The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted the escalating public debt scenarios in the United States and China, which are poised to significantly impact global economic stability in the coming years.
IMF
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SDR
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Mains Practice Question
Q: How do escalating public debts in the US and China pose significant risks to global economic stability?
The Union Environment Ministry has introduced amendments to the Green Credit Programme (GCP) to emphasize the restoration of ecosystems over mere tree planting, addressing concerns of potential misalignment with conservation objectives.
Mains Practice Question
Q. Discuss the significance of prioritizing ecosystem restoration over mere afforestation.
With rising temperatures across India and the onset of heat alerts as early as February, the effectiveness of Heat Action Plans (HAPs) in mitigating the impacts of heatwaves warrants examination.
Fact Box Heat Wave
Favourable conditions of heat wave formation
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Mains Practice Question
Q: Assess the effectiveness of Heat Action Plans in mitigating the impacts of heatwaves in India.
Agroforestry, the practice of integrating trees with crops and livestock, holds significant promise for small-scale farmers in India. Despite its potential to enhance livelihoods and promote sustainable land use, the adoption of agroforestry among smallholder farmers faces various challenges, including limited access to finance, technical knowledge, and market linkages. Overcoming these barriers is crucial to harnessing the full benefits of agroforestry and promoting resilient farming systems.
Fact Box Agriculture Statistics
Steps taken by the Government in the Direction
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Mains Practice Question:
Q. Discuss the potential of agroforestry in enhancing livelihoods for small-scale farmers in India.
India’s 2011 free trade deal (FTA) with Japan is likely to be reviewed in the coming months, with New Delhi keen to minimize the trade deficit with Tokyo, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Mains Practice Question:
Q. There is a persistent trade deficit of India with its FTA partners. Critically analyze
Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE and Oman raised concerns about cloud seeding's role.
Cloud Seeding Methods
The study by scientists at Germany's Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research said climate impacts could cost the global economy around $38 trillion a year by 2049.
The Forest Department in Karnataka has launched an operation to capture trouble-causing wild elephants and fix radio collars on them.
India’s Digital Competition Act is in the works amid growing concern among policymakers about the dominance of tech giants in the digital economy, and the need to ensure a level playing field for all players, including startups in the market.
EC halts Bengal Governor’s Cooch Behar trip on poll eve
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Term |
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Silence period |
Under Section 126 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the “silence period” brings in a multitude of restrictions and a higher level of enforcement by poll authorities. |
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Green Credit |
Green credit is a market-based mechanism that provides units of incentives to participants who take voluntary environmental actions.It is similar to carbon market system. |
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Sexism |
Sexism is prejudice or discrimination based on gender or sex. It can include the belief that one gender is superior to another. Sexism is often linked to gender roles and stereotypes, and it can lead to feelings of worthlessness, self-censorship, changes in behavior, and deterioration in health. |
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Tornado |
A violently rotating column of air touching the ground, usually attached to the base of a thunderstorm. Tornadoes are nature’s most violent storms. |
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Agroforestry |
Agroforestry is the practice of combining trees and shrubs with crop and animal farming systems. |
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Vampire weed |
A parasitic plant, reproduces by seed but does not have enough leaves or chlorophyll to feed itself. Its thin, golden vines and tendrils must attach to a host plant in the seven to ten days. |
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anticyclone |
An anticyclone is a weather phenomenon that occurs when winds circulate around a center of high atmospheric pressure. In the Northern Hemisphere, anticyclones rotate clockwise, while in the Southern Hemisphere, they rotate counterclockwise. |
Context:
The Supreme Court of India recently acknowledged a fundamental right to be free from the adverse impacts of climate change in a significant judgment. This editorial examines the implications of the judgment beyond the protection of the Great Indian Bustard, focusing on inclusive climate action.
1: Dimension-Right against adverse effects of Climate change
2: Dimension-Just Transition Framework
3: Dimension-A 'Shared Burden'
Context:
The editorial delves into the transformative potential of technological advancements in reshaping economic prospects through the lens of the abundance mindset. Drawing on historical and philosophical perspectives, it explores the coexistence of abundance and scarcity and discusses strategies for achieving universal access to essential goods and services in the digital age.
1: Dimension-Abundance Mindset
2: Dimension-Scaling Abundance
3: Dimension-Decentralizing E-commerce
Context:
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a potentially bountiful monsoon, with implications for agriculture and disaster preparedness. This editorial analyzes the forecast and highlights the need for proactive measures to mitigate potential risks.
1: Dimension-Forecast Analysis
2: Dimension-Preventive Measures
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