UPSC Current Affairs – January 20-22, 2024

Global Spread of Ramayana GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  The Ramayana, originally a Sanskrit epic, has been popular in India for millennia and has spread globally through various forms such as folk theatre and puppet shows. Historically, the ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 19, 2024

John Maclean’s Legacy GS-1-Modern World History Facts for Pre & Mains:  John Maclean, a Glasgow schoolteacher and socialist, dedicated his life to advancing workers’ rights. Despite his significant role, Maclean is mainly remembered within the Scottish Left and through cultural ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 18, 2024

Global Trade Choke Points and Their Protection GS-2-International Relations Facts for Pre & Mains:  The US and UK military conduct air strikes in Yemen to prevent Houthi attacks on merchant vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb strait. Houthis have attacked fewer ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 16-17, 2024

Sunak’s Rwanda Migration Bill GS-2-International Relations Facts for Pre & Mains:  Britain’s parliament is considering legislation to allow the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda, a plan initiated by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The legislation aims to override legal challenges ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 14-15, 2024

Thiruvalluvar Depiction Controversy GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  Thiruvalluvar Day marked by Tamil Nadu Governor and Chief Minister with differing depictions. Governor’s post shows Thiruvalluvar in saffron, sparking saffronisation allegations by DMK. Chief Minister’s post shows Thiruvalluvar in ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 13, 2024

Winter Festivals Significance GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and other regional festivals mark the transition from winter to warmer months, celebrated on January 14 or 15. These festivals follow the solar cycle, with the sun ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 12, 2024

National Youth Day Celebration GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  India celebrates National Youth Day on January 12, honoring Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary. The day emphasizes living according to Vivekananda’s values, principles, and beliefs since 1984. A National Youth ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 11, 2024

Global Passport Rankings GS-2-International Relations Facts for Pre & Mains:  The Henley Passport Index 2024 ranks global passports based on visa-free access. Top rank shared by France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, and Singapore with access to 194 destinations. India ranks ..