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The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (AMASR Act) Why in News? The term was recently used in Shambhal Mosque dispute. The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (AMASR Act) is a key piece of legislation in India that provides for the preservation and protection of ancient monuments, archaeological […]

Article Published : The Indian Express ( 02/12/2024) Important for –GS1/GS 2/GS 3/ Social Issues/ Welfare Scheme/economic Impact/ Inclusive growth Gist/ Summary of the Article: The article discusses the benefits and drawbacks of women-targeted cash transfer schemes in India, such as West Bengal’s Lakshmir Bhandar and Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin Yojana, which provide monthly payouts to […]

What India’s AI Safety Institute could do?  Article Published : The Hindu ( 02/12/2024) Important for –GS 3 Gist/ Summary of the Article: The article discusses the plans of the Indian government, through the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), to establish an AI Safety Institute under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative aligns with […]

Notre-Dame de Paris (Our Lady of Paris) is one of the most iconic Gothic cathedrals in the world, located on the Île de la Cité in the heart of Paris, France. It is renowned for its architectural grandeur, artistic significance, and historical importance. Key Features and Architecture Gothic Design: Built in the French Gothic style, […]

Why in News? The Union Cabinet approved the PAN 2.0 Project recently, for PAN to be made the “the common identifier for businesses” and to make PAN as the “single source of truth and data consistency”. The 10-digit alphanumeric Permanent Account Number (PAN), issued by the Income Tax Department, is set for an upgrade, with a QR […]

Narsapur lace craft: The famous Narsapur lace craft has recently bagged the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Narsapur Lace Craft is a traditional handicraft originating from the Narsapur region in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India. About the Narsapur Lace Craft: The craft dates back to the colonial period, introduced by Irish missionaries […]

Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet has recently  approved ‘One Nation One Subscription’, a new central government scheme to ensure country-wide access to scholarly research articles and journal publications. The Modi government has allocated Rs 6,000 crore for a period of three years for the initiative which is in line with the […]

India has a persistent trade deficit in merchandise trade but a consistent surplus in the services trade, reflecting the critical role of the service sector in mitigating economic imbalances. The trade deficit and the robust service sector together paint a nuanced picture of India’s economic strengths and challenges. Understanding Trade Deficit A trade deficit occurs […]

 Judiciary as a “State” under Article 12: Article 12 of the Indian Constitution defines the term “State” for the purposes of Part III (Fundamental Rights). It includes the Government and Parliament of India, Government and Legislature of each State, and all local or other authorities within the territory of India or under its control. The […]

Satellite reentries refer to the process by which artificial satellites or other space objects descend from orbit back into Earth’s atmosphere. This can occur naturally due to atmospheric drag or intentionally as part of a planned deorbiting process. Depending on the satellite’s size, structure, and reentry trajectory, it may completely burn up during reentry or […]