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The term ‘Circular Economy’ is often seen in news. What are the principles that it is based on? Bring out its relevance for India.

The circular economy is a model of production and consumption, which involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible. In this way, the life cycle of products is extended. This is a departure from the traditional, linear economic model, which is based on a take-make-consume-throw away pattern. …

04May 2023

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The opportunities for start-ups in India are immense, but so are the challenges. Discuss.

In the past few years, the Indian startup ecosystem has witnessed an immense growth. According to NASSCOM, the startups in India saw a 108 percent growth in total funding from USD 2 billion in 2017 to USD 4.2 billion in 2018. More than 1,200 startups came up in 2018, including eight unicorns, taking the total …

04May 2023

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Q2. What are the issues that have limited the success of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in India? Mention some steps that can be taken to address them.

In India, special economic zones are planned as growth engines that can boost manufacturing, augment exports and generate employment. It provides for special fiscal and regulatory measures to ensure hassle-free operations alongside state-of-the-art infrastructure and support services. The units are set up under Special Economic Zones Act, 2005 as duty free regions to be treated …

04May 2023

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Smart Cities Mission : Extended From June 2023 To June 2024

News: The Smart Cities Mission’s deadline has been moved from June 2023 to June 2024 by the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry (MoHUA). On June 25, 2015, the MoHUA’s Smart Cities Mission programme was introduced as a centrally sponsored scheme. Through a two-stage competition (from January 2016 to June 2018), 100 cities to be …

04May 2023

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Who’s Tipping The Scales : IPES Report

News: The International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems (IPES) has published a paper titled “Who’s tipping the scales” that discusses how corporate domination of global food governance is becoming more obvious and raises concerns about bluewashing. Report highlights include: Firms have become more prevalent in governance and other areas, stakeing claims to being …

04May 2023

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7th National Health Accounts : Estimates For India (2019-20)

News: The National Health Systems Resource Centre’s 7th National Health Accounts (NHA) Estimates for India (2019–20) have been made available by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The World Health Organisation (WHO) System of Health Accounts 2011, which is an internationally recognised accounting framework, is used to construct the NHA estimates. Major highlights In …

04May 2023

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International Day Of Yoga 2023 : 50-day Countdown Begun

News: At Shri Bhavani Niketan College in Jaipur, Rajasthan, a Yoga Mahotsav is being held to commemorate the 50-day countdown to International Yoga Day. With the aim of promoting Medical Value Travel through Yoga, the Ayush Ministry is hosting the event with the active assistance and participation of the state government of Rajasthan, local authorities, …

04May 2023

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Auroras : Rare Phenomenon Captured

News: An unusual occurrence was documented by the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) atop Mount Saraswati as a geomagnetic storm disrupted the magnetic field of the planet and produced distinctive auroras. In portions of Alaska, Norway, and other nations, the auroras are typically seen at higher elevations. The Indian Astronomical Observatory managed to photograph the aurora …

04May 2023

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Explain the significance of Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs) in India and highlight the issues in their working.

A credit rating agency (CRA) is a company that assesses the creditworthiness of an entity. It rates debtors on the basis of their ability to pay back the loan on time and the probability of defaulting. Better the rating better would be the ability to pay back and hence, better terms and conditions on which …

03May 2023

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Pichwais

Context: Pichwai or ‘pichvai’ is one of the most spectacular and ancient forms of art with its origin being the land of culture i.e., India. Pichwai paintings have their roots in Nathdwara Rajasthan. The stunning art form is a 400-year-old art one which was created depicting the beautiful life of Lord Krishna. More on the …

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