Page-5 of Current General Studies [Prelims]
State Taxes and Registration Rules for Motor Vehicles in India
Motor vehicle taxes and registration fees in India are largely decided by states, making them an important part of fiscal federalism. The system combines constitutional taxing powers, central...
Major Spectrum Allocation Mechanisms in India
Radio-frequency spectrum is one of India’s most valuable and limited digital resources. Its allocation affects mobile connectivity, broadcasting, satellite services, public safety, and national security. Because spectrum is...
Important Antibiotics and Antibacterial Drug Combinations
Antibiotics are medicines used to treat bacterial infections by killing bacteria or stopping their growth. They remain among the most important tools in modern medicine, but their use...
Important Military and Space Bases in the Arctic
The Arctic has emerged as a major strategic zone because of its shipping routes, mineral wealth, and military value. Its harsh climate has not prevented Arctic states from...
Major Defence Pacts and Security Agreements in the World
Defence pacts and security agreements shape how states respond to external threats, share military resources, and coordinate strategy. Some are collective-defence treaties with binding obligations, while others are...
Major Attack Helicopters in India
India’s attack helicopter fleet is a key part of its air power and battlefield support capability. These rotary-wing platforms are used for offensive strikes, close air support, reconnaissance,...
Key Immunisation Vaccines and Birth Dose Coverage in India
India’s immunisation framework combines routine childhood vaccines, maternal protection and early birth-dose coverage to reduce illness from vaccine-preventable diseases. Within this system, hepatitis B prevention is especially important...
Cyclone Alert Levels and Naming Systems
Tropical cyclones are among the most destructive weather systems over warm oceans, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and storm surges. For public safety, they are tracked through graded...
Major Racket Sports in Asia
Asia has a deep and varied racket-sports culture, ranging from globally mainstream disciplines such as tennis and badminton to regionally rooted games like soft tennis. These sports have...
Sports Injuries and Athlete Retirement in India and the World
Sports injuries are a major concern in competitive sport because they can disrupt training, reduce performance and, in many cases, end careers early. The impact is not limited...
Major Cyclone-Prone Basins of India
India’s long coastline makes it highly vulnerable to tropical cyclones in the North Indian Ocean. Two basins dominate cyclone formation here: the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian...
