_2024\"><\/span><strong>Global Methane Tracker 2024<\/strong><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<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> According to the International Energy Agency\u2019s Global Methane Tracker 2024, methane emissions from fuel usage in 2023 were close to reaching their peak level historically, showing a marginal rise compared to 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/iwxm6peTLEoHx246RF5Hp7-WVSqRhoePwZkjFoLr1IFGEgifrvenyHJj-hfdvWhR-thltu4UtllEnLmYg_VsxcCCebaiPrVeGkRda360bL2XTtjuM8SUEV2Epk_h-rThxmIJJNLH9N21icPT81Sing\" alt=\"Global Methane Tracker 2024\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Global Methane Tracker 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Methane_Tracker_2024_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>Global Methane Tracker 2024 Highlights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_Methane_Emissions\"><\/span><strong>Overview of Methane Emissions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2023, methane emissions from fossil fuels totalled nearly 120 million tonnes (Mt), with an additional 10 Mt contributed by bioenergy, remaining constant since 2019.<\/li><li>Major methane emissions events surged by over 50% in 2023 compared to 2022, including more than 5 million metric tons from significant fossil fuel leaks, notably a well blowout in Kazakhstan lasting over 200 days.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Emitting_Countries\"><\/span><strong>Top Emitting Countries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nearly 70% of methane emissions from fossil fuels are attributed to the top 10 emitting countries, with the United States leading in oil and gas emissions, followed closely by Russia, and China leading in coal sector emissions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Methane_Emissions_Reduction\"><\/span><strong>Importance of Methane Emissions Reduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cutting methane emissions from fossil fuels by 75% by 2030 is crucial for limiting global warming to 1.5 \u00b0C, requiring an estimated USD 170 billion in spending, less than 5% of the industry&#8217;s 2023 income.<\/li><li>Approximately 40% of fossil fuel emissions in 2023 could have been avoided at no net cost.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Methane\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Methane<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Methane is the simplest hydrocarbon composed of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms (CH4), serving as the primary component of natural gas.<\/li><li>It ranks as the second most important greenhouse gas (GHG) after carbon dioxide (CO2), with a 20-year global warming potential (GWP) of 84, contributing significantly to global warming.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Sources_of_Methane_Emission\"><\/span><strong>Major Sources of Methane Emission<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Natural sources, agricultural activities, combustion, and industrial processes are significant contributors to methane emissions, including wetlands, paddy fields, livestock, fossil fuel burning, biomass burning, and industrial activities like landfills and wastewater treatment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Initiatives_to_Tackle_Methane_Emissions\"><\/span><strong>Initiatives to Tackle Methane Emissions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Initiatives such as Harit Dhara (HD), BS VI Emission Norms, National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) in India, and global efforts like Methane Alert and Response System (MARS), Global Methane Pledge, Global Methane Initiative (GMI), and MethaneSAT aim to mitigate methane emissions globally.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Methane_Pledge\"><\/span><strong>Global Methane Pledge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Launched at UNFCCC COP26, the Global Methane Pledge aims for a 30% reduction in global methane emissions from 2020 levels by 2030, led by the US and the EU, with 111 participating countries.<\/li><li>India has chosen not to sign the Pledge citing concerns over the focus shift from CO2 to methane, impact on agricultural livelihoods, and trade implications due to its significant role in rice production.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Encouraging sustainable agricultural practices, implementing methane capture technologies, promoting rice cultivation techniques like System of Rice Intensification (SRI) and Direct Seeded Rice (DSR), and fostering biogas production from organic waste are key strategies to mitigate methane emissions.<\/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><br><br><strong>Prelims (2019)<\/strong><br><strong>Q. \u00a0Which of the following statements is\/are correct about the deposits of \u2018methane hydrate\u2019?\u00a0<\/strong><br>1. Global warming might trigger the release of methane gas from these deposits.<br>2. Large deposits of \u2018methane hydrate\u2019 are found in Arctic Tundra and under the sea floor.<br>3. Methane in the atmosphere oxidises to carbon dioxide after a decade or two.<br><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below.<\/strong><br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u00a01 and 2 only\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u00a02 and 3 only<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u00a01 and 3 only<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u00a01, 2 and 3<br><strong>Ans: (d)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Mains (2018)Q.<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cAccess to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy is the sine qua non to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\u201d. Comment on the progress made in India in this regard.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/energy\/methane-emissions-from-fossil-fuels-remain-high-despite-progress-us-tops-list-of-emitters-iea-94991\">DTE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bond_Yield\"><\/span><strong>Bond Yield<\/strong><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 Economics<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> In a recent development, State governments have successfully raised an unprecedented amount of Rs 50,206 crore through the auction of State Development Loan (SDL) Bonds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Bonds\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Bonds<\/strong><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_Types\"><\/span><strong>Definition and Types<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bonds serve as instruments to borrow money, functioning similarly to IOUs between parties.<\/li><li>They can be issued by governments or companies to raise funds, with government bonds considered among the safest investments due to sovereign guarantees.<\/li><li>Types of government bonds include Treasury Bills (T-bills), Cash Management Bills (CMBs), Dated G-Secs, and State Development Loans (SDLs).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bond_Yields\"><\/span><strong>Bond Yields<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bond yield refers to the effective rate of return earned from a bond, fluctuating with the bond&#8217;s price.<\/li><li>Bonds consist of a face value, coupon payment, and coupon rate, with yields representing investors&#8217; rewards for holding bonds over a specific period.<\/li><li>The yield curve graphically represents interest rates on debt for various maturities and serves as an indicator of economic conditions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RBIs_Management_of_Bond_Yields\"><\/span><strong>RBI&#8217;s Management of Bond Yields<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) employs Open Market Operations (OMOs) to regulate bond yields and monetary conditions.<\/li><li>Selling G-secs absorbs liquidity and raises yields to curb inflation, while buying back G-secs injects funds to stimulate economic activity.<\/li><li>Additional monetary policy tools such as the repo rate, cash reserve ratio, and statutory liquidity ratio complement OMOs in managing bond yields.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Influencing_the_Yield_Curve\"><\/span><strong>Factors Influencing the Yield Curve<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Market demand and bond prices influence yields, with higher demand driving bond prices up and yields down.<\/li><li>Yields adjust to align with the economy&#8217;s interest rates, with bonds priced higher or lower to match prevailing rates.<\/li><li><strong>Analogy:<\/strong> Bond yield behaves like a seesaw, tilting towards either the bond&#8217;s yield or the economy&#8217;s interest rate side based on relative rates.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_of_Bond_Yield_Hardening\"><\/span><strong>Impact of Bond Yield Hardening<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Losses to banks and mutual funds occur due to mark-to-market losses as bond prices fall with rising yields.<\/li><li>Increased government borrowing costs raise interest rates on fresh borrowings, affecting the economy&#8217;s borrowing costs.<\/li><li>Corporates may need to raise bond interest rates to attract investors amid higher market yields, potentially impacting profitability and investments.<\/li><li>Rising bond yields increase the opportunity cost of investing in equities, potentially leading to decreased demand for stocks and equity market declines.<\/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><br><br><strong>Prelims (2020)<\/strong><br><strong>Q. \u00a0In the context of the Indian economy, non-financial debt includes which of the following?\u00a0<\/strong><br>1. Housing loans owed by households<br>2. Amounts outstanding on credit cards<br>3. Treasury bills<br><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/strong><br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u00a01 only<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u00a01 and 2 only<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u00a03 only<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u00a01, 2 and 3<br><strong>Ans: (d)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Prelims (2018)<\/strong><br><strong>Q.2 Consider the following statements:\u00a0<\/strong><br>1. The Reserve Bank of India manages and services Government of India Securities but not any State Government Securities.<br>2. Treasury bills are issued by the Government of India and there are no treasury bills issued by the State Governments.<br>3. Treasury bills offer are issued at a discount from the par value.<br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong><br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u00a01 and 2 only<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u00a03 only<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u00a02 and 3 only<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u00a01, 2 and 3<br><strong>Ans: (c)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Prelims (2013)Q.3 In the context of Indian economy, \u2018Open Market Operations\u2019 refers to\u00a0<\/strong><br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u00a0borrowing by scheduled banks from the RBI<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u00a0lending by commercial banks to industry and trade<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u00a0purchase and sale of government securities by the RBI<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u00a0None of the above<br><strong>Ans: (c)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/international\/majority-of-us-states-remain-frozen-as-arctic-weather-extreme-leaves-its-mark\/article67767796.ece\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Captive_Elephant_Transfer_or_Transport_Rules_2024\"><\/span><strong>Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024<\/strong><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 Conservation GS \u2013 2 Government Policies &amp; Interventions<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&amp;CC) has issued the Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024, aiming to ease the requirements for transferring elephants within or across states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transfer_of_Captive_Elephants_Rules_and_Procedures\"><\/span><strong>Transfer of Captive Elephants: Rules and Procedures<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Circumstances for Transfer:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Transfer may be considered when:<\/strong><ul><li>The owner is incapable of adequately caring for the elephant&#8217;s welfare.<\/li><li>Better care can be provided to the elephant in the new circumstances.<\/li><li>The Chief Wildlife Warden deems it necessary for the elephant&#8217;s well-being based on specific circumstances.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Procedure Within the State:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Before transferring within a state:<\/strong><ul><li>The elephant&#8217;s health must be confirmed by a veterinarian.<\/li><li>The suitability of both current and prospective habitats must be assessed by the Deputy Conservator of Forests.<\/li><li>The Chief Wildlife Warden has the authority to approve or reject the transfer based on these evaluations.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Procedure Outside the State:<\/strong><ul><li>Similar conditions apply for transferring elephants outside a state.<\/li><li>Additionally, the elephant&#8217;s genetic profile must be registered with the MoEF&amp;CC prior to transfer.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Requirements for Elephant Transfer:<\/strong><ul><li>The elephant must be accompanied by a mahout and an elephant assistant.<\/li><li>A health certificate from a veterinary practitioner confirming fitness for transport is mandatory.<\/li><li>Transport should occur after completion of any required quarantine period for contagious diseases.<\/li><li>Proper feeding and watering arrangements must be made during transport.<\/li><li>Tranquillisers or sedatives may be used as needed to control nervous or temperamental elephants, as prescribed by a veterinary practitioner.<\/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><br><br><strong>Prelims (2020)<\/strong><br><strong>Q. With reference to Indian elephants, consider the following statements:\u00a0<\/strong><br>1. The leader of an elephant group is a female.The maximum gestation period can be 22 months.<br>2. An elephant can normally go on calving till the age of 40 years only.<br>3. Among the States in India, the highest elephant population is in Kerala.<br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong><br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u00a01 and 2 only<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u00a02 and 4 only<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u00a03 only<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u00a01, 3 and 4 only<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/centre-notifies-rules-allowing-transfer-of-captive-elephants\/article67965323.ece#:~:text=The%20Centre%20has%20notified%20a,transferred%20within%20or%20between%20states.\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paytm_Gets_Third-party_Licence_from_NPCI\"><\/span><strong>Paytm Gets Third-party Licence from NPCI<\/strong><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<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> One97 Communications Ltd, the owner of Paytm, has received approval from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to operate as a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) under the multi-bank model for Unified Payments Interface (UPI).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roles_and_Entities_in_Indias_Payment_System_Ecosystem\"><\/span><strong>Roles and Entities in India&#8217;s Payment System Ecosystem<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Payment System Provider (PSP) Banks for Paytm:<\/strong><ul><li>Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, and YES Bank have been appointed as PSP banks to facilitate transactions for Paytm.<\/li><li>Paytm previously operated under its own payments bank license but faced regulatory restrictions from the RBI due to non-compliance.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Third-Party App Providers (TPAPs) in UPI Payments:<\/strong><ul><li>TPAPs are entities that facilitate UPI payments by connecting customers and merchants through applications or platforms.<\/li><li>They act as intermediaries, ensuring smooth transactions within the UPI ecosystem and handling a significant volume of transactions daily.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI):<\/strong><ul><li>NPCI operates as a not-for-profit entity established through collaboration between the RBI and the Indian Banks&#8217; Association (IBA) under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.<\/li><li>It aims to enhance India&#8217;s payment and settlement infrastructure by providing physical and electronic payment solutions to the banking sector.<\/li><li>NPCI leverages technology to improve operational efficiency and expand accessibility to payment systems across the country.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/technology\/paytm-gets-third-party-app-licence-from-npci-what-this-means-for-paytm-users-and-merchants\/articleshow\/108502719.cms\"><strong>TOI<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"World_Young_Rheumatic_Disease_Day\"><\/span><strong>World Young Rheumatic Disease Day<\/strong><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.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> WORD Day, observed on 18th March, highlights the significance of early detection and raising awareness about rheumatic diseases among young individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/25crL7lsLdhniKr_aNp2DBlAx7aIb4PBL1ZAdZdO4xbSFiTPQz0QYApMXMHbiRYlBACin9D3RQAxaXs_6RaFYQSZpBjJuu7Mk9JeF-xAuQl3JzITKbNmx1ioGWXFZFVBESlGarZRouSTCEiDFTciHw\" alt=\"World Young Rheumatic Disease Day\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>World Young Rheumatic Disease Day<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Juvenile_Idiopathic_Arthritis_JIA_and_its_Impact\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and its Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Definition of Rheumatic Disease:<\/strong><ul><li>Rheumatic disease encompasses arthritis and various conditions affecting joints, tendons, muscles, ligaments, bones, and connective tissues.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Prevalence and Nature of JIA:<\/strong><ul><li>Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is the most common paediatric rheumatic disorder.<\/li><li>It includes different inflammatory arthritis subtypes, posing significant health challenges among children globally.<\/li><li>Global prevalence ranges from 0.07 to 4 per 1,000 children, varying across regions.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Symptoms and Functional Limitations:<\/strong><ul><li>Children with JIA often experience joint pain, swelling, and functional limitations.<\/li><li>Symptoms are typically more pronounced in the morning or after periods of rest.<\/li><li>JIA can affect various joints, leading to diverse functional limitations like impaired mobility and difficulty with daily activities.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Treatment Options:<\/strong><ul><li>Therapeutic options for JIA include steroids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), and newer biologic drugs.<\/li><li>These treatments aim to modulate the immune system and manage symptoms effectively.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Challenges in Diagnosis and Awareness:<\/strong><ul><li>Challenges in managing JIA include limited awareness and delayed diagnosis.<\/li><li>Enhanced community awareness and streamlined referral mechanisms are crucial for addressing these challenges.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Importance of Early Intervention:<\/strong><ul><li>Early intervention is vital in managing JIA effectively.<\/li><li>Studies emphasize the significance of timely referrals to paediatric rheumatologists for optimal outcomes.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/health\/timely-treatment-can-limit-disability-in-children-with-juvenile-arthritis\/article67969122.ece#:~:text=The%20consequence%20of%20untreated%20and,as%20well%2C%20%2C%20he%20said.\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preventive_Detention_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Preventive Detention in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Polity<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> The Supreme Court overturned a Telangana High Court decision, emphasizing that preventive detention, seen as draconian, should be prevented if exercised arbitrarily or routinely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Preventive_Detention_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Understanding Preventive Detention in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Preventive detention involves holding an individual in custody without a trial or conviction by a court, with the aim of preventing future offenses rather than punishing past ones.<\/li><li>Governments enact preventive detention laws to uphold public safety and preserve social order.<\/li><li>Constitutional provisions, particularly Article 22 of the Indian Constitution, safeguard individuals&#8217; rights when arrested or detained.<\/li><li><strong>Article 22(4)<\/strong> stipulates that preventive detention cannot exceed three months unless an Advisory Board justifies an extension.<\/li><li>Detainees must be informed of the grounds for their detention, although exceptions may occur if it is deemed in the public interest.<\/li><li>Detaining authorities must provide detainees with the earliest opportunity to contest their detention.<\/li><li>Parliament has exclusive authority to enact preventive detention laws related to defense, foreign affairs, or India&#8217;s security.<\/li><li>Both Parliament and State Legislatures can enact laws for preventive detention concerning public order or essential community services.<\/li><li>India&#8217;s laws allowing preventive detention include the National Security Act (NSA) of 1980, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) of 1967, and state-specific laws like the Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) and Public Safety Acts (PSA).<\/li><li>These laws empower authorities to detain individuals for up to 12 months without formal charges, with detention orders subject to periodic review by an advisory board.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/india\/preventive-detention-by-routine-exercise-of-powers-must-be-nipped-in-bud-supreme-court-9230894\/\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electoral_Trusts\"><\/span><strong>Electoral Trusts<\/strong><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 Economics<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> The recently disclosed roster of corporate donors to political parties via electoral bonds is currently under scrutiny, despite the fact that many of these entities have been regular contributors, dispensing substantial amounts to political parties via electoral trusts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/sInTSMhs-7X47spMXmxNxrX8b5Uah8AynPxlB4jIkAlx1au_n6MAnNT6ia0VpvIhFG4B9OSOcaYbYq6nAmAfnZ1C9eDE4bkbiskOR_JuK-zBldJbeSAJNNREg-8wwx8iJPaUc-0hYQWB7Eh3oHA8kw\" alt=\"Electoral Trusts\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Electoral Trusts<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_Electoral_Trusts\"><\/span><strong>Overview of Electoral Trusts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Purpose:<\/strong><ul><li>Electoral trusts are established by companies to manage and distribute contributions received from other companies and individuals to political parties.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong><ul><li>Only companies registered under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956, are eligible to apply for approval as electoral trusts.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Naming:<\/strong><ul><li>Currently, the names of electoral trusts do not reveal the identities of the companies or groups that established them.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Contributors<\/strong>:<ul><li><strong>Who can contribute:&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li>Indian citizens<\/li><li>Companies registered in India<\/li><li>Associations of persons (Indian residents)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Who cannot contribute:<\/strong><ul><li>Non-Indian citizens<\/li><li>Other approved electoral trusts<\/li><li>Contributors without PAN<\/li><li>NRIs without a passport number<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Allocation of Funds:<\/strong><ul><li>Electoral trusts can allocate a maximum of 5 percent of total funds collected during a financial year for administrative expenses.<\/li><li>The remaining 95 percent, including any surplus from the previous financial year, must be distributed to eligible political parties.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Governing Laws\/Rules:<\/strong><ul><li>The Central Government amended the Income Tax Rules, 1962, on January 31, 2013, to include Rule 17CA, outlining the functions of electoral trusts approved by the Central Bureau of Direct Taxes (CBDT).<\/li><li>The Central Government introduced &#8216;The Electoral Trusts Scheme, 2013,&#8217; specifying the eligibility criteria, registration procedure, and format for registration of electoral trusts.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/politics-and-nation\/electoral-trusts-since-2014-have-also-weighed-in-favour-of-bjp\/articleshow\/108533225.cms?from=mdr\"><strong>ET<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Right_Whales\"><\/span><strong>Right Whales<\/strong><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<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In News:<\/strong> A recent study suggests that female right whales may remain unable to breed following entanglement in fishing gear.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/1Nc4UFILlqXLJJMXwBrUrga1pMCuTJm8EKf_-yno6ZOiXeJUts2d5RpL27bJqSqdCff7w6I4lSOlXmTmPyytq11Mtktt27Js87EYetk6BKXmkGk1TVGgOekthPbZ7jLMIhsVTvI2aMbA5qaN7U5qpA\" alt=\"Right Whales\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Right Whales<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_Right_Whales\"><\/span><strong>Overview of Right Whales<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Physical Characteristics:<\/strong><ul><li>Right whales belong to the family Balaenidae and are characterized by stout bodies and enormous heads, which can measure one-quarter to one-third of their total body length.<\/li><li>Despite genetic differences and varying conservation statuses, they exhibit similar external appearances.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Historical Significance:<\/strong><ul><li>From the 17th to the 19th century, right whales were extensively hunted for their oil and strong, elastic baleen.<\/li><li>Their name originated from being considered the most profitable whale species to hunt due to the economic value of their products.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Size and Feeding Habits:<\/strong><ul><li>Adult right whales typically measure between 45 and 52 feet in length and can weigh up to 70 tons.<\/li><li>They feed by swimming slowly and using baleen to consume zooplankton, particularly small, shrimp-like crustaceans.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Conservation Status:<\/strong><ul><li>Uncontrolled hunting nearly drove right whales to extinction.<\/li><li>The International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) classifies two of the four species as endangered.<\/li><li>International agreements have provided complete protection to right whales since 1946.<\/li><li>While the bowhead and southern right whale populations are relatively stable, the northern right whales are rare, with only a few hundred individuals in the North Atlantic and slightly more in the North Pacific.<\/li><li>The North Pacific right whale is categorized as endangered, while the North Atlantic right whale is classified as critically endangered by the IUCN.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a 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