GS-I/Geography
Source: The Hindu
Why in News?
The Supreme Court has prohibited Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana and Delhi from granting new mining leases and renewals in the vulnerable ecosystem of the Aravallis.
About Aravallis
Importance
GS-II/International Relations
Source: Indian Express
Why in News?
Nepal’s Cabinet last week decided to put a map on its Rs 100 currency note showing certain areas administered by India in Uttarakhand as part of its territory.
Genesis of the issue:
Argument given by Nepal to claim land:
Frictions in Bilateral Ties:
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GS-II/Governance
Source: The Hindu
Why in News?
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has instructed all its schools to make use of educational material which will focus on learning in one’s mother tongue and encourage multilingual education.
Constitutional Provisions/ Laws
Importance of mother tongue in children development
Steps taken by government
Way Ahead
GS-II/International Relations
Source: The Hindu
Why in News?
About United NationsIndia has voted in favour of a UN General Assembly resolution recommending Palestine’s admission as a full member of the United Nations.
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GS-II/Polity and Governance
Source: The Hindu
Why in News?
The Supreme Court has granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the liquor policy case till to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections.
What is Interim Bail?
Legal Provisions for Interim Bail
Interim bail in India is NOT explicitly defined under a specific statute but is derived from the discretionary powers granted to courts under various legal provisions.
The most relevant laws and principles include:
GS-III/Science and Technology
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Why in News?
The World’s largest facility designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere started operations in Iceland.
About
Direct Air Capture (DAC) Facility
Concerns of Direct Air Capture (DAC) Facility
Carbon Capture Technologies
Emerging DAC technologies
Way Ahead
GS-III/Defence and Security
Source: Times of India
Why in News?
AboutThe utilization of the Lancet Kamikaze drone by Russia and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine underscores the intricate global supply chain challenges.
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