World Focus Magazine

World Focus Magazine

World Focus Magazine published this article 21 enam facilitates trade beyond mandi state borders. at present 150 commodities including food grains oilseeds fibers vegetables and fruits are being traded on enam. more than 1005 fpos have been registered on enam platform and have traded 2900 mt of agriproduce worth rs. 7.92 crores.  national agriculture market (enam) a panindia electronic trading portal with the objective of integrating the existing mandis to one nation one market for agricultural commodities in india was launched on 14th april 2016 by the prime minister narendra modi. small farmers agribusiness consortium (sfac) is the lead agency for implementing enam under the aegis of ministry of agriculture and farmers welfare government of india.  the nam portal provides a single window service for all apmc related information and services which includes commodity arrivals quality & prices provision to respond to trade offers and  electronic payment settlement directly into farmers accounts and helping them for better market access. connecting farmers to supply chain  in present situation of covid 19 farmers are looking for help in their harvest reaching the market seedfertilizer procurement etc.  kisan sabha app has been developed by csircentral road research institute (csircrri) new delhi to connect farmers to supply chain and freight transportation management system World Focus Magazine buy.

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General knowledge refresher

General knowledge refresher

General knowledge refresher Published this article page no 16 sangetsar tso popularly known as madhuri lake was formed due to the damming of a river during a major earthquake in 1950. manipurloktak lake largest freshwater lake in northeast which hosts  phumdis or floating biomass and phumsangs or huts of fishermen on them.  keibul lamjao national park only floating wildlife habitat on earth is on southwestern part of lake and is last natural habitat of sangai or browantlered dancing deer. mizoramreiektlang hill is a cuesta formed due to erosion of the tertiary sand shale alternations General knowledge refresher buy.

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Shine india monthly magazine

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Shine india monthly magazine Published this article page no 61  Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) also called Pasdaran is a branch of the Iranian armed forces independent of Irans regular army.  It is tasked with preserving the Islamic Republic of Iran and the ideals of the 1979 revolution.  The IRGC is Irans primary instrument for exporting the ideology of the Islamic Revolution worldwide. It is rigidly loyal to Irans clerical elite.  Quds Force is a wing of IRGC which is responsible primarily for its foreign operations. Conclusion Proving genocide has been difficult because of the high bar set by its intent requirement clause— that is showing the genocidal acts were carried out with the specific intent to eliminate a people on the basis of their ethnicity. So far only three cases of genocide worldwide have been recognised since World War II Cambodia (the late 1970s) Rwanda (1994) and Srebrenica Bosnia (1995). Thus the present ruling of ICJ is a significant step in Rohingya issue. IRANUSA STANDOFF Why in news? Recently there was a major escalation in tensions between the US and Iran after the assassination of General Qasem Soleimani by US military force. More in News  In an air raid at Iraqs airport in Baghdad the US recently struck and killed Qassem Soleimani the head of Irans elite Quds Force. o US alleged that General Soleimani was actively developing plans to attack American diplomats and service members in Iraq and throughout the region.  Killing has been seen as direct attack against Iran. Iran vowed harsh retaliation and launched a series of missile attacks on two Iraqi bases housing US troops.  Iran also recently abandoned nuclear deal limits prescribed under Joint Comprehensive plan of Action (JCPOA). Background  U.S.Iran relations have been mostly adversarial since the 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran. U.S. officials and official reports consistently identify Irans support for militant armed factions in the West Asia region a significant threat to U.S. interests and allies Shine india monthly magazine buy.  

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Banking services chronicle

Banking services chronicle

Banking services chronicle Published this article page no   96 Ethnic conflicts and separatist movements The situation has worsened due to the changed demographic profile of many Border States and shift in ethnic balance of communities as a result of illegal migration.  Overpopulation in the border areas Density of population in the border areas at some places is approximately 700800 persons per square km on the Indian side and about 1000 persons on the Bangladesh side. o Such an overpopulated area with a porous border poses problems in detection and apprehension of criminals who have the option of crossing over to the other side to evade arrest.  Crossborder cooperation among the militant groups of Myanmar northeast India and Bangladesh along with establishment of their training camps madrassas in Bangladesh.  Political instability and disorder in its periphery impacts Indias security directly or indirectly. Proxy war between India and Pakistan adds to this security risk. Steps taken so far  India Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement 2015 It facilitated exchange of enclaves and simplified the border. India received 51 Bangladeshi enclaves but lost 40 square kilometres in the process as Bangladesh received 111 Indian enclaves Banking services chronicle buy. 

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competition success review

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competition success review Published this article page no  130 Violations and penal provisions  The violations of the Wetlands Rules shall attract the penal provisions as per the Environment (Protection) Act 1986.  Portal for information sharing  The MoEF&CC has created a webportal for sharing information regarding implementation of Wetlands Rules. The Central Government State Government and UT Administration are required to upload all relevant information and documents pertaining to wetlands in their jurisdiction.  National Wetlands Committee Central Wetlands Regulatory Authority (CWRA) will be replaced with the committee to monitor the implementation of the rules. Activities under wise use  Ecological rehabilitation and rewilding of nature  Wetlands inventory assessment and monitoring  Research  Communication environmental education and participation activities  Management planning  Habitat management and conservation of wetlanddependent species  Communitybased ecotourism competition success review buy.

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Banking service chronicle

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Banking service chronicle Monthly Magazine by bsc academy-subscribe Published this article page no  41 He is regarded as the Pitamaha of Carnatic music. His systemized method of teaching Carnatic music is followed till present day. Causes of Second World War  Versailles Treaty which was considered humiliating and caused resentment in Germany.  Failure of the League of Nations to uphold concept of Collective Security.  Global economic crisis  spurred by Great Depression in America as it led to rise of Hitler and other Fascist powers.  Hitlers Role o He attacked Poland on all fronts rather than just capturing the Polish Corridor and Danzig. This is considered most immediate cause of war. o Hitler wanted to destroy Russia and use its territory as Living Space for Germans and his propaganda capitalized on anger among Germans who approved of Hitlers action.  Role of Appeasers Policy of Appeasement by UK and France raised Hitlers prestige at home.  He introduced the raga Maya malava gowla as the basic scale for music instruction.  Under the pen name Purandara Vittala he has written around 4.75 lakh devotional songs in simple Kannada known as kirtanas touching the local issues and traditions of South India.  Swami Haridas teacher of the foremost Hindustani musician Tansen was a disciple of Purandara DasaGEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION (GI) TAG Why in news? Recently GI tags were awarded to multiple products. About GI tag  GI Tag is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. o These are regulated under Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act1999 and given by Controller General of Patents Designs and Trade Marks who is Registrar of Geographical Indications. o GI is covered under Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement. Products to which GI tags were granted banking service chronicle monthly magazine buy.

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Banking service chronicle Monthly Magazine by bsc academy-subscribe Published this article page no  40 United Nations was established in 1945 for maintenance of world peace protection of rights of individuals and for socioeconomic development across the world.  Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) a milestone document in the history of human rights. Drafted in the backdrop of Holocaust and destruction caused by World War 2 this set a common standard of achievements for all peoples and all nations.  Shift in Balance of Power European domination of world ended and balance of power shifted in favor of USSR and US.  Start of Cold war World was divided into two blocs Western and Eastern blocs. Rivalry between two superpowers was characterized by use of espionage political subversion and proxy wars.  NonAligned Movement (NAM) and Third World Concept emerged which meant to be nonAligned to any of two super powers.  Decolonization War led to rise of nationalism in colonies in Asia and Africa and emergence of many new nation states from 1950s. 8.2. PURANDARA DASA Why in news? Karnataka government will commence field research at Keshavapura in Karnataka to solve the mystery regarding the birth place of Purandara Dasa. More on news  Till now it was believed that Purandara Dasa was born in Purandaragarh near Pune Maharashtra.  However an expert committee constituted by Karnataka Government reported that there is enough evidence to suggest Keshavapura as his birth place and recommended further research. About Purandara Dasa  Purandara Dasa (1484 1564) was a saint poet and singer during the Vijayanagara empire.  He was the disciple of Vyasatirtha Rajaguru of Vijayanagara empire.  Prior to his initiation to Haridasa tradition (music and literary tradition followed by Vaishnavaits) Purandara Dasa was a rich merchant and was called Srinivasa Nayaka banking service chronicle monthly magazine buy.  

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world focus magazine subscription

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world focus magazine subscription Published this article page no  117 Objectives: o To minimise displacement and to promote, as far as possible, non-displacing or least-displacing alternatives; o To ensure adequate rehabilitation package and expeditious implementation of the rehabilitation process with the active participation of the affected families; o To ensure that special care is taken for protecting the rights of the weaker sections of society. Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 The Act provides for rehabilitation & resettlement and combines it with land acquisition so that the former does not get neglected. The public purpose for which land can be acquired by the government is defined. As per the above legislation, a comprehensive rehabilitation and resettlement package is provided for those who lost their livelihood support which includes the landless and tenants. The Act also provides for schools and playgrounds, health centers, roads and electric connections and assured sources of safe drinking water for each family. The role of the gram sabha has been clearly stressed and the government has to consult them. Road Ahead Developing an action plan: Government should adopt their National Action Plans on Human Rights that include provisions for prevention and protection against arbitrary displacement due to development. It should include, inter alia: o Identification of the problems of displaced people, the measures required for helping the displaced people to settle in the new area, o Measures to be adopted for reducing conflicts between communities by convening consultations between internally displaced persons and populations residing in areas of resettlement, o Considering the needs of the resident as well as relocated populations in program design and taking steps to prevent stigmatization or resentment world focus magazine subscription buy.

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shine india magazine

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shine india magazine Published this article page no  85 The ITPs can also get benefits from Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS) SAMARTH etc  Funding Central Government will bear 40% of the project cost (90% of the project cost for first two projects each in the Special Category States) up to Rs.40 crores through grants in three installments. o The Funds are released in the form of Bank Loans and GrantEquity by the Ministry of Textiles State Industrial Development Corporation (SIDC) and Industrial Project Management Consultant (IPMC). o Project cost will also cover support activities such as textile machinery textiles engineering accessories packaging etc depending on the needs of the ITP. Present Status  59 textile parks have been sanctioned under SITP since its launch in 2005. Out of which 22 textile parks have been completed and rest are under various stages of construction.  Slow progress is attributed to delay in obtaining land and other statutory clearances from state governments and slow fund mobilisation by the textile parks.  From April 2000 to September 2019 Indias textiles sector received Rs. 19398.71 crore of FDI which is only 0.74% of the total inflows.  In order to attract more FDI the Textiles Ministry now plans to setup Mega Textile Parks of 1000 acres which will be located near strategic industrial corridors. 11.2. ASPIRATIONAL DISTRICTS PROGRAM Why in news? In the recent delta ranking under the Aspirational districts programme Sukma district of Chhattisgarh has topped. Objective Salient Features  To quickly and effectively transform the selected backward districts shine india magazine buy.  

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competition success review

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competition success review  Published this article page no   147 The Adjudicating Authority is appointed by the central government. It decides whether the property attached or seized is involved in money laundering.The Adjudicating Authority shall not be bound by the procedure laid down by the Code of Civil Procedure1908 but shall be guided by the principles of natural justice and subject to the other provisions of PMLA. Appellate Tribunal An Appellate Tribunal appointed by the Government is given the power to hear appeals against the orders of the Adjudicating Authority. Orders of the tribunal can be appealed in the appropriate High Court. Special Court Provision for establishing special court by the Union government under Prevention of Money Laundering Act 2002 (PMLA). PMLA (Amendment) Act 2012Adds the concept of reporting entity which would include a banking company financial institution intermediary etc.PMLA 2002 levied a fine up to Rs 5 lakh but the amendment act has removed this upper limit competition success review buy.

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Junior Science refresher

Junior Science refresher

Junior Science refresher Published this article page no  65  WORLD ECONOMIC SITUATION AND PROSPECTS (WESP) REPORT  Recently United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the five United Nations regional commissions jointly released WESP report. About the Report  It is an annual UN flagship publication on the state of the world economy viewed through the lens of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.  Global growth slowed to a 10‐year low of 2.3% in 2019 with a modest uptick projected at 2.5% in 2020 and 2.7% in 2021.  Report warns that economic risks remain strong aggravated by deepening political polarization and increasing scepticism about the benefits of multilateralism. Key points related to India  In India the rate of economic expansion fell sharply from 6.8 per cent in 2018 to 5.7 per cent in 2019 owing to slackening investment subdued consumer sentiment and weak manufacturing and services growth.  In India more than 40 per cent of youth are not in education employment or training. NO IMPORTS IN OTHERS CATEGORY WITHOUT HSN CODE  Every traded product is categorized under a Harmonised System of Nomenclature code (HSN). Imports termed others do not have HSN codes and are often tagged along with parts and accessories of categorized goods.  Ministry of Commerce and Industry will impose high duty on all products categorized as others if they are not carrying the specific globally accepted HSN code Junior Science refresher buy. 

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Drishti ias books

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Drishti ias books Published this article page no  29 Biasedness The algorithms used in artificial intelligence are discrete and in most cases trade secrets. They can be biased for example in the process of selflearning they can absorb and adopt the stereotypes that exist in society or which are transferred to them by developers and make decisions based on them.  Accountability If an AI system fails at its assigned task someone should be made responsible for it. e.g. an antiterrorism facial recognition program revoked the drivers license of an innocent man when it confused him for another driver. o Similarly when any AI algorithm takes a decision related to social dimensions it is crucial is taken on transparent parameters. These AI algorithms can and do make decisions that create significant and serious issues in peoples lives. 72 Various steps taken towards regulation of AI  OECD Principles on Artificial Intelligence  adopted by 42 countries including OECD members and nonmembers.  United States AI strategy has so far been led by corporations such as Google and Microsoft who are focusing on selfregulation and rapid technological development. o Google published their own AI principles to help guide ethical development and use of the technology. o Also in January 2020 the US has issued broader set of draft principles for federal agencies treatment of artificial intelligence.  European Union  The Communication on Artificial Intelligence document which among other issues outlines the need to have an ethical and legal framework is in place Drishti ias books buy.  

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