UGI USER, Author at Universal Group Of Institutions

06Aug 2024

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STRENGTHENING INDO-AFRICAN AGRI-FOOD PARTNERSHIPS FOR GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY

Syllabus: GS-2– Bilateral relations between India and Africa , Solving the issue of food Insecurity , International conferences Focus : This article explores the importance of a well-functioning global food system, particularly for the Global South, through the lens of Indo-African cooperation. It examines the significance of agricultural investment, the lessons learned from India’s agricultural …

06Aug 2024

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THE ISSUE OF INSTITUTIONAL VIOLENCE, ADDRESSING IT

Relevance GS 1 – Indian Society, GS 2 – Governance, Social Justice, GS 3 – Internal Security. Focus The ongoing problem of institutional violence in India is examined in this paper, with a focus on gender-based violence. It looks at the effects on survivors, the structural problems with the legal system, and the bigger picture …

05Aug 2024

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NEW HERBICIDE-TOLERANT TECH PROMISES ECO-FRIENDLY FARMING

Why in the news? New herbicide-tolerant technologies for rice and wheat promise reduced water use and environmental impact, enhancing eco-friendly farming practices. source:oneyoungindia About Herbicide-Tolerant Technologies: New non-GM herbicide-tolerant technologies for rice and wheat. Imazethapyr used to control weeds in both crops. Varieties include basmati (Pusa Basmati 1979, 1985) and non-basmati hybrids (Sava 134, 127) …

05Aug 2024

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U.P.’S ANTI-CONVERSION LAW AMENDMENTS FACE CRITICISM

Why in the news? U.P. ‘s anti-conversion law amendments increase penalties and bail restrictions, raising concerns about misuse and infringement on fundamental rights. source:thehindu About Amendments to U.P.’s Anti-Conversion Law: Stricter Provisions Amendments to the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021, increase jail terms, up to life imprisonment for coercive conversions …

05Aug 2024

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ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN AND INFLATION PRESSURES PERSIST IN INDIA

Why in the news? India faces economic slowdown with core sector growth slowing to a 20-month low and rising inflation driven by increased input costs. Manufacturing activity eased, raising concerns for the Reserve Bank. source:slideshare About Economic Slowdown Post-Election: Core Sector Performance: June’s industrial output showed a slowdown, hitting a 20-month low growth of 4%. …

05Aug 2024

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GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES ₹5,000-CRORE AMRUT 2.0 PROJECTS

Why in the news? The government’s 100-day plan includes launching ₹5,000 crore projects under AMRUT 2.0, focusing on water supply, sewage treatment, and park rejuvenation to enhance urban infrastructure. source:yourbutterpantry Highlights of the AMRUT 2.0 Project Launch: Government’s 100-day plan includes launching ₹5,000 crore projects. Focus areas: water supply, sewage treatment, rejuvenation of water bodies, …

05Aug 2024

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SUPREME COURT REVISITS SUB-QUOTA RESERVATION POLICIES.

Why in the news? The Supreme Court’s verdict on sub-quota reservations allows state-specific classifications within SC/ST categories, challenging previous homogeneity notions and sparking debates on caste-based reservation policies and representation. source:slideshare About SC Judgment on Sub-Quota: Supreme Court’s 2024 verdict in State of Punjab vs Davinder Singh allows sub-classification within SC/ST reservations. A seven-judge Constitution …

05Aug 2024

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RAJASTHAN INTRODUCES BILL TO REGULATE COACHING CENTRES STATEWIDE

Why in the news? Rajasthan introduces a bill to regulate coaching centres amid rising student suicides, aiming to improve supervision, enforce registration, and limit study hours. source:medium Draft Bill Proposals Rajasthan government introduces the Rajasthan Coaching Centre (Control and Regulation) Bill, 2024. Two-tier administrative system: state-level and district-level authorities. Mandatory registration of coaching centres with …

05Aug 2024

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DIGITAL RUPEE: BENEFITS, CHALLENGES, AND GLOBAL COMPARISONS

Why in the news? India’s digital rupee pilot explores CBDCs’ potential to enhance financial inclusion, digital payments, and cross-border transactions amid adoption challenges. source:scribd Digital Rupee Overview: India, led by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), launched a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot for a digital rupee in late 2022. Two types of CBDC …

05Aug 2024

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MGNREGS: STATES FALL BEHIND IN PAYING UNEMPLOYMENT AID

Syllabus: GS-2: Issues relating to Poverty Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Focus: Recent reports indicate that states have significantly fallen behind in disbursing unemployment allowances under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), with only ₹90,000 released in 2023-24. This …

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