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1. National Education Policy, 2020 provides for setting up a Gender Inclusion Fund (GIF).
Topic: GS3 – Education.
Context:
- NEP, 2020 emphasizes on ‘Equitable and Inclusive Education,’ ensuring no child is left behind due to their socio-cultural identities.
- It addresses concerns of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs), including females and transgender individuals.
- Gender is treated as a cross-cutting priority to achieve gender equality in education, with the collaboration of states and local community organizations.
- A Gender Inclusion Fund (GIF) is established to support girls and transgender students, aiming for equitable quality education for them.
About National Education Policy, 2020:
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a comprehensive framework for education reform in India. It was approved by the Union Cabinet of India in July 2020 and aims to transform the education system to meet the challenges of the 21st century while promoting equitable access to quality education for all.
- Universalization of Education: The NEP aims to provide universal access to quality education to all children from the age of 3 to 18 years. It focuses on early childhood care and education, foundational literacy, and numeracy.
- Holistic Development: The policy emphasizes the holistic development of students, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical aspects. It encourages a multidisciplinary approach to education.
- Flexibility and Choice: The NEP promotes flexibility in the education system, allowing students to choose their subjects and pursue diverse career paths.
- Multilingualism: The policy encourages the use of the mother tongue or local language as the medium of instruction until at least Grade 5, and preferably until Grade 8, while also promoting proficiency in multiple languages.
- Technology Integration: NEP 2020 emphasizes the use of technology in education, including digital classrooms, online learning, and technology-enabled assessment.
- Quality of Teachers: The policy focuses on enhancing the quality of teachers through improved teacher training, continuous professional development, and merit-based hiring.
- Reforms in Higher Education: NEP 2020 proposes significant reforms in higher education, including the establishment of a single higher education regulator, multiple entry and exit points, and a credit-based system.
- Vocational Education: The policy aims to integrate vocational education into mainstream education to provide students with practical skills and enhance their employability.
- Gender and Inclusion: NEP 2020 recognizes the importance of gender and inclusion in education and aims to ensure equal opportunities for all students.
- Research and Innovation: The policy emphasizes the promotion of research and innovation in education and aims to establish a National Research Foundation (NRF) to facilitate research projects.
- Investment in Education: The NEP proposes increasing public investment in education to achieve the recommended target of 6% of GDP.
Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1944287
2. GREYWATER MANAGEMENT IN THE COUNTRY
Topic: GS2 – Government initiatives.
Context:
- Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) [SBM(G)] Phase-II is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in 2020-21.
- The objectives of SBM(G) Phase-II are to sustain the Open Defecation Free (ODF) status and implement Solid and Liquid Waste Management (SLWM) arrangements in all villages by 2024-25 (ODF to ODF Plus).
- Greywater Management (GWM) is an integral component of SBM(G) Phase-II, focusing on managing greywater near the source using sustainable and economical techniques like soak-pits, leach-pits, magic-pits, or kitchen gardens.
What is Greywater:
- Greywater refers to the wastewater generated from domestic activities such as washing dishes, laundry, bathing, and handwashing. It is distinct from “blackwater,” which includes wastewater from toilets and is more heavily contaminated with human waste and pathogens.
- Greywater is relatively less polluted compared to blackwater, as it does not contain fecal matter. However, it may contain soaps, detergents, oils, and other chemicals used in household cleaning and personal hygiene. As such, greywater can still have some level of contaminants and should be treated or managed properly to avoid environmental pollution and health risks.
- Greywater can be reused and recycled for non-potable purposes such as irrigation, flushing toilets, and cleaning.
About Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) [SBM(G)]:
The Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) [SBM(G)] is a flagship program launched by the Government of India on October 2, 2014, with the aim of achieving universal sanitation coverage and making India open defecation free (ODF).
- Open Defecation Free (ODF) India: The primary objective of SBM(G) is to eradicate the practice of open defecation across rural India. The mission aims to provide access to toilets to every household, thereby ensuring a clean and hygienic environment.
- Sanitation Coverage: SBM(G) seeks to improve sanitation coverage in rural areas by promoting the construction of individual household toilets (IHHLs) and community sanitary complexes.
- Behavior Change: The mission emphasizes behavior change communication to create awareness about the importance of using toilets and maintaining proper hygiene practices.
- Solid and Liquid Waste Management (SLWM): SBM(G) Phase-II focuses on sustaining ODF status and implementing solid and liquid waste management arrangements in villages to promote cleanliness and environmental sustainability.
- Greywater Management (GWM): SBM(G) Phase-II also includes the management of greywater generated from households through sustainable and economical techniques.
Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1944423
3. LITHIUM DISCOVERY IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
Topic: GS3 – Mineral exploration.
Context:
- Geological Survey of India (GSI) conducted a preliminary exploration (G3 stage) project on Bauxite, Rare Earth Elements, and Lithium in Salal-Haimna areas of Reasi District, Jammu & Kashmir during the fiscal years 2020-21 and 2021-22.
- The GSI confirmed an inferred resource (G3) of 5.9 million tonnes of lithium ore in the Salal-Haimna region.
- India has the capability to develop technologies for the beneficiation of lithium ore to produce lithium mineral concentrate. Successful experimentation has been done for lithium extraction from mineral concentrate on a laboratory scale.
Importance of Lithium discovery in Jammu and Kashmir:
- Economic potential through lithium mining, processing, and refining.
- Reduced dependence on lithium imports, enhancing energy security.
- Stimulates research and technological advancements in the lithium value chain.
- Job creation and skill development in mining and processing sectors.
- Revenue generation for the government through auctioning of mineral block.
- Encourages adoption of clean energy technologies like EVs and energy storage.
- Attracts investments in related industries, promoting industrial growth.
- Aligns with India’s push towards green and sustainable energy.
Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1944302
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