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PM Modi participates in 2nd India-CARICOM Summit

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Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self-confidence.”

Robert Frost

✅Listening to anything without losing temper or self-confidence is a mark of an educated personality; one of the essential characteristics to be an excellent learner as well.
We need to listen without any predisposition to the information being provided and take in facts and ideas.

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"President Droupadi Murmu appoints K. Sanjay Murthy, a 1989 batch IAS officer, as the new Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), entrusting him with the vital task of auditing government expenditure and ensuring fiscal accountability."

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"On November 19, India pays tribute to the legacy of Indira Gandhi, the nation's first woman Prime Minister, celebrating her efforts toward national unity and resilience."

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"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been honored with the prestigious Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger award by Nigeria, recognizing his global leadership and efforts in strengthening India-Africa ties."

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/11/18/modi-nigeria-award-grand-commander-of-the-order-of-the-niger.html

#Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #UPSC #CurrentAffairs #ManoramaYearbookOnline #IndiaAfricaRelations #Diplomacy #UPSCPrep

"📖 National Press Day – Celebrating the spirit of journalism and press freedom! Observed every November 16, this day commemorates the establishment of the Press Council of India in 1966."

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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has reimposed the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in six police station areas of Manipur, including Jiribam, which has witnessed violence. This move aims to help restore law and order in the affected regions.

#AFSPA #Manipur #MHA #Security #India

On November 15, India celebrates Janjatiya Gaurav Divas to honor the contributions of its tribal communities, especially their pivotal role in the country's freedom struggle. The day also marks the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, a revered tribal leader who symbolized resilience and courage in India's fight for independence.

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Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru’s vision and policies laid the foundation for a resilient, self-reliant India during the nation’s critical post-independence years. As India’s first Prime Minister, he faced the formidable challenge of steering a young, impoverished nation, with over 70% of the population below the poverty line and about 85% living in rural areas reliant on low-yield agriculture. Additionally, the aftermath of Partition brought a refugee crisis and communal unrest, compounding these issues.

Nehru believed that addressing these hurdles required modernization through science, industry, and infrastructure. He championed the establishment of institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), beginning with IIT Kharagpur in 1951, to foster technical knowledge and innovation. With the founding of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in 1942, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 1962, and the Atomic Energy Commission in 1948, he laid the groundwork for India’s research capabilities, space exploration, and nuclear energy advancements.

Economic stability was another priority, and Nehru adopted a state-led approach through Five-Year Plans starting in 1951. The First Five-Year Plan focused on agricultural development to address food security and support rural communities, leading to projects like the Bhakra-Nangal Dam, which provided vital irrigation and power. The Second Five-Year Plan (1956-1961) emphasized industrialization, building a manufacturing base through public sector enterprises that generated employment and economic diversity. Although poverty remained high at the end of his tenure, these efforts sparked gradual poverty reduction.

On the global stage, Nehru’s commitment to non-alignment during the Cold War positioned India as an independent player in international affairs, enabling it to receive foreign aid and technology from both superpowers without aligning with either. This diplomatic strategy brought valuable resources while preserving India's sovereignty.

Nehru’s contributions in fostering scientific advancement, industrialization, and neutral diplomacy transformed India’s trajectory from a struggling post-colonial state to a nation centered on scientific values and self-sufficiency. His legacy lives on in institutions like the IITs, ISRO, and CSIR, which continue to shape India’s strengths in technology, space exploration, and economic growth.

Celebrating Children's Day on November 14, we honor the legacy of Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, who saw children as the nation's future and affectionately earned the name "Chacha Nehru." This day reminds us of the responsibility to nurture, educate, and empower every child for a brighter tomorrow.

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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has clarified the reasons for rejecting applications for foreign funds under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). This marks the first time the reasons have been explicitly listed, ensuring greater transparency in the decision-making process. The move aims to regulate the inflow of foreign contributions and ensure they align with national interests.

#FCRA #ForeignFunds #Governance #Transparency #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

Coachings are prohibited from using deceptive claims such as 100 per cent selection rates or guaranteed job security.
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The guidelines will target the common tactic used by any person engaged in coaching
i.e. creating a false sense of urgency or scarcity, such as implying limited seats or exaggerated demand, to pressure students into making immediate decision.
In a notable move, the guidelines reportedly will prevent coaching centers from using students' names, photos, or testimonials in advertisements without their written consent—and importantly, this consent must be obtained only after the student’s success.

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/11/13/inter-state-council-explained.html

"The Inter-State Council has been reconstituted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as chairman, including all chief ministers, nine Union ministers as members, and 13 Union ministers as permanent invitees. This council plays a key role in promoting Centre-State and interstate coordination and cooperation." 🤝🇮🇳

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https://www.manoramayearbook.in/getmentored/current-affairs/2024/11/13/sc-ruling-on-private-properties.html

"🏛️ The Supreme Court's recent verdict on private property rights sheds new light on ownership and individual rights. A significant shift with broad implications for property laws and social justice in India. 📜✨ #PrivatePropertyRights #SupremeCourt #LegalUpdate #UPSC #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #ManoramaYearbookOnline"

"Justice Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Nov 11. A new era begins in India's judicial journey."

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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has found that major food delivery platforms in India may be violating antitrust laws. According to confidential CCI documents, these platforms reportedly engage in business practices that favor certain restaurants, which could harm fair competition and limit choices for consumers. This scrutiny highlights growing concerns over how tech giants influence market dynamics in India’s rapidly expanding food delivery industry.

#CCI #Antitrust #FoodDelivery #India

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🌍 The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change is set to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22. Leaders from around the world will gather to address climate goals and push for stronger international commitments to curb climate change. #COP29 #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

"🌞 India moves forward with its ambitious 'One Sun One World One Grid' (OSOWOG) initiative, engaging with Oman, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Maldives, and Singapore to establish cross-border electricity transmission lines. This step towards a global renewable energy grid aims to unite nations under a shared vision for sustainable power."

#OSOWOG #GlobalEnergy #RenewableFuture #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

World Science Day for Peace and Development

UPSC has released the notification of recruitment 2024 for the post of Assistant Programmer in Central Bureau of Investigation, Department.

⚖️ A landmark decision by the Supreme Court as it overturns its 1967 verdict and calls for a fresh reassessment of Aligarh Muslim University's minority status. The move marks a significant shift in the legal landscape!"

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/11/09/sc-amu-minority-status.html

#AMU #SupremeCourt #LegalReform #Justice #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/getmentored/current-affairs/2024/11/08/iucn-global-tree-assessment.html

🌳 38% of the world’s trees are at risk of extinction, according to the first-ever Global Tree Assessment by the IUCN. With over 16,000 species under threat, urgent conservation efforts are needed to protect our planet's biodiversity. 🌍 #GlobalTreeAssessment #Conservation #IUCN #EnvironmentalAwareness #Biodiversity #NatureMatters #Sustainability #PlanetCare #SaveOurTrees #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam suggests India's participation in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to boost economic ties and global trade.

#InternationalTrade #India #Prelims2025 #ManoramaYearbookOnline #RCEP #CPTP

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/11/08/international-solar-alliance-isa.html

India has been re-elected as the President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for the 2024-2026 term, with France as Co-President. This announcement was made during the 7th ISA Assembly held in New Delhi from November 3-6, where global efforts in promoting solar energy were discussed.

#SolarEnergy #InternationalSolarAlliance #IndiaLeadership #ManoramaYearbookOnline #UPSC

The Union Cabinet has approved the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme, a financial support initiative aimed at meritorious students pursuing higher education. This program is a step towards making quality education accessible to deserving students across India.


#EducationForAll #PMVidyalaxmi #UPSC #ManoramaYearbookOnline #UPSCPreparation

The International Energy Agency (IEA) focuses on advancing global energy security and sustainability. It offers policy guidance, data, and analysis to promote energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and transition to clean energy sources. The IEA's efforts support global cooperation on energy issues, ensuring reliable and affordable energy access while addressing environmental challenges.

#EnergySecurity #Sustainability #IEA #CleanEnergy

"Historic U.S. Presidential Election!
Donald Trump is set to return to the White House after defeating Kamala Harris in one of the tightest races in decades. 🏛️ Every four years, Americans cast their votes in this monumental process to choose their President and Vice President."✨

#USPresidentialElection #HistoricRace #WhiteHouse #Election2024 #ManoramaYearbookOnline #GlobalAffairs

"🇺🇸 The US Presidential election is making history with one of the closest races in decades! Every four years, US citizens cast their vote for the President & Vice President, but this election stands out for its fierce competition. 🗳️ The path to the White House includes both a popular vote and the Electoral College system. A race to watch! 🔥 #USElection2024 #ElectionProcess #USPolitics #ManoramaYearbookOnline"


https://www.manoramayearbook.in/getmentored/current-affairs/2024/11/06/us-presidential-election-process.html

"🌱 At COP 16, Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh unveiled India's updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP), reinforcing the nation's commitment to preserving biodiversity and achieving global environmental goals." 🌍

#Biodiversity #Sustainability #COP16 #India #ClimateAction #ManoramaYearbookOnline

"🌊 Climate change is reshaping the Himalayas—glacial lakes have expanded by 10.81% from 2011 to 2024, raising concerns of potential glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). A timely alert from the Central Water Commission!" 🌍💧

#ClimateChange #Himalayas #GLOF #EnvironmentalImpact #ManoramaYearbookOnline

"📰 In a landmark 8:1 ruling, the Supreme Court upholds states' authority to regulate industrial alcohol, overturning a previous seven-judge bench verdict. This decision reinforces state power over production and supply in the alcohol industry. 💼⚖️ #SupremeCourt #IndustrialAlcohol #StatePowers #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025"

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/getmentored/current-affairs/2024/10/26/sc-verdict-industrial-alcohol.html

"💼🚀 Exciting news for aspiring entrepreneurs!
The government has doubled the loan limit under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana to ₹20 lakh! This move aims to empower and promote entrepreneurship across the nation, ensuring that no dream goes unfunded. Let's seize the opportunity!" 💪

#MudraYojana #Entrepreneurship #Empowerment #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

"📜 Justice Sanjiv Khanna steps into history as the 51st Chief Justice of India, with his oath-taking set for November 11! With a tenure of six months, Justice Khanna’s leadership in India’s highest court brings a new chapter to the judiciary." ⚖️

#ChiefJustice #JusticeSanjivKhanna #SupremeCourt #IndianJudiciary #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #KeralaPSC #SecretariatAssistant #ExamPrep #SuccessJourney #StudyMotivation

"🌱 The IAEA’s Climate Change and Nuclear Power 2024 report calls for a major investment boost to meet nuclear energy expansion targets, essential for a sustainable future. A reminder of the pivotal role nuclear power can play in addressing climate change!" 🌍

#ClimateAction #NuclearEnergy #IAEA #SustainableFuture #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

"🌍 BRICS nations commit to boosting trade in local currencies, exploring an independent cross-border settlement, and strengthening the New Development Bank as a new-age multilateral institution. Together, they champion ‘Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security."

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/world/2024/10/25/brics-kazan-declaration.html

#BRICS #GlobalDevelopment #FinancialCooperation #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

Nothing is as chaotic as it seems.
Nothing is worth your health.
Nothing is worth poisoning yourself into stress, anxiety, and fear.

Smile, breathe and go slowly.

"In a major breakthrough, India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling at key friction points along the LAC in eastern Ladakh. This agreement marks a step towards disengagement and resolution of the tensions that began in 2020." 🤝

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/10/23/india-china-patrolling-agreement.html

#IndiaChinaRelations #LAC #Diplomacy #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

Canadian MPs call for Justin Trudeau's resignation, deadline set for October 28

Trudeau is facing mounting pressure from within his own party, with dissident Liberal MPs giving him an ultimatum to decide his future by October 28.

"🌍 United Nations Day is celebrated on October 24, marking the anniversary of the UN Charter and the global commitment to peace, security, and cooperation! Let’s work together for a better world." 🕊️

#UnitedNationsDay #GlobalPeace #SustainableDevelopment #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.

Henry David Thoreau

"📊 India ranks 105th in the Global Hunger Index 2024, falling within the 'serious' category alongside Pakistan and Afghanistan. Meanwhile, South Asian neighbours like Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka fare better with 'moderate' hunger levels. Belarus leads with the lowest hunger level worldwide. 🆘 A call for urgent action on food security! 🌾

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/getmentored/current-affairs/2024/10/23/india-hunger-index-explainer.html



#GlobalHungerIndex #IndiaGHI #FoodSecurity #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025"

"🦋 Kaziranga National Park is now home to over 446 butterfly species, placing it second after Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh for butterfly diversity in India. A testament to the richness of India's ecosystems!" 🌿

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/10/19/kaziranga-butterfly-biodiversity-hotspot.html


#Kaziranga #Biodiversity #GS3 #Environment #Ecology #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025

"🏞️ Significant strides towards restoring statehood in Jammu & Kashmir as Lt Governor Manoj Sinha approves the Chief Minister-led cabinet resolution! This marks a crucial moment for regional governance and autonomy. 🗳️ Let's hope for a brighter future for J&K!" ✨

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/10/21/jk-cabinet-resolution-to-restore-statehood.html


#JammuAndKashmir #StatehoodRestoration #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025

UPSC Mains Question (GS Paper I)

Question: Child marriage in India continues to be influenced by socio-economic factors like poverty, patriarchy, and lack of education. Analyze how these factors perpetuate child marriage despite legal safeguards and awareness initiatives. Suggest comprehensive measures to address these root causes.

Word Limit: 250

Paper: GS Paper I – Indian Society

Preventing, eliminating child marriage

"🛑 The Supreme Court takes a strong stand to eradicate child marriage, directing the Centre and states towards legal enforcement, judicial action, and tech-driven initiatives. A significant step forward for child rights in India! 👏 #ChildMarriage #SupremeCourt #JusticeForChildren #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #GS1Society #SocialIssues"

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/india/special-articles/2024/10/19/child-marriage-upsc.html

"🇮🇳 PM Narendra Modi set to attend the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia on October 22-23, focusing on assessing progress and exploring new avenues for collaboration within the BRICS framework. #BRICS2024 #IndiaInBRICS #GlobalLeadership #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #ManoramaYearbookOnline"

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/10/19/modi-brics-summit-in-russia.html

"🍚 The government has approved the supply of fortified rice under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS), ensuring better nutrition through the National Food Security Act (NFSA), ICDS, PM POSHAN, and other welfare schemes across all states and Union Territories by 2024."

#NutritionForAll #FortifiedRice #NFSA #PMPoshan #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #ManoramaYearbookOnline

Never stop dreaming, never stop believing, never give up, never stop trying, and never stop learning.”

Roy T. Bennett

UPSC Postpones the ESE (Preliminary) and ESE (Main) Exam, 2025 to 8th June 2025 and 10th August 2025

UPSC Decides to Open New Application Window From 18th October to 22nd November 2024 for ESE 2025

"📊🌾 Minimum Support Price (MSP) is a safety net for farmers in India, protecting them from price drops during bumper production seasons. Though not legally binding, it offers a guaranteed return on their produce, ensuring agricultural stability. Let's support our farmers and promote sustainable growth!" 🌱🚜

#MSP #FarmersFirst #Agriculture #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #ManoramaYearbookOnline #SustainableFarming

Sarvodaya is a term meaning 'Universal Uplift' or 'Progress of All'. The term was first coined by Mohandas Gandhi as the title of his 1908 translation of John Ruskin's tract on political economy, "Unto This Last", and Gandhi came to use the term for the ideal of his own political philosophy. Later Gandhian, like the Indian nonviolence activist Vinoba Bhave, embraced the term as a name for the social movement in post-independence India which strove to ensure that self-determination and equality reached all strata of India society.

#ethics

What is greenwashing?

"New guidelines by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) aim to prevent greenwashing and promote transparency in eco-friendly marketing, safeguarding consumer rights. 🌍🛡 #Greenwashing #ConsumerProtection #EcoFriendly #ManoramaYearbookOnline"#IndianForestService

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/10/18/greenwashing-explained.html

"Recent developments within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) highlight crucial concerns about political symbols, party recognition, and internal democracy in India. NCP founder Sharad Pawar has moved the Supreme Court to stop the Ajit Pawar faction from using the ‘clock’ symbol in the Maharashtra assembly elections."

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/current-affairs/india/2024/10/15/election-commission-party-symbol-disputes.html

#NCP #PoliticalSymbols #SupremeCourt #IndianPolitics #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #CurrentAffairs

"India steps up its commitment to biodiversity protection, aligning with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework ahead of COP16 in Cali, Colombia. 🌿🇮🇳 #Biodiversity #Sustainability #COP16 #ManoramaYearbookOnline"

https://www.manoramayearbook.in/getmentored/current-affairs/2024/10/17/biodiversity-targets.html

"World Food Day is celebrated on October 16 to honor the establishment of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and raise awareness about global hunger and food security."

#WorldFoodDay #FAO #ZeroHunger #SustainableAgriculture #ManoramaYearbookOnline #Prelims2025 #Mains2025 #CurrentAffairs

World Food Day 2024