Current Affairs
Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DevINE) Scheme
PM – DevINE is a central sector scheme announced in the Union Budget 2022 – 23 with aim to holistic development of the northeast region of India. Major Objectives Infrastructure development projects in the spirit of PM GatiShakti, Social development … Continue reading
Parliamentary Privileges
Parliamentary privileges refer to the special rights, immunities, and exemptions enjoyed by the two Houses of Parliament, their committees, their members, and those persons who are entitled to speak and take part in the proceedings of a House of Parliament … Continue reading
Appointment of Governor
The Governor is a constitutional head of state which act as a bridge between the Union and State governments, which act in accordance with the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers headed by the Chief Minister. Constitutions Back … Continue reading
Namami Gange Programme
It is a flagship programme for the rejuvenation of the Ganga River and its tributaries by reducing pollution, improving water quality, and restoring the river’s ecosystem. Implemented under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM), an Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) Fact to … Continue reading
Black Rain
Black rain is a form of environmental fallout in which precipitation becomes heavily contaminated with soot, hydrocarbons, and other pollutants, and is dark, oily, and carries a strong chemical odor. How is it formed? Releasing thick plumes of black smoke. … Continue reading
Savitribai Phule
Savitribai Phule was a social reformer who, along with her husband Jyotiba Phule were instrumental in empowering women. What needs to be known? She established the country’s first school for girls, known as Bhide Wada, in Pune. She was an active … Continue reading
Musi River
Musi is an important river flowing through Hyderabad. The major challenge associated is the high level of pollution affecting the river. Facts to Know The river originates from the Anantagiri Hills near the Vikarabad District of Telangana. It is a … Continue reading
106th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2023
The 106th Constitutional Amendment Act, also known as the Women’s Reservation Bill, aims to empower women by expanding their political rights. Facts to Know About It is aligned with Article 7 of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms … Continue reading
National Human Rights Commission
The national commission that focuses on ensuring Human Rights are upheld for every citizens. What needs to be known? It was established as per the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. It is in conformity with the Paris Principles of … Continue reading
Convention on Migratory Species
Convention on Migratory Species is a convention under UNEP that aims a conservation of migratory species. Facts to know It aims to conserve terrestrial, marine, and avian migratory species across their ranges. It is also known as the Bonn Convention. … Continue reading