Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
It is the legal tender of a nation issued in digital form by its central bank. RBI is the issuer in India. What are its features? Digital alternative to physical cash. Is available both for retail as well as wholesale. … Continue reading
Sariska Tiger Reserve
Location It is a national park and tiger reserve located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. Key Features It is situated in the Aravali Hills. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, leopards, sloth bears, chinkara, … Continue reading
African Union
The African Union, formed in 2002, is a successor body to the Organisation of African Unity, consisting of 55 members. Organisational Vision Integrated, Prosperous and Peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global … Continue reading
Antimicrobial Resistance
The resistance developed by pathogens like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites against the medicines used to control their growth i.e. Antibiotics. Why we need to be concerned? It is a major global public health threat because antibiotics are the last … Continue reading
Urban Challenge Fund
The Ministry of Housing launched the Urban Challenge Fund with the intention of including private entities in urban infrastructure development through competitive “challenge-mode” . Why such an initiative? Urban infrastructure development cannot be undertaken by public finance alone. Focus will … Continue reading
Elephant Tusk
Elephant tusks are considered to be horns by many , but they are actually teeth(long incisor teeth ). What needs to be looked for? Tusks never stop growing during the elephant’s life. Tusks are made of a material called dentin. … Continue reading