Page-14 of GKToday Archives: May, 2023

NPC Guidelines on Admissions and Quota for Disabled People

May 24, 2023

The National Medical Commission (NMC) is currently developing new guidelines to assess candidates with disabilities in medical courses. These guidelines have been formulated by a 16-member expert panel. However, the recommendations put forward by the panel have garnered mixed reactions. ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : May 24, 2023

May 24, 2023

1. When is the ‘World Telecom Day’ observed every year? [A] May 12[B] May 15[C] May 17[D] May 20 Show Answer Correct Answer: C [May 17] Notes:World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is an international day is celebrated annually on ..

What is Forum Shopping?

May 24, 2023

Forum shopping is a legal term that refers to the deliberate choice made by litigants or lawyers to bring their case before a particular judge or court in the hope of obtaining a more favorable outcome. This practice has drawn ..

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Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – May 7-8, 2023 [Mock Test]

May 24, 2023

1. With respect to the Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF), consider the following statements: It will be managed by the State Bank of India. It will be used by public agencies to create urban infrastructure in Tier 1, Tier 2 ..

Regulation of Big Tech

May 23, 2023

The world of Big Tech has been under increasing regulatory scrutiny due to concerns surrounding privacy violations, data protection, abuse of market dominance, and geopolitical issues. Several major companies have faced fines, bans, and legal battles as governments and enforcement ..

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Mandatory Testing of Cough Syrup Exports

May 23, 2023

In a move to ensure the safety and quality of cough syrups being exported, the Indian government has made it compulsory for cough syrup makers to get their products tested in a government laboratory. This decision comes in response to ..

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Chennai to Host Squash World Cup

May 23, 2023

The city of Chennai is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares to host the highly anticipated 2023 Squash World Cup. This prestigious event, organized by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) in partnership with the World Squash Federation ..

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Enhanced Rock Weathering

May 23, 2023

As the threat of climate change looms large, scientists and environmentalists are exploring various strategies to combat the rising levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. An emerging solution that is receiving recognition involves the process of enhanced rock weathering, ..

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