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1. Seven products from U.P. get GI tag.
Topic: GS2 – GI Tags.
Context:
- The Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai has given GI tags to seven products from Uttar Pradesh.
The products with GI tags are:
- Amroha Dholak: A musical instrument made of natural wood, preferably mango, jackfruit, and teakwood, with hollow blocks carved from mango and sheesham wood, and fitted with animal skin, mostly goatskin.
- Mahoba Gaura Patthar Hastashlip: A stone craft made from a unique and soft white stone called “Pyro Flight Stone,” found predominantly in the Mahoba region.
- Mainpuri Tarkashi: A popular art form involving brass wire inlay work on wood, traditionally used for making wooden sandals.
- Sambhal Horn Craft: Handmade crafts made from raw materials sourced from dead animals.
- Baghpat Home Furnishings: Exclusive handloom home furnishing products and running fabrics made from cotton yarn in Baghpat and Meerut.
- Barabanki Handloom Product: A handloom weaving craft practiced by around 50,000 weavers and 20,000 looms in Barabanki and its adjoining areas.
- Kalpi Handmade Paper: Handmade paper-making craft introduced by Munnalal ‘Khaddari’ in the 1940s, with more than 5,000 craftsmen and approximately 200 units involved in the cluster at Kalpi.
What is GI tag?
- A GI tag, also known as a Geographical Indication tag, is a form of intellectual property protection that is granted to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities, reputation, or characteristics that are essentially attributable to that origin.
- The GI tag indicates that a particular product has a unique quality or reputation associated with its geographical origin and is produced using traditional knowledge, techniques, or skills specific to that region.
- It helps in promoting and protecting traditional products and fostering economic opportunities for producers from a particular geographical area.
- The GI tag also prevents unauthorized use of the geographical indication by others, thereby ensuring the authenticity and distinctiveness of the product.
Source: The Hindu, 28 June 2023, page – 6
2. ‘Sedition law must to retain India’s integrity’.
Topic: GS2 – Indian polity.
Context:
- The Law Commission Chairman, Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi, has defended the retention of the colonial-era sedition law in India.
Comments of Law commission Chairman on sedation law:
- He stated that the sedition law is important for safeguarding the safety and integrity of India, considering the situation in various parts of the country.
- The Law Commission’s recommendation to retain the law has faced criticism from opposition parties, alleging an attempt to stifle dissent.
- Justice Awasthi emphasized that enough safeguards have been proposed to prevent misuse of the sedition law.
- He argued that special laws like the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the National Security Act do not cover the offense of sedition, necessitating a specific law for sedition.
- The Law Commission’s report suggests procedural safeguards, including a preliminary inquiry by a police officer of a certain rank and permission from a competent government authority before lodging an FIR for sedition.
- The report does not recommend an enhancement of punishment but suggests increasing the maximum punishment from three years to seven years for sedition.
- Justice Awasthi dismissed the colonial legacy as a valid ground for repeal, citing that several other countries have their own sedition laws.
Source: The Hindu, 28 June 2023, page – 12
3. Elections to 10 Rajya Sabha seats on July 24
Topic: GS2 – Indian polity.
Context:
- The Election Commission has announced elections to 10 Rajya Sabha seats from three states.
- The polling will be held on July 24.
Procedure for election to Rajya Sabha seats:
- Eligibility: To be eligible for election to the Rajya Sabha, a person must be a citizen of India and at least 30 years of age.
- Electoral College: The members of the Rajya Sabha are elected by an Electoral College consisting of elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies. The number of seats allocated to each state is determined by the population of the state.
- Vacancies and Terms: Rajya Sabha members are elected for a term of six years. One-third of the members retire every two years, and vacancies that arise in between are filled through by-elections.
- Nomination or Election: The election process can be divided into two categories: (a) Nominated Members and (b) Elected Members.
Nominated Members: The President of India can nominate up to 12 members to the Rajya Sabha. These nominations are made from amongst persons who have special knowledge or practical experience in literature, science, art, and social service.
b. Elected Members: The election of Rajya Sabha members is conducted by the respective State Legislative Assemblies. The Election Commission of India notifies the election schedule and guidelines. Candidates for the Rajya Sabha are nominated by political parties, and each candidate requires a proposer and a seconder. - Voting Process: The voting is conducted through a secret ballot, where members cast their votes in favor of the candidates they support. The voting is usually held in the State Legislative Assembly premises.
- Quota and Winning Candidates: To win a Rajya Sabha seat, a candidate must secure a required number of votes, which is determined by the total number of valid votes cast and the quota calculation. The quota is calculated based on the total number of seats to be filled and the total number of votes polled.
- Announcement of Results: After the voting process is completed, the votes are counted, and the results are announced. The winning candidates are declared as elected to the Rajya Sabha.
Source: The Hindu, 28 June 2023, page – 13
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