Blue Flag certification is a globally recognized eco-label accorded by Foundation for Environment Education in Denmark (FEE). The water bodies are given this label if the stringent criteria are maintained. The Blue flag beaches are often in news hence it is necessary to understand its significance. … [Read more...] about Blue Flag Certification
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Emissions Gap Report 2022
UNEP has released the Emissions Gap Report 2022. As growing climate change impacts are experienced across the globe, the message that greenhouse gas emissions must fall is unambiguous. Read here to know the gist of the report. The "Emissions Gap Report 2022: The Closing Window - Climate crisis … [Read more...] about Emissions Gap Report 2022
Prelims Test Series + Personal Mentorship
ClearIAS has bundled UPSC Prelims Online Mock Test Series and Personal Mentorship into the Prelims Marks Booster Plus (PMB+) Program. Read to know more. Right from the start of ClearIAS.com in 2012, ClearIAS Prelims Test Series has been one of our flagship programs. This most sought-after … [Read more...] about Prelims Test Series + Personal Mentorship
Butterfly mines: Everything you need to know
What are Butterfly mines? Is it easy to detect? Are these kinds of mines allowed by international law? Read here to know more. Butterfly Mines, the name is very beautiful, right? But they are very dangerous. The UK Ministry of Defence, in its intelligence assessment of the ongoing war in … [Read more...] about Butterfly mines: Everything you need to know
Subsidies in India
What do you mean by Subsidies? What is the rationale behind providing subsidies? Are subsidies burdening India as a developing country with limited budgetary resources? Read here to know more. A benefit granted to a person, company, or institution is known as a subsidy. It is generally … [Read more...] about Subsidies in India
e-Governance: Applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential
What is e-governance? Why is it needed? What are the challenges? Is there any government initiatives? To answer these questions, read further. e-Governance is the use of information and communication technology (ICT) to provide government services, exchange information, conduct transactions, and … [Read more...] about e-Governance: Applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential
Indian Financial System
The Indian Financial System plays a vital role in the Indian Economy. It has several components that are explained in detail in this article. In India, there are primarily two types of financial institutions: Banks and Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFIs). The main distinction between a … [Read more...] about Indian Financial System
Khelo India Scheme
What is Khelo India scheme? What are its major objectives? Who are its target beneficiaries? What are the benefits of the program? Continue reading to know more. India has advanced steadily in the field of sports during the past several years. This enormous potential must be displayed on a … [Read more...] about Khelo India Scheme
Good Governance
What is Good Governance? What are the features of Good Governance? What are its benefits and challenges? To answer these questions, read further. According to UNESCAP, good governance means processes and institutions that produce results which meet the needs of society while making the best use … [Read more...] about Good Governance
Fractional Orbital Bombardment System
Did you hear about the Fractional Orbital Bombardment System? What are the concerns associated with it for India? Read the following article to know more about this. Between the 1950s and 1960s, the US and USSR were racing each other in a global arms race and were actively searching for more … [Read more...] about Fractional Orbital Bombardment System
