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NATIONAL SYMBOLS OF INDIA
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National Symbols of India 🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿 The Republic of India has several national symbols. The national symbols of India represent the culture and nature of India's National Identity. They infuse a sense of pride and patriotism in every Indian's heart. They were picked up at various times. Below is the list of National Symbols of Incredible India that one should be proud of. National Symbols of India Here is the list of national symbols of India. National Flag :Tiranga National Anthem: Jana Gana Mana National Calendar: Saka calendar National Song : Vande Mataram National Fruit : Mango National River : Ganga National Animal : Royal Bengal Tiger National Tree : Indian Banyan National Aquatic Animal : Ganges River Dolphin National Bird : Indian Peacock National Currency: Indian Rupee National Reptile: King Cobra National Heritage Animal: Indian Elephant National Flower : Lotus National Vegetable :Pumpkin Oath of Allegiance: National Ple...
VELU NACHIYAR
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🍁🍁 Velu Nachiyar: The Tamil Queen Who Fought Away the British 🍁🍁 ************************************** Velu Nachiyar, the little-known queen from Tamil Nadu, was the first Indian ruler to fight and triumph against the British. Popularly known as ‘veeramangai’ (brave woman), she also devised the first recorded suicide bombing in history, with her Dalit commander-in-chief Kuyili. FACTS AS POINTS ****************** 🍀Born in 1730 to Raja Chellamuthu Vijayaragunatha Sethupathy and Rani Sakandimuthal, she was an only child. 🍀 She was trained in horse-riding, archery, and martial arts such as valari (throwing sickle) and silambam (fighting with a stick). 🍀At age 16, Velu Nachiyar was married to Muthuvadugananthur Udaiyathevar, the prince of Sivagangai. They had a daughter together called Vellachi, and ruled over the kingdom for over two decades – from 1750 to 1772. 🍀The British invaded Sivagangai with the son of the Nawab of Arcot and killed Velu Nachiyar’s hus...
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AIR BUBBLES AND AIR BRIDGES
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AIR BUBBLES AND AIR BRIDGES Plans for so-called air bridges and travel bubbles are agreements between countries allowing citizens to cross borders without needing to quarantine , inorder to provide hope for a resumption of travel, allowing international commerce and tourism to return. But rather than reuniting a fractured world, the reopening of travel based on separate international circles of trust risks introducing new divisions. In particular it will highlight the clout of three major powers—China, the European Union, and the United States—while also dividing the world into countries that have handled the pandemic well from those who have struggled. With the bubbles come a new—if, hopefully, temporary—geopolitical order divided along epidemiological lines, with complex implications for trade, tourism, and investment patterns. The collapse of global travel is unprecedented. About half of the world’s flights have been grounded, and passenger travel has declined by 95...
DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL (02/06/2020) & (03/06/2020)
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*DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL* (02/06/2020) & (03/06/2020) ========================= Qn.1) With reference to WISTEMM program recently seen in the news, consider the following statements 1. It is an initiative by the Department of Science and Technology. 2. It provides opportunities to Indian Women Scientists, Engineers & Technologists to undertake international collaborative research in premier institutions in the U.S.A. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Ans: (c) Both 1 and 2 👉 NOTES : Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (WISTEMM)”program is implemented by the Department of Science and Technology(DST). Aim: To provide opportunities to Indian Women Scientists, Engineers & Technologists to undertake international collaborative research in premier institutions in the U.S.A, to enhance their research capacities and capabilities. ========================== Qn.2) With reference...
DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL (30/05/2020)
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* DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL * (30/05/2020) ====================== Qn.1) Consider the following statements 1. The Speaker is empowered to force a Member to withdraw from the House, or to place him/her under suspension only after consultation with Rules Committee 2. The speaker is empowered to revoke a suspension of a member upon his/her discretion. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Ans: (d) Neither 1 nor 2 NOTES: Rule Number 373 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business says: “The Speaker, if is of the opinion that the conduct of any Member is grossly disorderly, may direct such Member to withdraw immediately from the House, and any Member so ordered to withdraw shall do so forthwith and shall remain absent during the remainder of the day’s sitting.” While the Speaker is empowered to place a Member under suspension, the authority for revocation of this order is not vested in her. It is for th...
DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL (29/05/2020)
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* DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL * (29/05/2020) ====================== Qn.1) Hague convention, often seen in the news, is related with: (a) Child Abduction (b) Hazardous Chemical substances (c) Sustainable development (d) IMF formation Ans: (a) Child Abdution NOTES: The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction or Hague Abduction Convention is a multilateral treaty developed by the Hague Conference on Private International Law that provides an expeditious method to return a child internationally abducted by a parent from one member country to another. It is related with Child Adoption Regulatory Authority (CARA). ========================== Qn.2) With reference to North-East Venture Fund (NEVF), consider the following statements 1. It is a close-ended fund with a capital commitment of Rs 100 crore. 2. It is the first dedicated venture capital fund for the North Eastern Region. 3. It is initiated by North Eastern Development Finance Corpor...
DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL (28/05/2020)
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* DAILY PRELIMS IN DETAIL* (28/05/2020) ====================== Qn.1) With reference to in- flight Wi-fi connectivity consider the following statements 1. In flight Wi-Fi connectivity can only be accessed through satellite-based services. 2. At present In-flight Wi-Fi connectivity is banned in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Ans: (d) Neither 1 nor 2 NOTES: In-flight connectivity systems use two kinds of technologies– terrestrial and satellite internet services. Once flight mode is activated, the plane’s antenna will link to terrestrial Internet services provided by telecom service providers. Then, when the aircraft has climbed to 3,000 m, the antenna will switch to satellite-based services. This way, there will be no break in Internet services to passengers, and cross-interference between terrestrial and satellite networks will be avoided. IMPORTANCE : The government has permitted airl...
Economy Facts for Prelims 2020
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WHAT ARE AT-1 BONDS ===================== • Additional Tier-1 (AT-1) bonds are unsecured perpetual bonds — with no maturity — issued by banks to shore up their capital base to meet Basel III requirements. • The RBI is the regulator for these bonds. • TheAT-1Bonds was introduced by Basel III post the 2008 financial crisis, to protect depositors of a bank on a going concern basis. These bonds are also commonly known as Contingent convertible capital instruments (CoCos). • Under the Based III framework, bank’s regulatory capital is divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2 capital. Tier 1 capital is subdivided into Common Equity (CET) and Additional Capital (AT1). In simple terms, equity and preference capital is classified as CET and perpetual bonds are classified as AT1. Together, CET ...
DAILY PRELIMS - GEOGRAPHY AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
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DAILY PRELIMS - GEOGRAPHY AND CURRENT AFFAIRS ================================ Q.1) Mundari and Santhali are part of which family of languages in India? a) Austric (Nishada) b) Dravidian c) Indo-European (Aryan) d) Sino-Tibetan (Kirata) Ans: (a) Q.2) Which among the following are push factors for migration? 1. Epidemic 2. Peace and stability. 3. Unemployment. 4. Unfavourable climate. Choose the correct option: a) 1 and 4 only b) 1, 2 and 3 only c) 1, 3 and 4 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Ans: (c) Q.3) Which of the following factors determine the shape and structure of rural settlements? 1. Water Availability. 2. Cultural factors. 3. Security. 4. Local temperature Choose the correct option: a) 4 only b) 1 and 4 only c) 1, 3 and 4 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Ans: (d) Q.4) With respect to the composition of the working population in the country, consider the following statements. 1. The work participation rate tends to be higher in the areas of higher ...
DAILY PRELIMS COMPILED (APRIL 1st-15th,2020)
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DAILY PRELIMS COMPILED APRIL 1st - 15th, 2020 ========================= Qn.1) Bharati Script, recently seen in the news is developed by which among the following? A. Ministry of Culture B. Archaeological Society of India C. IIT Madras D. Nalanda University Ans: (C) IIT Madras ========================= Qn.2) ‘Juice jacking’, recently seen in the relates to: A. Organic farming technique B. Summer drink initiative by central Government C. A Malware D. Cryptocurrency Ans: (C) A malware ========================= Qn.3) With reference to NEONs, ‘Virtual human’ project recently seen in the news, consider the following statements 1. It is the world’s first artificial human project. 2. The project is initiated by Tesla. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Ans: (A) 1 only ========================= Qn.4) Taal volcano, recently seen in the news, erupted in which among the following area? A....