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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 15, 2025
1. Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Sporosarcina pasteurii is a bacterium that can enhance the strength of bricks made from lunar soil. Statement-II: This bacterium is capable of converting urea and calcium into calcium carbonate crystals, which help bind soil ..
Telangana Implements Scheduled Castes Sub-Categorisation Act
On April 14, 2025, Telangana became the first state of India to implement the Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation. This landmark decision follows the passing of the Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025. The Act aims to divide the ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Type 5 Diabetes
Recently, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) acknowledged Type 5 diabetes as a distinct health condition during the World Diabetes Congress held in Bangkok. The condition, primarily affecting malnourished individuals, had remained largely unrecognised despite its global impact. About Type 5 ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 15, 2025
1. Which institution has developed India’s first automated bat monitoring system called BatEchoMon? [A] Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), Bengaluru[B] Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur[C] Indian Institute of Science (IISc)[D] Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee Show Answer ..
Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action
The intersection of gender equality and climate change is a pressing issue in India. As we mark 30 years since the Beijing Declaration, gaps remain in implementing policies that promote gender equality. Rural women face unique challenges due to climate ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Climate Change Impact on Water Cycle in India
Recent studies indicate that climate change will affect the water cycle in the southern Western Ghats and surrounding coastal regions of India. Researchers predict a dramatic rise in rainfall and extreme weather events due to increasing temperatures. This research marks ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Mugger Crocodile Conservation Efforts in Tamil Nadu
Recent studies by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department are focusing on mapping the population of mugger crocodiles. These efforts aim to reduce human-crocodile conflicts in the Cauvery delta. The mugger crocodile, or marsh crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), is the most widespread ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Surge in Paediatric Tuberculosis Cases in India
The rise in notified paediatric tuberculosis (TB) cases in India has become public health concern. Recent data indicates a 38 per cent increase in cases among children aged up to 14 years from 2020 to 2024. This surge is attributed ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Health Current Affairs
Lichens Show Resilience in Mars-Like Conditions
Recent studies have revealed that certain lichens can survive harsh Martian conditions. This discovery challenges previous beliefs about life on Mars. The research shows that lichens not only endure extreme environments but also remain metabolically active. These findings have implications ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Mount Spurr Volcano
Mount Spurr, situated near Anchorage, Alaska, is currently under scrutiny due to increased volcanic activity. A recent swarm of earthquakes has raised alarms among scientists and residents alike. The Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) has reported over 50 seismic events in ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs