Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 February 2023
Contents
- Crop Outlook is Positive, but Climate Challenges Exist: Wheat
- Utilizing Village Potential to Promote Rural Tourist Destinations
Crop Outlook is Positive, but Climate Challenges Exist: Wheat
Context
Despite the Center’s projection of a record output of 112 million tonnes this season, the rising February temperatures in some parts of western and north India have once again raised concerns over the wheat crop.
Relevance
GS Paper-3: Climate Change, Agriculture Cropping Pattern and issues related to it
Mains Question
Talk about the climatic requirements for wheat cultivation. Provide solutions for preventing early summers. (150 words)
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Utilizing Village Potential to Promote Rural Tourist Destinations
Context
Agritourism, art and culture, ecotourism, wildlife, tribal tourism, and homestays are six niche experiences for visitors who want to travel to rural India that have been identified by the Central Nodal Agency for Rural Tourism and Rural Homestays (CNA – RT and RH), the coordinating body between the Center, States, and other stakeholders.
Relevance
GS Paper-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development, and employment
Mains Question
Talk about India’s rural tourism industry’s potential. What different actions has the government taken to support it? (250 words)
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