Daily Prelims Notes 22 May 2024 1. X chromosome revival in older women increases autoimmune disease risk Sub: Science and tech Sec: Health Tags: X chromosome Context: Scientists have found a molecular link between altered X-chromosome inactivation and autoimmune diseases. What is the X chromosome? The X chromosome is one of the two […]
Supreme Court orders against illegal mining in Sariska reserve Sub: Environment Sec: Protected Area Context: The Supreme Court of India ordered the closure of 68 mines within a 1-kilometre radius of critical tiger habitat (CTH) of the Sariska tiger reserve on May 15. Details: The purpose is to stop the illegal mining of […]
Philippines blames China for loss of giant clams in disputed shoal and urges environmental inquiry Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The Philippines accused Chinese fishermen of causing significant damage to giant clams at the disputed Scarborough Shoal, which is controlled by China’s coast guard. Scarborough Shoal: Scarborough Shoal, also known as […]
Helicopter crash kills Iran President, Foreign Minister Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian were confirmed dead after their helicopter crashed in a foggy mountain region. Details: Crashed Helicopter: Bell 212 helicopter Helicopter crash site- Varzaghan of Iran. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed […]
The baobab’s journey from Madagascar to Africa and Australia Sub: Environment Sec: Species in news Context: The origins and history of the baobab tree have been clarified through a new genomic study. Details of the study: The baobab lineage began in Madagascar around 21 million years ago and spread to Africa and Australia within the […]
T.N. will protect its rights in inter-State water disputes Sub: Polity Sec: Federalism Context: DMK general secretary and Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan on Monday maintained that the State government would protect the rights of Tamil Nadu in the inter-State water disputes. More on news: The State government would protect the rights of Tamil […]