13th November 2021 (5 Topics)
13th November 2021
GS-I: Geography
- Important Geophysical Phenomena
Context
The annual Leonids Meteor Shower has begun.
About Leonids Meteor Shower
- It is an annual spectacle in the night sky in November.
- The meteors originate from the comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle, which orbits the sun every 33 years and intersects the Earth’s orbit directly in its path.
- It leaves behind a trail every time it intersects the Earth’s orbit, once in 33 years.
- But the Earth passes through this trail each year as it revolves around the sun, causing meteor showers to occur.
- They can be seen with the naked eye when the sky is clear and there is no moonlight.
Meteorites are a treasure trove of information regarding the origin and evolution of Earth and the solar system. Elaborate. (150 Words)
Approach:
- Introduce by giving a definition of Meteorites
- Enumerate how meteorites provide useful information
- Enumerate various space missions to study meteorites
- Conclusion
GS-II: Polity & Governance
- Government policies and interventions
GS-III: Science and Technology
- Awareness in the fields of IT
Context
The Star College Mentorship Programme has been recently launched by the Ministry of Science and Technology.
- It is the first-ever Mentorship Programme for Young Innovators to mark the 75th Year of India’s Independence.
- It aims to help towards the concept of networking, hand-holding and outreach.
Convergence, Collaboration, Competition between higher Education institutions in India can potentially propel the sector towards betterment. In this regard, give an account of government measures to increase these interactions between higher education institutions. (250 Words)
Approach:
- Introduce by giving data on higher education sector in India
- Enumerate the importance of Convergence, Collaboration, Competition between higher education institutions
- List the steps taken by Government
- Way Forward and Conclusion
GS-III: Economy
- Growth & Development, Economic Sectors
Context
The latest Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) Report (Index) 2021 has been released.
LEADS Index
- LEADS Index is a composite indicator to assess international trade logistics across states and Union territories.
- It is an attempt to bring Longevity, Efficiency, Accuracy, Durability, and Smartness to the Logistics sector.
- It was launched in 2018.
Analyze the challenges and opportunities that are present for the Logistics sector in India. (250 Words)
Approach:
- Introduce by giving a brief definition of Logistics. Briefly highlight the condition of Logistics sector in India
- Enumerate the challenges faced by the sector
- Enumerate the opportunities that sector has in present and future
- List various measures taken by the Government to give a boost to the sector.
- Way Forward and Conclusion
GS-II: Polity & Governance
- Government Policies & Intervention, Judiciary
Context
The National Legal Services Day (NLSD) was recently celebrated to spread awareness for ensuring reasonable fair and justice procedures for all citizens.
Lok Aadats were established to provide justice to the weaker sections of the society at nominal rates . Critically analyze the performance of Lok Adalats in fulfilling its objective. (250 Words)
Approach:
- Introduce by giving a brief overview of Lok Adalats like, they were constituted under Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
- Enumerate the key features of lok Adalats
- Enumerate the bottlenecks faced by Lok Adalats in fulfilling their objective
- Way Forward and Conclusion
GS-II: Polity & Governance
- Government Policies & Intervention
Context
The Union government has recently notified the Minerals Concession (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2021. These will pave the way for the sale of 50 percent of mineral produced from captive mines, transfer of mines without any charges, and partial surrender of a lease.
Major objective of the Rules
- increasing employment and investment in the mining sector
- increase revenue to the States
- increase the production and time bound operationalisation of mines
- increase the pace of exploration
- auction of mineral resources, etc.
While mining plays an important role in the economy of the country, it can have harmful impacts on its environment. In this regard, analyze the Mines and Minerals (Development and Amendment) Act, 1957 in India. (250 Words)
Approach:
- Introduce by giving a brief overview of mining sector in India
- Enumerate the importance of mining for economy and its harmful impacts
- Enumerate key features of MMDR Act
- Enumerate the issues that still remain
- Way forward and Conclusion
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