Current Affairs - 07 - November , 2024
Balfour Declaration: 107 years since the issuance of the Balfour Declaration by the British government in 1917, supporting a "national home for the Jewish people" in Palestine. India-US Military Cooperation: The 21st India-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was held in New Delhi from November 5 to 6, focusing on defense collaboration. India & ADB Agreement: India signed a $200 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank to enhance water supply, sanitation, and urban mobility in Uttarakhand. Proba-3 Mission: India, in collaboration with the European Union, plans to launch Proba-3, a solar observatory satellite mission, in December 2024. Article 39(b) Ruling: The Supreme Court ruled that not all private properties qualify as “material resources of the community” under Article 39(b) of the Indian Constitution, clarifying the state's role in resource distribution. Pastoral Census: The 21st Livestock Census, covering animals across India, will be conducted between October 2024 and February 2025, organized by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairy.
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Key Highlights:
- Historical Diplomacy: The Balfour Declaration marked a milestone in international history, supporting a Jewish homeland.
- Defense Partnership: The India-US MCG meeting reinforces ongoing military cooperation between the two nations.
- Infrastructure Development: ADB’s $200 million loan aims to uplift urban services and infrastructure in Uttarakhand.
- Space Exploration: Proba-3 will enhance solar research, representing a collaboration between India and the EU.
- Legal Clarification: The Supreme Court’s ruling on Article 39(b) defines limits on what resources qualify for public distribution.
- Agricultural Data Collection: The upcoming Pastoral Census will gather detailed data on livestock across India, informing agricultural policies.
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