Definition A plate is a broad segment of the lithosphere that floats on the underlying asthenosphere and moves independently of the other plates. Major and Minor Lithospheric Plates Major Lithospheric Plates Antarctica and the surrounding oceanic plate North American plate … Continue reading →

The term plate tectonics was first used by Tuzo Wilson. The Plate Tectonics theory was first published by W.J Morgan in 1962. It deals with dynamic movement of earth’s crust by endogenic forces. The theory is based on scientific mapping … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Nearly four months after the centre launched the UMEED portal, only around 4,000 of the total 8.72 lakh Waqf establishments spread across 30 States and Union Territories have been registered. UMEED Portal Fullform: Unified Waqf Management, … Continue reading →

Why in the news? A recent study on five deceased Indus River dolphins found hundreds of microplastic particles in each individual dolphin. Indus River Dolphins Distribution: Historically spread across the Indus River and its tributaries. In India, a small remnant … Continue reading →

Why in news? Suriname’s government has pledge to permanently protect 90% of its tropical forests. Suriname Location: Suriname is located on the north eastern coast of South America. Capital: Paramaribo Border Countries: French Guiana, Brazil, Guyana. Bordering Waterbodies: North – … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The centre has issued norms offering up to 100% subsidies for setting up vehicle charging stations, battery swapping and charging stations, targeting high-density cities, satellite towns, and key national and state highways under the PM E … Continue reading →

Why in the news? According to the report, ‘Crime in India’, published by National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) the number of cases registered under the cybercrimes category rose to 86,420 in 2023 from 65,893 cases recorded in 2022. Cybercrimes in … Continue reading →