Q1) Why has the growth in the Food Processing Sector remained subpar in the country? What measures can be taken to break this status-quo? (250 Words/15 Marks) Food Processing Industry (FPI) is a sector where raw edible products from agriculture, animal husbandry, fisheries etc., are processed through industrial processes into high value-added products. India’s status…
1. Make EPI an ‘Essential Programme on Immunisation’ Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health, GS2 – Governance – Government Policies The topic highlights the evolution, achievements, and challenges of immunization programs, crucial for public health governance and policy. Context: ● The article discusses the significant milestones in global and Indian immunization programs, challenges faced,…
1. Combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increases by 5.2 per cent (provisional) in March, 2024 as compared to March, 2023. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Understanding the performance of core industries is crucial for assessing India’s economic growth and industrial development for UPSC. Context: ● The news reports on the performance of India’s…
1. Microbes, not fossil fuels, produced most new methane: study (Source – The Hindu, Section – Science, Page – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation GS3 – Science and Technology Understanding methane emissions’ sources and impacts is vital for environmental policy formulation and addressing climate change in UPSC exams. Context: ● …
1. The new productive force Topic: GS2 – International Relations This topic is relevant for both Prelims and Mains as the analysis of China’s technological ambitions, the US response, and global technological coalitions sheds light on contemporary international relations dynamics. Context: The discourse surrounding technology policy is often considered esoteric in India’s current political landscape….
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Q1) Adoption of millets can provide unique solutions to the problems of nutritional deficiency, ecological degradation, and receding farm incomes; however, the realisation of its complete potential is hindered by a slew of factors. Comment. (250 Words/15 Marks) Millets, referred to as Sri-Anna in budget 2023-24, are cereal crops and small seed grasses. Millets are used both for human consumption as well as fodder for animals. The…
Daily Current Affairs 30-April -2024- Top News of the Day 1. NCW says ‘no information’ on the political affiliation of its Chairperson, Members (Source – The Hindu, Section – News, Page – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Statutory bodies UPSC candidates need awareness on NCW’s neutrality, transparency, and accountability concerning political affiliations for…
PIB Summary for UPSC 30-April-2024 1. Mines Ministry Inks MoU with Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation for Providing Knowledge Support in the Field of Critical Minerals Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Understanding critical minerals is crucial for India’s economic growth, national security, and low-carbon energy transition, relevant for UPSC exams. Context: ● The…