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The Antarctic Treaty is an international agreement signed in 1959 and entered into force in 1961 to ensure that Antarctica is used only for peaceful purposes and scientific research. Covers all areas south of 60° South Latitude. Foundation of the … Continue reading →

  Source: The Hindu

Deuterium is a stable isotope of hydrogen, also called heavy hydrogen, with the chemical symbol D or ²H Discovered by Harold C. Urey (1931) Application Nuclear Fusion: Fuel in prototype fusion reactors (with tritium) [“mini sun” on Earth]  Heavy Water … Continue reading →

Yoga is an ancient Indian practice that aims at the harmonious development of the body, mind, and spirit. The word “Yoga” is derived from the Sanskrit root Yuj, meaning “to unite” or “to join.” Originated in ancient India and finds … Continue reading →

  Source: The Indian Express

The European Union was established in 1993 and is a global entity comprising 27 nations from Europe.  Following the Maastricht Treaty, also known as the Treaty of the European Union (TEU), the EU came into force. The treaty was ratified … Continue reading →

Nathu La is a crucial, high-altitude Himalayan mountain pass connecting the Indian state of Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is located in the Eastern Himalayas Part of the ancient Silk Route. Nathu La serves as a … Continue reading →

Location: Chhattisgarh Associated River: The Udanti River flows through the Reserve. Topography: The topography of the area is a broken mass of land traversed by innumerable hill ranges, intercepted by strips of plains. Vegetation: Dry Deciduous Forests, Tropical and Sub-Tropical … Continue reading →

FATF is a global money laundering and terror financing watchdog set up in 1989. Launch It was launched by the G7 countries in Paris. Headquarter:  The FATF Secretariat is located at the OECD headquarters in Paris. Functions: FATF’s main role … Continue reading →

It is an inherited blood disorder caused by a defective cell called the sickle cell gene. Effect It affects hemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells that delivers oxygen to cells throughout the body. People with this disease have atypical … Continue reading →