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Context: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pared its 2022-23 growth projection for India’s economy to 7% from 7.5% estimated in April, terming it a “modest downward revision” driven by higher-than-anticipated inflation and monetary tightening.
In this context let us know the financial institution in detail:
Origins of ADB:
ADB Green and Blue Bonds:
Recent development between ADB & India:
Source: The Hindu
Previous Year Question
Q.1) In which one of the following groups are all the four countries members of G20? (2020)
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In News: A 14th century ceremonial sword that was sold in Hyderabad to a British General in the early 20th century is set to return to India. The sword is among the seven objects being repatriated by Glasgow Life, which manages Glasgow’s museums.
About:
History of Salar Jung Museum:
A Brief History of the Salar Jung Family:
Nawab Mir Osman Ali Khan, the seventh Nizam appointed Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III, as his prime minister in 1912. On health grounds, Salar Jung III relinquished the post of prime minister in November 1914. Thereafter, he devoted his time to enrich his art collection.
Source: The Hindu
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What is Shrinkflation?
What are the Major Causes of Shrinkflation?
Source: The Hindu
Previous Year Questions:
Q.1) With reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct? (2015)
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In News: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said on September 21, 2022, that it has successfully demonstrated a hybrid propulsion system at the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, on Tuesday evening. The test was conducted by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) with support from the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC).
About:
Benefits:
Source: The Hindu
Previous Year Question
Q.1) With reference to India’s satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements: (2018)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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In News: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a report: ‘Invisible numbers – the true scale of non-communicable diseases’ on non-Communicable diseases
Findings of the report:
About Type 2 diabetes:
Source: Indian Express
Previous Year Question
Q.1) In the context of hereditary diseases, consider the following statements: (2021)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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In News: Union Defence Minister meets President of Egypt in Cairo. India and Egypt agreed to further develop military cooperation and focus on joint training, defence coproduction and maintenance of equipment.
Historical Relations:
Political Relations:
Economic Relations:
Development assistance:
Defence Relations:
Cultural Relations:
Indian Community: At present, the Indian community in Egypt numbers at around 3200, most of whom are concentrated in Cairo.
Way forward:
The year 2022 is of particular significance since it marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relation between India and Egypt and there shall be constant effort to reinforce and grow this friendship.
Source: The Hindu
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Introduction:
“ WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC and to secure to all its citizens:
JUSTICE, social, economic, and political; LIBERTY of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship;
EQUALITY of status and of opportunity;
and to promote among them all FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation;
IN OUR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY this twenty-sixth day of November, 1949, do HEREBY ADOPT, ENACT AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION.”
About fraternity:
Note: The values of liberty, equality and fraternity in our Preamble is taken directly from the national motto of France: Liberté, égalité, fraternité, which in term came from the French Revolution (1789).
The responsibility of the individual citizen:
The shape of inequality:
In a speech in the Constituent Assembly on December 22, 1952, B.R. Ambedkar dwelt on what he called ‘Conditions Precedent for the Successful Working of Democracy’. He listed these as:
Fraternity in present times:
Conclusion:
The term ‘fraternity’ refers to a sense of brotherhood as well as an emotional bond with the country and its people. We must cultivate the sense of this brotherhood in order to truly realise “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
Source: The Hindu
Previous Year Questions
Q.1) What was the exact constitutional status of India on 26th January, 1950? (2021)
Q.2) The Preamble to the Constitution of India is (2020)
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Context: Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) notified the rules governing The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022. The legislation would enable police and central investigating agencies to collect, store and analyse physical and biological samples including retina and iris scans of arrested persons.
About Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022:
As per the rules, “measurements” include:
Concerns about the misuse of the Act:
Repository of the measurement data:
Provisions for destruction of records in case a suspect is acquitted:
Facial recognition technology (FRT):
Conclusion:
Use of technology for better identification of criminals and record keeping must be balanced with the citizens’ right to privacy, which is now recognised as a fundamental right under Indian constitution.
Source: The Hindu
Previous Year Questions
Q.1) With reference to India, consider the following statements: (2020)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q.2) With reference to India, consider the following statements: (2021)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Context: In an interview earlier this month, Telecom Minister Ashwini spoke about a comprehensive policy roadmap for India’s digital economy and digital governance.
In this regard, let us discuss Digital Governance in detail:
What is digital governance ?
What is “global digital governance”?
What are the three domains of e-governance?
Is there a historical parallel to governing key economic sectors globally?
Who are the key players in the global contest for digital governance?
Why global digital governance is important?
What are the big 5 tech companies called?
Initiatives Taken for e-Governance in India:
Conclusion:
The rapid digitalisation of the world along with a new focus on trust in the global supply chains for digital products and services presents tremendous opportunities for India and its youth. It is now up to all of us to engage in a collective “sabka prayas” to realise New India’s economic potential.
Source: The Hindu
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Context: Sanskritisation was a term coined and popularised by M.N. Srinivas, an eminent social anthropologist in his book Religion and Society Among the Coorgs of South India ( 1952) to describe the cultural mobility in the traditional caste structure of Indian society.
Q.1) In the context of Indian economy, Shrinkflation refers to
Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Rules, 2022:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q.3) With reference to Asian Development Bank (ADB), consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
Comment the answers to the above questions in the comment section below!!
ANSWERS FOR ’22nd September 2022 – Daily Practice MCQs’ will be updated along with tomorrow’s Daily Current Affairs.
Q.1) – c
Q.2) – a
Q.3) – b