Context: Recently, Gujarat has witnessed a concerning outbreak of suspected Chandipura virus (CHPV) infections, resulting in fatalities among children. 6 children died or 12 suspected cases have been reported of Chandipura virus infection in Gujarat. Four of these 12 patients are Read More …
Day: July 17, 2024
Daily Current Quiz for UPSC: 17th July 2024
This quiz is based on DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS ARTICLES posted regularly on AspirantIASAcademy website for UPSC IAS. To view Solutions, follow these instructions: To Start quiz click on – ‘Start Quiz’ Solve all Questions. Click on ‘Quiz Summary’ Click on ‘Finish Quiz’ Read More …
Q. Discuss the impact of centralized entrance examinations on the Indian school system. Suggest reforms needed in the current centralized testing mechanism to enhance its effectiveness and reliability. (15 Marks, 250 Words)
Answe Published Core Demand of the Question Discuss the impact of centralised entrance examinations on the Indian school system. Suggest reforms needed in the current centralised testing mechanism to enhance its effectiveness and reliability. Answer: Centralised entrance examinations play a crucial role Read More …
Q. Discuss the ethical implications of trying juveniles as adults in the context of the Indian legal system. (10 Marks, 150 Words)
Answer Published Core Demand of the Question Discuss the ethical implications of trying juveniles as adults in the context of the Indian legal system. Suggest a suitable way forward. Answer: The issue of trying juveniles as adults in the legal system is highly contentious, balancing the Read More …
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Context: EEG, or electroencephalography, measures brain electrical activity and celebrates its 100th anniversary. Invented by Hans Berger in 1924, EEG captures neuron activity via scalp electrodes, essential for diagnosing epilepsy and assessing brain states like sleep or coma. Though limited by Read More …
Last Universal Common Ancestor – LUCA
Context: Researchers in UK have dated the existence of Last Universal Common Ancestor from which all life forms evolved using the theory of molecular clock. Theories of origin of life on Earth Many theories have been propounded by scientists on Read More …
Current Affairs – 17 July 2024
Haryana Cabinet Approves IT Saksham Yuva Scheme to Provide 5,000 Jobs in First Phase The Haryana Cabinet has approved the launch of the IT Saksham Yuva Scheme, 2024, targeting the provision of jobs to 5,000 youths in the first phase. Read More …
National Green Hydrogen Mission
Context Government has recently enhanced allocation for the Fertilizer Sector under SIGHT Programme of the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). About National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) The Union Cabinet has authorised the National Green Hydrogen Mission in january in 2023 and Read More …