πAfrican Lakes- Imp for UPSC Pre 2024π
1) Lake Turkan- Northern Kenya
2) Lake Kyoga- Uganda
3) Lake Albert- Uganda and Democratic republic of Congo
4) Lake Edward- Uganda and Democratic republic of Congo
5) Lake Kivu- Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo
6) Lake Tangonyika- Burundi, Democratic republic of Congo, Tanzania and Zambia
7) Lake Rukwa- Tanzania
8) Lake Malawi- Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique
9) Lake Mweru- Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia
10) Lake Victoria- Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
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1) Lake Turkan- Northern Kenya
2) Lake Kyoga- Uganda
3) Lake Albert- Uganda and Democratic republic of Congo
4) Lake Edward- Uganda and Democratic republic of Congo
5) Lake Kivu- Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo
6) Lake Tangonyika- Burundi, Democratic republic of Congo, Tanzania and Zambia
7) Lake Rukwa- Tanzania
8) Lake Malawi- Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique
9) Lake Mweru- Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia
10) Lake Victoria- Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
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πImportant Glaciers-For UPSC Pre 2024π
πNews Context- A study by scientists has found that three glacial lakes are likely to form around Parkachik Glacier
π Parkachik Glacier-
βοΈ located in Kargil, Ladakh
βοΈone of the largest glaciers in the Suru River valley
βοΈThe Suru River valley is a part of the southern Zanskar Ranges in the western Himalayas.
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πNews Context- A study by scientists has found that three glacial lakes are likely to form around Parkachik Glacier
π Parkachik Glacier-
βοΈ located in Kargil, Ladakh
βοΈone of the largest glaciers in the Suru River valley
βοΈThe Suru River valley is a part of the southern Zanskar Ranges in the western Himalayas.
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We have compiled a research-based document focusing on the GS- 3 economy section of the UPSC mains. It includes previous year's questions covering crucial themes and potential topics expected in the upcoming Mains 2023 examination, aligned with UPSC's trends. Take advantage of this resource to tailor your preparation to meet the exam's requirements.
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πImportant for UPSC Pre-2024
π India's Tiger Population up, MP. has most big cats
βοΈTiger population increased to 3,682 in 2022, up from 2,967 in 2018
βοΈThe reserves with the maximum number of tigers were at the Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, followed by Bandipur and Nagarhole (both in Karnataka)
βοΈCentral India, the Shivalik Hills, and the Gangetic plains witnessed increases in tiger population, particularly in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra.
βοΈWestern Ghats, experienced localised declines
Some States β including Mizoram, Nagaland, Jharkhand, Goa, Chhattisgarh, and Arunachal Pradesh β have reported βdisquieting trendsβ
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π India's Tiger Population up, MP. has most big cats
βοΈTiger population increased to 3,682 in 2022, up from 2,967 in 2018
βοΈThe reserves with the maximum number of tigers were at the Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, followed by Bandipur and Nagarhole (both in Karnataka)
βοΈCentral India, the Shivalik Hills, and the Gangetic plains witnessed increases in tiger population, particularly in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra.
βοΈWestern Ghats, experienced localised declines
Some States β including Mizoram, Nagaland, Jharkhand, Goa, Chhattisgarh, and Arunachal Pradesh β have reported βdisquieting trendsβ
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πUrea Gold- Very Important for UPSC Pre- 2024
βοΈ Urea Gold is a new variety of urea coated with sulphur
βοΈ It is designed to address sulphur deficiencies in the soil
βοΈIt facilitates a gradual release of nitrogen, thereby enhancing its availability and uptake by crops.
βοΈThe inclusion of humic acid in Urea Gold further extends its lifespan as a fertilizer
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βοΈ Urea Gold is a new variety of urea coated with sulphur
βοΈ It is designed to address sulphur deficiencies in the soil
βοΈIt facilitates a gradual release of nitrogen, thereby enhancing its availability and uptake by crops.
βοΈThe inclusion of humic acid in Urea Gold further extends its lifespan as a fertilizer
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π Cell-free DNA (cfDNA)- Scientists have figured out the application of the Cell-free DNA.
βοΈcfDNA found in the bloodstream and other fluids present in the body, but Normal DNA Found within the cell nucleus or mitochondria.
βοΈ It exists in Fragmented form.
βοΈCell death and other physiological processes, for example, can both manufacture and release cfDNA from the cells.
βοΈApplications- 1) screening foetuses for specific chromosomal abnormalities. 2) understand human diseases. 3) understanding why a body is rejecting a transplanted organ;
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βοΈcfDNA found in the bloodstream and other fluids present in the body, but Normal DNA Found within the cell nucleus or mitochondria.
βοΈ It exists in Fragmented form.
βοΈCell death and other physiological processes, for example, can both manufacture and release cfDNA from the cells.
βοΈApplications- 1) screening foetuses for specific chromosomal abnormalities. 2) understand human diseases. 3) understanding why a body is rejecting a transplanted organ;
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πGreetings Aspirantsπ
πBatch-4 of our Geography Optional Foundation Classroom Programme for this year will commence on 7th August 2023 (Monday (Both Online + Offline.) [By Himanshu Sir & Pranjal Sir].
πKindly note that 1st Lecture is open to all students. (both Online & Offline).
π Prepare your Geography Optional with the Best Team & Best Content with Main focus on Answer Writing & Revision.
πSeats are limited, so Enroll quickly before we close the admissions. For More Information, CALL: 9540226688, 9718793363
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πBatch-4 of our Geography Optional Foundation Classroom Programme for this year will commence on 7th August 2023 (Monday (Both Online + Offline.) [By Himanshu Sir & Pranjal Sir].
πKindly note that 1st Lecture is open to all students. (both Online & Offline).
π Prepare your Geography Optional with the Best Team & Best Content with Main focus on Answer Writing & Revision.
πSeats are limited, so Enroll quickly before we close the admissions. For More Information, CALL: 9540226688, 9718793363
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π Important for UPSC Pre-2024
π Context- ISRO rocket debris falls on Australian shore
β Convention on International Liability for Damage Caused by Space Objects-1972
βοΈLaunching country absolutely liable to pay compensation for any damage caused by its space object on the earth or to a flight in air.
βοΈIn cases of joint space launches both nations are jointly and severally liable for damages
βοΈConvention confines claims solely to the state level
βοΈHowever, there is no law against space junk crashing back to earth.
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π Context- ISRO rocket debris falls on Australian shore
β Convention on International Liability for Damage Caused by Space Objects-1972
βοΈLaunching country absolutely liable to pay compensation for any damage caused by its space object on the earth or to a flight in air.
βοΈIn cases of joint space launches both nations are jointly and severally liable for damages
βοΈConvention confines claims solely to the state level
βοΈHowever, there is no law against space junk crashing back to earth.
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π Important for UPSC Pre 2024
πContext- Central government is working on a proposal to launch a fresh InvIT for national highways
β what is Infrastructure investment trust (InvIT):
βοΈsimilar to a mutual fund, which enables direct investment of money from individual and institutional investors in infrastructure projects
βοΈThis can be established as a trust and registered with Sebi
βοΈLike mutual funds, they have a trustee, sponsor(s), investment manager and project manager.
βοΈWhile the trustee (certified by Sebi) has the responsibility of inspecting the performance of an InvIT, sponsor(s) are promoters of the company that set up the InvIT.
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πContext- Central government is working on a proposal to launch a fresh InvIT for national highways
β what is Infrastructure investment trust (InvIT):
βοΈsimilar to a mutual fund, which enables direct investment of money from individual and institutional investors in infrastructure projects
βοΈThis can be established as a trust and registered with Sebi
βοΈLike mutual funds, they have a trustee, sponsor(s), investment manager and project manager.
βοΈWhile the trustee (certified by Sebi) has the responsibility of inspecting the performance of an InvIT, sponsor(s) are promoters of the company that set up the InvIT.
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πContext- ISRO recently performed the TransLunar Injection (TLI) to slingshot Chandrayaan-3 towards the moon
π About TLI
βοΈIt enable spacecraft to escape Earth's gravitational pull and travel to the Moon.
βοΈTLI is performed when the spacecraft is at a βperigeeβ or the closest point to Earth.
βοΈOnce TLI completed, the spacecraft is put on a lunar trajectory, and it will continue its journey to the Moon without further propulsion from Earth.
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π About TLI
βοΈIt enable spacecraft to escape Earth's gravitational pull and travel to the Moon.
βοΈTLI is performed when the spacecraft is at a βperigeeβ or the closest point to Earth.
βοΈOnce TLI completed, the spacecraft is put on a lunar trajectory, and it will continue its journey to the Moon without further propulsion from Earth.
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π Important for UPSC Pre -2024
π Context- The government has set a deadline for mandatory implementation of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in India pharmaceutical industries to bring them on par with WHO standard.
βοΈGMP are a set of quality management and regulatory guidelines.
βοΈCompanies with a turnover of over Rs 250 crore will have to implement
βοΈTo ensure safe and high-quality products, especially in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, cosmetics etc., where product quality and safety are critical.
βοΈObjective is to minimize risks that can arise from errors, contamination, or deviations during the manufacturing process.
βοΈThis was after several countries reporting deaths allegedly linked to contaminated India-manufactured drugs.
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π Context- The government has set a deadline for mandatory implementation of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in India pharmaceutical industries to bring them on par with WHO standard.
βοΈGMP are a set of quality management and regulatory guidelines.
βοΈCompanies with a turnover of over Rs 250 crore will have to implement
βοΈTo ensure safe and high-quality products, especially in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, cosmetics etc., where product quality and safety are critical.
βοΈObjective is to minimize risks that can arise from errors, contamination, or deviations during the manufacturing process.
βοΈThis was after several countries reporting deaths allegedly linked to contaminated India-manufactured drugs.
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π΄ One Page per day having all the information from the Prelims point of view.
π΄ 1-2 high-quality MCQs every day to prepare candidates holistically.
π΄ The 1- Pager Prelims Connect is a thoughtful compilation made after accessing the major newspapers, PIB and various Daily Compilations available across the platform.
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πWe, at UPSC FIX, have started this initiative of providing Current Affairs daily.
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πWe, at UPSC FIX, have started this initiative of providing Current Affairs daily.
πThe entire thing is compiled after scrutinising all the leading newspapers, PIB and Current Affair Compilations & Videos.
πIn this era of unlimited information available to us, we are also consuming information which is not required to clear UPSC-CSE.
π Reading thousands of pages of Current Affairs makes the task of preparation even more burdensome and candidates are under pressure of reading everything under the sun.
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π Important for UPSC Pre-2024
πContext - A new genetically modified (GMO) corn called βsmart cornβ has been developed.
πAbout Smart Corn-
βοΈgrows shorter and sturdier than conventional corn to withstand high-wind storms
πOther recent climate-adapted crops-
βοΈHB4 wheat- drought-tolerant wheat with a sunflower gene
βοΈZeaKal soybean- enhanced photosynthesis.
πWhat is GMO?- involves insertion of genes from one species into the DNA of another to introduce specific traits or characteristic
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πContext - A new genetically modified (GMO) corn called βsmart cornβ has been developed.
πAbout Smart Corn-
βοΈgrows shorter and sturdier than conventional corn to withstand high-wind storms
πOther recent climate-adapted crops-
βοΈHB4 wheat- drought-tolerant wheat with a sunflower gene
βοΈZeaKal soybean- enhanced photosynthesis.
πWhat is GMO?- involves insertion of genes from one species into the DNA of another to introduce specific traits or characteristic
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