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06Jan 2023

Discuss in detail the photochemical smog emphasizing its formation, effects and mitigation. Explain the 1999 Gothenburg Protocol.

Introduction: Summer smog, also known as photochemical smog, is a form of smog that develops when UV light from the sun reacts with the nitrogen oxides in the air. A complicated series of chemical processes involving sunlight, nitrogen oxides, and volatile organic chemicals that are present in the atmosphere as a result of air pollution …

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06Jan 2023

Each year a large amount of plant material, cellulose, is deposited on the surface of Planet Earth. What are the natural processes this cellulose undergoes before yielding carbon dioxide, water and other end products?

Introduction Cellulose is a structural component of plant cell walls. Cellulose is helping plants to remain stiff and upright. Because of its physical properties, it is important in determining the orientation of cell expansion. Body Natural processes that cellulose undergoes before yielding carbon dioxide, water and other end products. Cellulolysis is a hydrolysis reaction that …

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06Jan 2023

Local Governance

Context: In 1992 the Parliament of India of India passed 73rd and 74th constitutional amendments, which instituted panchayats and municipalities. These reforms have now complete 30 years.   Why Local governance is Important? First, it provides for effective provision of public goods since governments with smaller jurisdictions can provide services as per the preferences of …

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05Jan 2023

Silent Valley National Park

Context: Recently a bird survey was conducted at the Silent Valley National Park in Kerala which identified 141 species, of which 17 were new. More on the News Atleast 17 new birds species were found in the survey. Prominent among them are Brown wood owl, Banded bay cuckoo, Malabar wood shrike, White-throated kingfisher, Indian nightjar, …

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05Jan 2023

National Food Security Act (NFSA)

Context: After Initial hesitation, Telangana government has decided to join the free rice scheme of the Centre under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). What is National Food Security Act 2013? The National Food Security Act 2013 which is also called Right to Food Act, is an Indian Actof Parliament which aims to provide subsidized food grains to approximately two thirds of …

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05Jan 2023

Sixth Schedule

Context: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) constituted a high-powered committee to protect the Ladakh’s unique culture and language taking into consideration its geographical location and strategic importance.   More on the news Civil Society groups of the Union territory are not happy with announcement as the MHA order instituting the committee avoids any mention of …

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05Jan 2023

National Green Hydrogen Mission

Context: The Central government on Wednesday approved the National Green Hydrogen Mission in a move aimed at making the country a hub to produce, utilise and export green hydrogen and its derivatives. More on the news It is expected that the initiative will help reduce nearly 50 million tonnes (MT) of annual greenhouse gas emissions …

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05Jan 2023

The increase in life expectancy in the country has led to newer health challenges in the community. What are those challenges and what steps need to be taken to meet them?

Introduction : From 49.7 in the 1970s to 69.7 in the years after 2015, India’s life expectancy at birth grew by about 20 years over a 45-year span. Life expectancy has improved as a result of advancements in medical care, social conditions generally, and healthcare accessibility. Body India is now benefiting from the demographic dividend …

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05Jan 2023

Elaborate the scope and significance of the food processing industry in India.

Introduction Food processing is the transformation of agricultural products into food or one form of food into other forms. It also includes the process of value addition to produce products through methods such as preservation, the addition of food additives, drying etc. Scope of food processing in India: India is a significant food producer, ranking …

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05Jan 2023

What are the major challenges of the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India? How can it be made effective and transparent?

Introduction: The Public Distribution System (PDS) is an Indian food security system which evolved as a system for the distribution of food grains at affordable prices and management of emergency situations. Body: Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, PDS is being implemented across all States and UTs. According to the Act, food grains …

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