Recognising NABARD’s Preeminent Function
Context To highlight the significance of cooperatives, a panel led by ex-Union Minister Suresh Prabhu has proposed the National Cooperative Policy.Concern has been voiced by the All-India Nabard Employees Association (AINBEA) over rumoured proposals that fail to recognise the National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development’s (Nabard) important role in India’s economic development. Relevance: GS […]
An Upswing in Rural Entrepreneurship
Context The vast potential for rural entrepreneurship in sectors like business, industry, and agriculture can propel development. Relevance: GS Paper-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment Mains Question Talk about the difficulties rural young entrepreneurs face in expanding their businesses and offer a comprehensive strategy that combines policy […]
Current Affairs Quiz 21 April 2023
About The Hakki-Pikki Tribe
Context: Thirty-one tribals belonging to ‘Hakki-Pikki’ are stranded in Sudan, where violent clashes between a powerful paramilitary force and the country’s armed forces are going on. Relevance: Facts for prelims About Hakki-Pikki tribe -Source: The Hindu
N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
Context: The Gujarat High Court recently issued a notice to the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), in a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking immediate removal of drugs and medicines containing “cancerous impurities” such as NDMA from the Indian market Relevance: Facts for prelims Dimensions of the Article: About N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) About Drug Controller General […]
What is Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam?
Context: Nearly 3,000 people are expected to attend Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam. The festival aims to showcase “age-old ties” and cultural links between two coastal States of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Dimensions of the Article: What is Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam? Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam is a festival that celebrates the cultural […]
About The Galapagos Islands
Context: Recently, a scientific expedition has discovered a previously unknown coral reef with abundant marine life off Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands. Relevance: Places in News Dimensions of the Article: Galapagos Island – A Unique Archipelago in the Pacific Ocean Location: Geology of the Island: Unique Features: What are corals and how do they live? Corals are […]
What are Critical Minerals?
Context: A national critical minerals strategy for India, underpinned by the minerals identified in this study, can help focus on priority concerns in supply risks, domestic policy regimes, and sustainability. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What are Critical Minerals? Why is this resource critical? Challenges Faced by India in Assuring Resilient […]
24th Russia-India Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) Meeting
Context: Recently, Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister has attended the 24th Russia-India Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) meeting in India. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Meeting between India and Russia India and Russia held discussions on various bilateral issues, including defense cooperation, trade, and economic ties. The key highlights of […]
About National Quantum Mission
Context: Recently, the union cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the National Quantum Mission (NQM) to aid scientific and industrial research and development in quantum technology. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About National Quantum Mission Salient features of NQM include: Significance of NQM: Quantum technology: About: There are Four domains […]