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Mapping Source: TOI Context: Indonesia’s Mount Merapi erupted on Sumatra Island, resulting in the tragic death of at least 11 hikers out of a group of 26, with three successfully rescued. The eruption sent a 3,000-meter ash column into the sky, causing volcanic debris to impact nearby villages. About Mount Merapi Mount Merapi, … Read more
Case Study: The Loess Plateau Restoration, China The Loess Plateau, located in northern China, is one of the world’s most eroded regions. It was historically known for its extremely fertile soil, but centuries of agricultural overuse and deforestation led to severe soil erosion, reduced agricultural productivity, and widespread poverty. The Restoration Project: In 1994, the … Read more
Hello dear students! We hope you all are doing great. We trust that those who have given UPSC CSE Mains 2023 have given your best and are eagerly waiting for results which is round the corner! You only have one last hurdle to pass – the Personality Test, after Prelims & Mains exam, to … Read more
Information The following Quiz is based on the Hindu, PIB and other news sources. It is a current events based quiz. Solving these questions will help retain both concepts and facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services exam. To view Solutions, follow these instructions: Click on – ‘Start Quiz’ button Solve Questions Click … Read more
DOWNLOAD THE I-WIN Prelims Test Series Timetable for UPSC CSE 2024 Dear Student, We are pleased to announce the results of the I-WIN (Insights IAS- Work, Improve, Nurture) 2024 Entrance-cum-Scholarship Test that was conducted on 3rd December in the offline and online mode. IMPORTANT: If you have missed the … Read more
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: India’s pressmud, a byproduct in the sugar industry, can be a valuable resource for compressed biogas (CBG) production. What is Pressmud and how it is produced? Pressmud, also known as filter cake or press cake, is a residual byproduct in the sugar industry. It is produced … Read more
Source: TH Context: The article highlights the environmental impact of Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The use of heavy bombs, white phosphorus, and herbicides has led to widespread environmental damage, affecting soil, water, and air quality. Tool Purpose/Effect 2,000-pound bombs Causing large-scale destruction, creating craters, and resulting in environmental contamination White phosphorus Illegal … Read more
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Mapping Source: BBC Context: Pampore, known as the centre of the country’s saffron (referred to as “red gold”) cultivation has seen a decline in productivity. About Saffron: Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the “saffron crocus”. The vivid crimson stigma and styles, called threads, are collected … Read more
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: India’s pressmud, a byproduct in the sugar industry, can be a valuable resource for compressed biogas (CBG) production. What is Pressmud and how it is produced? Pressmud, also known as filter cake or press cake, is a residual byproduct in the sugar industry. It is produced … Read more
