IASbaba's Flagship Course: Integrated Learning Programme (ILP) - 2024 Read Details
Syllabus
Context: The United World Wrestling (UWW) has suspended the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for not conducting elections on time.
Background:-
About the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI):-
Historical Background of Wrestling in India:–
Composition of WFI:-
Functions of WIFI:-
About-United World Wrestling (UWW):-
MUST READ: Sports Code
SOURCE: AIR
Syllabus
Context: The Union Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Shaheed Rajguru on his birth anniversary recently.
About Rajguru:-
Political Career:-
Assassination of J P Saunders:-
Trial:-
Legacy:-
MUST READ: Chandra Shekhar Azad
SOURCE: AIR
PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
Q.1) Consider the following freedom fighters: (2022)
Who of the above was/were actively associated with the Ghadar Party?
Q.2) The Ghadr (Ghadar) was a: (2014)
Syllabus
Context: Recently, the Defence Acquisition Council approved proposals worth 7,800 crore rupees to enhance the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces.
Background:-
About the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC):-
Historical Background:-
Functions of DAC:-
MUST READ: Self-reliance in defence
SOURCE: AIR
PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
Q.1)With reference to Home Guards, consider the following statements: (2023)
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q.2) Recently, India signed a deal known as ‘Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field’ with which of the following countries? (2019)
Syllabus
Context: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) recently, organized a one-day open house consultation on health insurance of persons with disabilities.
About the event:-
Objectives:-
About the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC):-
Historical Background:-
Composition of NHRC:-
Appointments:-
Functions of NHRC:-
MUST READ: New Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) appointed
SOURCE: AIR
PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
Q.1) With reference to India, consider the following statements: (2021)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q.2) In India, Judicial Review implies – (2017)
Syllabus
Context: Recently, Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited (NLCIL) completed the Permanent Diversion of Paravanar River Course.
Background of the issue:-
About Paravanar River:-
About NLCIL:-
MUST READ: River Cities Alliance
SOURCE: PIB
PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
Q.1) Consider the following statements: (2020)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q.2) With reference to India, consider the following statements: (2022)
Which of the statements given above is correct?
Syllabus
Context: The Central Vigilance Commission has reconstituted the advisory board on Banking and Financial Frauds (ABBFF).
Background:-
Central Vigilance Commission:-
About the Advisory Board on Banking and Financial Frauds (ABBFF):-
Composition of ABBFF:-
Functions of ABBFF:-
MUST READ: DHFL SCAM
SOURCE: BUSINESS LINE
PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
Q.1)With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements: (2022)
Which of the statements given above is correct?
Q.2) With reference to the ‘Banks Board Bureau (BBB)’, which of the following statements is correct? (2022)
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Syllabus
Context: Magnus Carlsen of Norway beat India’s R. Praggnanandhaa in tie-breaks to win the title of the FIDE Chess World Cup 2023 held recently.
About FIDE Chess World Cup 2023:-
MUST READ: Chess Olympiad
SOURCE: AIR
PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
Q.1) Consider the following statements in respect of the 44th Chess Olympiad, 2022: (2023)
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Q.2) Consider the following statements in respect of the 32nd Summer Olympics: (2021)
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Syllabus
Context: Recently, the India and UK strong partnership has ectended far beyond trade and investment into other field such as education, sport, culture and tourism.
About India-UK Relations:
Political:
Economic and trade:
Defence:
Education and Health:
Cultural Linkages:
Indian Diaspora:
Challenges:
Steps taken to address the challenges:
Way Forward
The profound ties of culture, history and language already give the UK a potentially strong foundation upon which to further deepen its relationship with India. With a whole new set of circumstances, India and Britain should recognise that they both need each other to achieve their larger goals.
Source: The Hindu
Syllabus
Context: Recently the final National Curriculum Framework policy (NCF) was unveiled by the Union Education Minister.
About National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE):
Key features of the policy:
Language learning:
Board exams:
Mandatory subjects:
Optional subjects:
Flexible curriculum:
Environmental education:
Content distribution:
Alignment with 21st-century requirements:
Significance:
Challenges in Indian education system:
Steps by the Government to reform Education Sector:
Way Forward:
The NCF is a comprehensive document that outlines the vision and goals of education in India. It aims to transform the education system by enhancing linguistic skills, offering flexible options for subject selection, and providing a holistic education that prepares learners for the present and the future.
Source: The Hindu
Q1) Consider the following pairs:
Sports Award | Purpose |
1.Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award | To honour eminent coaches who have successfully trained sportspersons or teams. |
2.Dronacharya Award | To recognize the contribution made by sportspersons even after their retirement. |
3.Arjuna Award | For the lifetime achievement of a sportsperson. |
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Q2) Consider the following statements
Statement-I:
India’s R. Praggnanandhaa won silver in the FIDE Chess World Cup 2023.
Statement-II:
It was held in Baku, Armenia.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q3) Consider the following statements
Statement-I:
Rajguru, Bhagat Singh, and Sukhdev were hanged on 14 February 1931.
Statement-II
Bhagat Singh and Rajguru threw bombs at the Central Legislative Assembly at Delhi.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Mains Practice Questions
Q.1)
Discuss the importance of the National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) for education and children’s general well-being. (250 words)
Comment the answers to the above questions in the comment section below!!
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