Topic: GS3 – education sector

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The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, approved the introduction of the Central Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2023.
The purpose of the Bill is to amend the Central Universities Act, 2009, to establish the Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University.

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The university will be located in Mulugu District, Telangana, in accordance with the Thirteenth Schedule to the Andhra Pradesh Re-organisation Act, 2014 (no. 6 of 2014).
The project is allocated a budget of Rs. 889.07 crore.
The primary objectives of the university include increasing access to higher education, improving its quality, and promoting tribal art, culture, and traditional knowledge systems.
The university will provide instructional and research facilities for the benefit of the tribal population in Telangana.
It aims to address regional imbalances in access to higher education.

Topic: GS3 – National organisations

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The Indian Government has established the National Turmeric Board to promote the development and growth of turmeric and turmeric-related products in the country.
The Board’s key objectives include increasing awareness and consumption of turmeric, expanding international markets to boost exports, fostering research and development for new products, and leveraging traditional knowledge for value-added turmeric items.

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The Board will focus on capacity building and skill development for turmeric growers to enhance the value of their produce.
It will also promote quality and food safety standards and explore the full potential of turmeric for various purposes.
The Board aims to improve the well-being and prosperity of turmeric growers by providing dedicated attention to the sector and increasing value addition closer to the farms.
India is the world’s largest producer, consumer, and exporter of turmeric, with over 75% of global production.
India currently has a significant share of world trade in turmeric, with leading export markets including Bangladesh, UAE, USA, and Malaysia.
With the efforts of the National Turmeric Board, it is anticipated that turmeric exports will reach USD 1 billion by 2030.