India’s First Septic Tank Cleaning Robot Context: Recently, the nation launched its first septic tank cleaning robot, strengthening Swatch Bharat campaign. Relevance: GS-01 GS-03 (Society, Science and technology) Key highlights: The recent introduction of the Homosep Atom (septic tank and manhole cleaning robot) by Solinas, […]
MakhaBucha Ceremony Context: Recently, the MakhaBucha (Magh Puja) ceremony which is one of the five most revered events for Buddhists in Thailand, was gracefully conducted by the esteemed Somdet and other senior monks of Thailand. Relevance: GS-01 (History, Culture) Key Highlights: The ceremony took place […]
IPCC reports Context: A recent study by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has examined more than 500 future emissions scenarios which reveals disparities within the anticipated routes of climate action outlined in the IPCC reports. Relevance: GS-01, GS-03 (Environment pollution and degradation, […]
Anthropocene Epoch Context: Scientists proposed formalizing the ‘Anthropocene Epoch’ on the geologic time scale, sparking debates on humankind’s impact on Earth. Relevance: GS-01 (Physical geography) Key Highlights: The proposal which is rejected by the Anthropocene Working Group suggests starting the Epoch in 1952 due to […]
PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) Scheme Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet sanctioned the comprehensive scheme “PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)” by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, earmarked for execution from 2021 to 2026, with a total budget of Rs. 4797 crores. Relevance: GS-01, GS-02, GS-03 (Government Policies & Interventions, […]
India Ageing Report 2023 Context: The report has been prepared by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the International Institute of Population Sciences (IIPS) on the welfare of senior citizens in India. Relevance: GS-01 (Human geography, Indian Society) Highlights of the report: India’s elderly […]
Bengaluru Water crisis Context: Insufficient rainfall and under-replenishment of water sources have exacerbated water crisis in Bengaluru affecting thousands of villages, wards and talukas. Relevance: GS-03 GS-01(Environmental degradation and pollution, Water resources) Mains Question: Discuss the current state of water crisis in India and suggest […]
Maratha Military Landscapes of India Context: India has put forth the nomination of “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the 2024-25 cycle. Relevance: GS-01 (Culture) Highlights: The “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” nomination encompasses twelve distinct components, […]
Green jobs and the problem of gender disparity Context: Transitioning to low-carbon development in India could create around 35 million green jobs by 2047. Despite the potential, women are underrepresented in green job sectors due to various social and structural barriers. Relevance: GS-02 GS-01(Gender, Society) […]
A demand that could hamper gender equality Context: The article discusses the contentious issue of providing paid leave for menstruation and its potential implications on gender equality and societal attitudes towards menstruation. It highlights the challenges faced by women in the workforce and examines the […]