Digital Agriculture Mission
AgriStack: Kisan ki Pehchaan Krishi Decision Support System (DSS) Soil Profile Mapping Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES) Other Schemes Announced by the Government Alongside the Digital Agriculture Mission, the Cabinet approved six additional schemes with a total outlay of Rs. 14,235.30 Crore. These include: Initiatives for Digitisation of Agriculture Sector Benefits of the Digital Agriculture Mission […]
Jet Stream
What is a Jet Stream? Genesis of Jet Streams The genesis of the Jet-streams is provided by three kinds of gradients: Where does it begin? When warmed in the tropics, around the equator, air fuels the Jet Stream as it rises. Hitting the tropopause at about 58,000 feet (the layer of the atmosphere separating the […]
MSME Sector of India
The MSME sector has become a key driver of India’s economy, fostering entrepreneurship and creating significant employment opportunities with low capital investment. It plays a vital role in the country’s inclusive industrial development, complementing large industries as ancillary units. Despite its contributions, the MSME sector grapples with significant challenges, including access to finance, technology adoption, and global market competitiveness. What are […]
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. […]
