Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)
Types of measures under Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Measures to be taken are divided into different categories based on the Pollution level: Category Ambient Particulate Matter (PM) Concentration Measures Moderate to Poor PM 2.5 between 61-120 µg/m3 PM10 between 101-350 µg/m3 -Enforce pollution control in thermal power plants.-Mechanized sweeping on roads.-Ban on firecrackers.-Stop garbage […]
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
Legal Backing: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) was established on 20th February 1997 by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997. Objectives of TRAI Headquarters The head office of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is located in New Delhi. Composition of TRAI TRAI Meetings Functions of TRAI Powers of TRAI What is Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate […]
ASEAN
Member Nations Objectives of ASEAN Fundamental Principles of ASEAN The ASEAN fundamental principles, as contained in the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) of 1976 Institutional Mechanism of ASEAN However, the Charter enshrines the principle of ASEAN-X – This means that if all member states are in agreement, a formula for flexible participation may be used […]
Antitrust Laws
What are Antitrust Laws? Antitrust laws are regulations that help prevent unfair business practices which reduce competition in the market. These laws are designed to protect consumers by ensuring that there are many companies competing fairly, which often leads to lower prices, higher quality products and services, and more innovation. Key Objectives of Antitrust Laws: […]
Lala Lajpat Rai
Lala Lajpat Rai, also known as the “Lion of Punjab,” was a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement during the British Raj. He was a political activist, lawyer, and writer who fought for the rights of Indians and worked tirelessly to end British rule in India. Early Life and Education Political Activism Return to […]
SAFAR- System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research
Air Quality Index (AQI) The AQI is an index for reporting daily air quality. Main Causes of Air Pollution During Winters? Stubble Burning: Vehicle Emissions: Wind Direction: Dry and Still Air: In winter, reduced rainfall and lower wind speeds prevent pollutants from being washed away or dispersed, leading to a decrease in air quality and accumulation […]
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is the largest research and development (R&D) organization in India. CSIR has a pan-India presence and a dynamic network of 37 national laboratories, 39 outreach centers, 3 Innovation Complexes, and 5 units. What is the Structure of the CSIR Organisation? What are the Objectives? The objectives of the Council are scientific and industrial/applied research of national importance. […]
Appropriation Bill
The Appropriation Bill gives power to the government to withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund of India to meet expenditures during the financial year. As per Article 114 of the Constitution, the government can withdraw money from the Consolidated Fund only after receiving approval from Parliament. The amount withdrawn meets the current expenditure during the financial year. Procedure Followed: Power […]
Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
What are the Key Targets of the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF)? What are the Other Major Outcomes of COP15? How did India present its demands at the conference? What is the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)? Related Links: Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) Biological Diversity Act 2002 Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) Effects of Globalisation […]
Rainforests
Structure of Rainforests Types of Rainforests Tropical Rainforests Tropical Rainforests are primarily situated between the latitudes of 23.5°N (the Tropic of Cancer) and 23.5°S (the Tropic of Capricorn)—within the tropics. These rainforests are found in Central and South America, western and central Africa, western India, Southeast Asia, the island of New Guinea, and Australia. Temperate Rainforests […]