21-04-23 Daily-Karnataka-KPSC Current Affairs

Karnataka Affairs

Karnataka education department gives 1.6k schools 45 days to obtain permits

Cracking down on schools without valid permits, thedepartment of school educationand Literacy has given 45 days’ time to these institutions to get the necessary permits.

About 1,600 schools inKarnatakahave been identified as lacking the required permits for functioning.

Following the incident, the Education department asked the deputy directors of public instruction to compile the number of schools that do not have valid recognition.

National and International Affairs

44% ‘partnered’ women in 68 countries dont have right over their body: UN Report

A staggering 44% of partnered Women in 68 countries do not have the right over their body to make informed decisions when it comes to havingsex, usingcontraceptionand seeking Health care. Also an estimated 257 million women worldwide have an unmet need for safe, reliable contraception.

Around 24% of partnered women are unable to say no to sex and 11% are unable to make decisions specifically about contraception, according to data from 68 countries cited inUNFPAs State of World Population Report 2023.

Qatar & Bahrain to Continue Diplomatic Bonds

It was declared by both the countries Qatar and Bahrain that they will reopen their diplomatic relations after a gap of 2 years.

This was decided in the 2nd conference – Bahraini-Qatari Follow-Up Committee held at GCC Central Secretariat Office in Riyadh, Saudi. This is the first step taken after the 2021 boycott of Qatar.

Leaders have recently visited each other and the agreement is done to support and enhance joint Gulf action.

Indias First DNA Database developed by Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh is the first-ever state in India to officially create DNA Database for unidentified bodies.

It has been recorded that about 150 DNA samples of nameless dead bodies. It is a big relief for those people who tirelessly look for the bodies of their families.

Over 100 bodies are discovered across several parts of states in India. Through this step, the details of the bodies will be revealed or identified within seconds.

National Civil Services Day 2023 celebrates on 21st April

In India, April 21 is celebrated as National Civil Service Day, to recognize and appreciate the vital role played by civil servants in the advancement and betterment of the nation. This day offers a chance to express gratitude towards the contributions made by civil servants to Society. The prime minister of the country presents Awards of excellence on this occasion, to encourage civil servants to continue their efforts towards serving the public effectively. Civil Services Day is an occasion for civil servants to rededicate themselves to the cause of citizens and renew their commitments and excellence in work

The theme of this years Civil Service Day is very apt- Viksit Bharat ( ) aimed at Empowering Citizens and Reaching the Last Mile. The theme underscores the Governments resolve and firm commitment to achieving a more equitable and prosperous India for all its citizens by engaging in <a href="https://exam.pscnotes.com/inclusive-Growth“>Inclusive Growth

Recently, the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) has releasedGlobal Food Policy Report: Climate Change & Food Systems, showing Indias risk for hunger could increase 23% by 2030 due to Climate Change.

Indias food production could drop 16% and the number of those at risk for hunger could increase 23% by 2030 due to <a href="https://exam.pscnotes.com/Climate-change”>Climate Change.

Projections are part of a model that was used to evaluate the Impact Of Climate Change on aggregate food production, food consumption (kcal per person per day), net trade of major food commodity groups, and the Population at risk of going hungry.

The number of Indiansat risk from hunger in 2030 is expected to be 73.9 million in 2030and, if the effects of climate change were to befactored in, it would increase to 90.6 million.

Elon Musk comes with a new AI Model TruthGPT

In rivalry with OpenAIs ChatGPT, business tycoon Elon Musk takes a smart step by launching TruthGPT

This upgraded chatbot will provide truth to its users as it is effectively developed with AI experts. TruthGPT will have an understanding of the universe and humans and will not threaten our existence, as claimed by the creator.

Elon also warned Society of AI risks as it is a tool of manipulation and he further plans to begin TruthGPT which will compete with Google and Microsoft.

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