UPSC Current Affairs
Cloud Over Accreditation: Why India’s Human Rights Body Faces Scrutiny
Why India’s Human Rights Commission Faces Challenges NHRC the country’s primary body tasked with safeguarding human rights, has found itself in a precarious position. For the second consecutive year, a crucial UN-linked organization has deferred accreditation for the NHRC, raising concerns about its effectiveness and independence. This development comes from the Global Alliance of National … Read more
India Leads Talks on Antarctic Tourism at the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting
Why the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting in news? India is stepping into a pivotal role at the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) currently underway in Kochi, India. This year’s meeting marks a significant milestone with India facilitating the first-ever dedicated working group discussions on regulating tourism in Antarctica. The Antarctic Treaty System, established in … Read more
Unveiling the Challenges of Solid Waste Management in India
Why in news? India’s economic boom and burgeoning population have brought undeniable progress, but also a pressing challenge – solid waste management. The recent Supreme Court’s critique of New Delhi’s situation, with over 3,800 tonnes of untreated waste posing health and environmental threats, underscores the national urgency. Understanding Solid Waste Management Solid waste encompasses various … Read more
Shaping the Future of the Biodiversity: Key Takeaways from the Advisory Session
Why in news? The fight for biodiversity just got a boost. The 26th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA-26) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) concluded on May 18th, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya. This crucial meeting laid the groundwork for implementing the ambitious “Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework,” adopted … Read more
The Sundarbans: Preserving the Jewel of the Bengal Delta
Why in news? The Sundarbans, a mesmerizing tapestry woven from the mighty Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, sprawls across the Bay of Bengal. This isn’t just any wetland; it’s the world’s largest mangrove forest, a haven for an astonishing array of flora and fauna. But a recent study has cast a long shadow over this … Read more