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Context: A recent report by Land Conflict Watch, a data research agency tracking land-related conflicts in India, has highlighted a notable correlation between land conflicts and the enforcement of the Forest Rights Act (FRA). The findings suggest that the implementation and interpretation of the FRA may be contributing to conflicts over land rights and ownership, […] The post Land Conflict Watch Links Land Conflicts to Forest Rights Act Enforcement appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

CONTENT Surya Tilak Project Context: The Surya Tilak Project, a remarkable endeavour, recently unfolded at Ayodhya, bringing sunlight to the forehead of Sri Ram Lalla. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Overview of the Surya Tilak Project Description and Purpose Role of IIA Opto-Mechanical System Future Plans Maintenance and Challenges Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) Establishment […] The post PIB Summaries 19 April 2024 appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

Context: A team of archaeologists claimed to have discovered a unique Iron Age megalithic site at Ooragutta near Bandala village in SS Tadvai mandal of Mulugu district, Telangana. Relevance: GS I: History Overview of the Iron Age Definition and Timeline Geographical Spread Introduction and Impact of Iron Technological Advancements End of the Iron Age -Source: […] The post Overview of the Iron Age appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

Context: The Supreme Court of India recently acknowledged the right to protection from the impacts of climate change as part of the fundamental rights to life (Article 21) and equality (Article 19) enshrined in the Indian Constitution. This landmark ruling was made during a case concerning the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard and the […] The post Right to Protection from Climate Change Impacts appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

Context: In a first, the Athletics Federation of India has disaffiliated 16 district associations across the country for failing to send teams for the National inter-district junior athletics meet held recently. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Athletics Federation of India (AFI) Overview Affiliations History and Structure Key Responsibilities Promotion and Development Initiatives -Source: The Hindu The post Athletics Federation of India appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

CONTENTS PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 Context: In a significant accomplishment, ISRO’s PSLV-C58/XPoSat mission successfully achieved near-zero debris in Earth’s orbit by converting the final stage into the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 (POEM-3). Instead of leaving debris in orbit after completing its mission, the POEM-3 was safely re-entered into the Earth’s atmosphere. Relevance: GS III: Science […] The post Current Affairs 19 April 2024 appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

Context; Six months into the war, Gaza is facing a humanitarian crisis disproportionately impacting women and girls, according to a new report by UN Women. Relevance: GS II: International Relations UN Women Overview Purpose and Establishment Core Objectives Global Engagement Country-Specific Initiatives Funding Mechanisms Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) Information Dissemination -Source: Down […] The post UN Women Overview appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

Context: In a significant accomplishment, ISRO’s PSLV-C58/XPoSat mission successfully achieved near-zero debris in Earth’s orbit by converting the final stage into the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 (POEM-3). Instead of leaving debris in orbit after completing its mission, the POEM-3 was safely re-entered into the Earth’s atmosphere. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the […] The post PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 appeared first on Legacy IAS Academy ..read more

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