{"id":20507,"date":"2023-12-28T11:53:29","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T11:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=20507"},"modified":"2023-12-28T11:53:32","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T11:53:32","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 28th December 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-support-program-with-test-series\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"47045\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bannner-1600-x-1600-2400-x-1392-px-1280-x-300-px-1024x300.png\" alt=\"PSP 2025\" class=\"wp-image-47045\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services examination. Our focus today includes a critical analysis of recent policy changes, international affairs, and national developments, all of which play a pivotal role in shaping the socio-political and economic landscape of India. Stay informed and stay ahead in your UPSC preparations with our daily current affairs updates, as we provide you with concise, well-researched insights to help you connect the dots between contemporary events and the broader canvas of the civil services syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f157b0345ad\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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Marriage&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Major_Trends_Revealed_by_the_Study\" title=\"Major Trends Revealed by the Study&nbsp;\">Major Trends Revealed by the Study&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Status_in_India\" title=\"Status in India\u00a0\">Status in India\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Global_Trends\" title=\"Global Trends\u00a0\">Global Trends\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Major_Factors_Linked_to_Child_Marriage\" title=\"Major Factors Linked to Child Marriage&nbsp;\">Major Factors Linked to Child Marriage&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Economic_Factors\" title=\"Economic Factors\u00a0\">Economic Factors\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Social_Norms_and_Traditional_Practices\" title=\"Social Norms and Traditional Practices\u00a0\">Social Norms and Traditional Practices\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Gender_Inequality_and_Discrimination\" title=\"Gender Inequality and Discrimination\u00a0\">Gender Inequality and Discrimination\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Legislative_Framework_and_Initiatives_on_Child_Marriage_in_India\" title=\"Legislative Framework and Initiatives on Child Marriage in India&nbsp;\">Legislative Framework and Initiatives on Child Marriage in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Legislative_Framework\" title=\"Legislative Framework\u00a0\">Legislative Framework\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Related_Initiatives\" title=\"Related Initiatives\u00a0\">Related Initiatives\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward&nbsp;\">Way Forward&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Economic_Empowerment_Initiatives\" title=\"Economic Empowerment Initiatives\u00a0\">Economic Empowerment Initiatives\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Community_Engagement_through_Art_and_Media\" title=\"Community Engagement through Art and Media\u00a0\">Community Engagement through Art and Media\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Peer_Education_and_Mentorship_Programs\" title=\"Peer Education and Mentorship Programs\u00a0\">Peer Education and Mentorship Programs\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Systems_for_Sanitation\" title=\"Systems for Sanitation&nbsp;\">Systems for Sanitation&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-2\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Types_of_Sanitation_Systems\" title=\"Types of Sanitation Systems&nbsp;\">Types of Sanitation Systems&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#On-site_Sanitation_Systems_OSS\" title=\"On-site Sanitation Systems (OSS)\u00a0\">On-site Sanitation Systems (OSS)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Twin_Pits_and_Septic_Tanks\" title=\"Twin Pits and Septic Tanks\u00a0\">Twin Pits and Septic Tanks\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Twin_Pits_Functionality\" title=\"Twin Pits Functionality\u00a0\">Twin Pits Functionality\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Septic_Tanks_Operation\" title=\"Septic Tanks Operation\u00a0\">Septic Tanks Operation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Urban_Sewer_Systems\" title=\"Urban Sewer Systems\u00a0\">Urban Sewer Systems\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Functions_of_Treatment_Facilities\" title=\"Functions of Treatment Facilities&nbsp;\">Functions of Treatment Facilities&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Fecal_Sludge_Treatment_Plants_FSTPs\" title=\"Fecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs)\u00a0\">Fecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs)\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Varieties_of_FSTPs\" title=\"Varieties of FSTPs\u00a0\">Varieties of FSTPs\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Reuse_and_Disposal\" title=\"Reuse and Disposal\u00a0\">Reuse and Disposal\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Sewage_Treatment_Plants_STPs\" title=\"Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)\u00a0\">Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Comprehensive_Water_Treatment\" title=\"Comprehensive Water Treatment\u00a0\">Comprehensive Water Treatment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Advanced_Techniques_and_Varied_Types\" title=\"Advanced Techniques and Varied Types\u00a0\">Advanced Techniques and Varied Types\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Need_for_Such_a_Complex_Sanitation_System\" title=\"Need for Such a Complex Sanitation System&nbsp;\">Need for Such a Complex Sanitation System&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\u00a0\">Conclusion\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Press_and_Registration_of_Periodicals_Bill_2023\" title=\"Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023&nbsp;\">Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-3\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Key_Features_of_Press_and_Registration_of_Periodicals_Bill_2023\" title=\"Key Features of Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023&nbsp;\">Key Features of Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Registration_of_Periodicals\" title=\"Registration of Periodicals\u00a0\">Registration of Periodicals\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Exclusion_of_Books\" title=\"Exclusion of Books\u00a0\">Exclusion of Books\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Registration_Protocols_for_Publications\" title=\"Registration Protocols for Publications\u00a0\">Registration Protocols for Publications\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Restrictions_on_Individuals\" title=\"Restrictions on Individuals\u00a0\">Restrictions on Individuals\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Foreign_Periodicals\" title=\"Foreign Periodicals\u00a0\">Foreign Periodicals\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Press_Registrar_General\" title=\"Press Registrar General\u00a0\">Press Registrar General\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Printing_Press_Registration\" title=\"Printing Press Registration\u00a0\">Printing Press Registration\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Suspension_and_Cancellation_of_Registration\" title=\"Suspension and Cancellation of Registration\u00a0\">Suspension and Cancellation of Registration\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Penalties_and_Appeals\" title=\"Penalties and Appeals\u00a0\">Penalties and Appeals\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Appeals_Process\" title=\"Appeals Process\u00a0\">Appeals Process\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Unravelling_Good_Governance\" title=\"Unravelling Good Governance&nbsp;\">Unravelling Good Governance&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-4\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#What_is_Good_Governance\" title=\"What is Good Governance?&nbsp;\">What is Good Governance?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Worldwide_Governance_Indicators\" title=\"Worldwide Governance Indicators&nbsp;\">Worldwide Governance Indicators&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Major_Issues_Related_to_Governance_in_India\" title=\"Major Issues Related to Governance in India&nbsp;\">Major Issues Related to Governance in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Major_Initiatives_Related_to_Good_Governance_in_India\" title=\"Major Initiatives Related to Good Governance in India&nbsp;\">Major Initiatives Related to Good Governance in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Transparency_and_Accountability\" title=\"Transparency and Accountability\u00a0\">Transparency and Accountability\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Citizen_Participation_and_Empowerment\" title=\"Citizen Participation and Empowerment\u00a0\">Citizen Participation and Empowerment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Decentralization_and_Local_Governance\" title=\"Decentralization and Local Governance\u00a0\">Decentralization and Local Governance\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Other_Initiatives\" title=\"Other Initiatives\u00a0\">Other Initiatives\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Way_Forward-2\" title=\"Way Forward&nbsp;\">Way Forward&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#JanData_Platform\" title=\"JanData Platform\u00a0\">JanData Platform\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Reforming_Bureaucracy\" title=\"Reforming Bureaucracy\u00a0\">Reforming Bureaucracy\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Fast-track_Judicial_Reforms\" title=\"Fast-track Judicial Reforms\u00a0\">Fast-track Judicial Reforms\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#AI-powered_Grievance_Redressal\" title=\"AI-powered Grievance Redressal\u00a0\">AI-powered Grievance Redressal\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Reimagining_Citizen_Engagement\" title=\"Reimagining Citizen Engagement\u00a0\">Reimagining Citizen Engagement\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Futuristic_Education_Curriculum\" title=\"Futuristic Education Curriculum\u00a0\">Futuristic Education Curriculum\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Conclusion-2\" title=\"Conclusion&nbsp;\">Conclusion&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Disputed_Persian_Gulf_Islands\" title=\"Disputed Persian Gulf Islands&nbsp;\">Disputed Persian Gulf Islands&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-5\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#The_Persian_Gulf_islands_dispute\" title=\"The Persian Gulf islands dispute&nbsp;\">The Persian Gulf islands dispute&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Enhanced_Tiger_Population_at_Valmiki_Tiger_Reserve\" title=\"Enhanced Tiger Population at Valmiki Tiger Reserve.&nbsp;\">Enhanced Tiger Population at Valmiki Tiger Reserve.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-6\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Why_the_Surge_in_Tiger_Numbers_at_VTR\" title=\"Why the Surge in Tiger Numbers at VTR?&nbsp;\">Why the Surge in Tiger Numbers at VTR?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Key_Details_about_Valmiki_Tiger_Reserve_VTR\" title=\"Key Details about Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR)&nbsp;\">Key Details about Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Insights_into_the_National_Tiger_Conservation_Authority_NTCA\" title=\"Insights into the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)&nbsp;\">Insights into the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Overview\" title=\"Overview\u00a0\">Overview\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Objectives\" title=\"Objectives\u00a0\">Objectives\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#The_Central_Water_Commission_CWC\" title=\"The Central Water Commission (CWC)&nbsp;\">The Central Water Commission (CWC)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-7\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#About_The_Central_Water_Commission_CWC\" title=\"About The Central Water Commission (CWC)&nbsp;\">About The Central Water Commission (CWC)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Chronic_Wasting_Disease_CWD\" title=\"Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)&nbsp;\">Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-8\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-80\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#About_Chronic_Wasting_Disease_CWD\" title=\"About Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)&nbsp;\">About Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-81\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Black-necked_Grebe\" title=\"Black-necked Grebe&nbsp;\">Black-necked Grebe&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-82\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-9\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#About_Black-necked_Grebe\" title=\"About Black-necked Grebe&nbsp;\">About Black-necked Grebe&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Key_Facts_about_Hokersar_Wetland\" title=\"Key Facts about Hokersar Wetland&nbsp;\">Key Facts about Hokersar Wetland&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-85\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Pterosaur\" title=\"Pterosaur&nbsp;\">Pterosaur&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-86\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_News-10\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-87\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#About_Pterosaurs\" title=\"About Pterosaurs&nbsp;\">About Pterosaurs&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-88\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Overview-2\" title=\"Overview\u00a0\">Overview\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-89\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Distinctive_Characteristics\" title=\"Distinctive Characteristics\u00a0\">Distinctive Characteristics\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-90\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Flight_Evolution\" title=\"Flight Evolution\u00a0\">Flight Evolution\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-91\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Extinction\" title=\"Extinction\u00a0\">Extinction\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-92\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Case_Study_of_the_Day_%E2%80%93_%E2%80%9CPlastic_is_Past%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Case Study of the Day &#8211; &#8220;Plastic is Past&#8221;\">Case Study of the Day &#8211; &#8220;Plastic is Past&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-93\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-94\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are daily current affairs?\">Q: What are daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-95\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?\">Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-96\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\" title=\"Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?\">Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-97\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\" title=\"Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?\">Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-98\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?\">Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-99\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-100\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-28th-december-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advancements_in_the_Efforts_to_Eliminate_Child_Marriage\"><\/span><strong>Advancements in the Efforts to Eliminate Child Marriage<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Issues Related to Children, Issues Related to Women, Gender, Government Policies &amp; Interventions\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A recent study in &#8216;The Lancet Global Health&#8217; reveals progress and challenges in addressing child marriage in India.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"304\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-56.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20516 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/304;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Trends_Revealed_by_the_Study\"><\/span><strong>Major Trends Revealed by the Study<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Status_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Status in India<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Child marriages involving girls <strong>dropped from 49% in 1993 to 22% in 2021<\/strong>, while boy child marriages decreased from 7% in 2006 to 2% in 2021, indicating a nationwide decline.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, progress <strong>stagnated between 2016 and 2021<\/strong>, with certain states witnessing an alarming increase in child marriages.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Notably, six states, including Manipur, Punjab, Tripura, and West Bengal, saw a rise in girl child marriages, while eight states, including Chhattisgarh, Goa, Manipur, and Punjab, observed an increase in boy child marriages.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Trends\"><\/span><strong>Global Trends<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Globally, there has been notable progress against child marriage, but the Covid-19 pandemic poses a threat, putting around 10 million more girls at risk of child marriage over a decade.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Factors_Linked_to_Child_Marriage\"><\/span><strong>Major Factors Linked to Child Marriage<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Factors\"><\/span><strong>Economic Factors<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Families in poverty may view marriage as a means to reduce economic burden by transferring responsibility for the girl to her husband&#8217;s family.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Dowry traditions in some regions can influence early marriages to avoid higher dowry costs later.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Economic hardships in areas prone to natural disasters might lead families to opt for early marriage as a coping mechanism.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Norms_and_Traditional_Practices\"><\/span><strong>Social Norms and Traditional Practices<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Long-standing customs prioritize early marriage, perpetuating the practice.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Pressure from the community or family to conform to these norms leads to early marriages, especially for girls.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gender_Inequality_and_Discrimination\"><\/span><strong>Gender Inequality and Discrimination<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unequal power dynamics and limited agency for girls contribute significantly to early marriage.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Lack of access to education pushes families to opt for early marriages, viewing it as a way to secure their daughters&#8217; futures.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legislative_Framework_and_Initiatives_on_Child_Marriage_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Legislative Framework and Initiatives on Child Marriage in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legislative_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Legislative Framework<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (2006) set the legal age for marriage at 21 for men and 18 for women.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Section 16 allows State Governments to appoint &#8216;Child Marriage Prohibition Officers (CMPO)&#8217; responsible for preventing child marriages and raising awareness.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Related Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Dhanalakshmi Scheme, a conditional cash transfer scheme with insurance coverage, aims to eliminate child marriage.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Schemes like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) also work to empower girls through education and discourage child marriage.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Empowerment_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Economic Empowerment Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Offer vocational training and entrepreneurship opportunities to girls at risk, providing alternatives to early marriage.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Facilitate access to microloans for families to reduce financial pressure.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Community_Engagement_through_Art_and_Media\"><\/span><strong>Community Engagement through Art and Media<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Organize art-based workshops, theater performances, or community storytelling sessions to educate on the consequences of child marriage.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Collaborate with local artists and influencers for impactful campaigns.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peer_Education_and_Mentorship_Programs\"><\/span><strong>Peer Education and Mentorship Programs<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Train young leaders as advocates against child marriage, empowering them to educate and mentor peers within their communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Introduce comprehensive education modules in schools to foster discussions and awareness among students.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Mains (2016)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. Examine the main provisions of the National Child Policy and throw light on the status of its implementation.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/india\/progress-in-ending-child-marriage-stagnating-in-india-1-in-5-girls-1-in-6-boys-are-married-study\/articleshow\/106043650.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>ET<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Systems_for_Sanitation\"><\/span><strong>Systems for Sanitation<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>GS-2 Government Policies &amp; Interventions, Health GS- 3 Conservation, Environmental Pollution &amp; Degradation\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-2\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Effluent water directed towards the ground, open spaces, open drains, or canals should be guided into appropriate sanitation systems to safeguard public health and preserve the environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/1ae5413c-cc4e-4506-95f7-eff1664aed5a\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Sanitation_Systems\"><\/span><strong>Types of Sanitation Systems<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On-site_Sanitation_Systems_OSS\"><\/span><strong>On-site Sanitation Systems (OSS)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In rural or spacious urban settings, prevalent OSS includes twin pits, septic tanks, bio-digester toilets, bio-tanks, and urine diversion dry toilets.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>These systems passively treat used water, accommodating varying spatial constraints.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Twin_Pits_and_Septic_Tanks\"><\/span><strong>Twin Pits and Septic Tanks<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Twin_Pits_Functionality\"><\/span><strong>Twin Pits Functionality<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Comprising two pits used alternately, twin pits enable liquid to soak into the ground while solids settle and degrade.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>One pit remains inactive for two years, ensuring pathogen-free contents for reuse, although unsuitable for rocky soils.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Septic_Tanks_Operation\"><\/span><strong>Septic Tanks Operation<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Watertight septic tanks allow used water to flow through, with solids settling at the bottom and scum, mainly oil and grease, floating to the top.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>While settled solids degrade over time, accumulated fecal sludge and scum require removal at regular intervals using trucks equipped with vacuum pumps, transporting them to Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Urban_Sewer_Systems\"><\/span><strong>Urban Sewer Systems<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In densely populated urban areas lacking space on properties, an underground network of pipes, known as sewers, collects and conveys used water to treatment facilities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>This network transports sewage from toilets, bathrooms, and kitchens to Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) using gravity or pumps, with machine holes for maintenance and blockage removal.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Functions_of_Treatment_Facilities\"><\/span><strong>Functions of Treatment Facilities<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fecal_Sludge_Treatment_Plants_FSTPs\"><\/span><strong>Fecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Varieties_of_FSTPs\"><\/span><strong>Varieties of FSTPs<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Operating in mechanical or gravity-based systems, FSTPs manage fecal sludge, emphasizing effective containment, conveyance, and treatment (fecal sludge management or FSM).\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>In smaller towns or villages, OSS-FSM prevails.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reuse_and_Disposal\"><\/span><strong>Reuse and Disposal<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Treated solids from FSTPs, composted with organic municipal waste, become reusable in agriculture.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Treated water is commonly repurposed for landscaping within FSTP premises.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sewage_Treatment_Plants_STPs\"><\/span><strong>Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comprehensive_Water_Treatment\"><\/span><strong>Comprehensive Water Treatment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>STPs utilize physical, biological, and chemical processes to eliminate pollutants from used water.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Similar to FSTPs, the primary stage separates solids, followed by purification through microorganisms, and eventual disinfection.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advanced_Techniques_and_Varied_Types\"><\/span><strong>Advanced Techniques and Varied Types<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Advanced STPs incorporate methods like membrane filtration for enhanced water reuse.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Facilities come in mechanized and non-mechanized types based on city administrations&#8217; technical and financial capacities.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Need_for_Such_a_Complex_Sanitation_System\"><\/span><strong>Need for Such a Complex Sanitation System<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>As water accumulates impurities through domestic and non-domestic uses, including natural and human-introduced substances, it&#8217;s crucial to contain, remove, and treat used water before disposal or reuse.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This ensures that reintroduced water doesn&#8217;t pollute natural environments, safeguarding public health from impurities like organic matter, pathogens, and heavy metals.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite significant improvements in public health, achieving universal access to safely managed sanitation services remains a challenge. Addressing issues like poorly designed systems and unsafe operation practices is crucial to effectively manage used water and protect water bodies and groundwater aquifers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/a-dive-into-sanitation-solutions-processing-managing-and-treating-used-water\/article67674091.ece#:~:text=Sanitation%20systems%20play%20a%20pivotal,networks%20leading%20to%20treatment%20facilities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Press_and_Registration_of_Periodicals_Bill_2023\"><\/span><strong>Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>GS-2 Fundamental Rights, Indian Constitution, Right to Information and Transparency &amp; accountability, Government Policies &amp; Interventions\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-3\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lok Sabha recently approved the Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023, abolishing the outdated Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_of_Press_and_Registration_of_Periodicals_Bill_2023\"><\/span><strong>Key Features of Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registration_of_Periodicals\"><\/span><strong>Registration of Periodicals<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The legislation facilitates the registration of periodicals, encompassing publications featuring public news or commentary on public events.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exclusion_of_Books\"><\/span><strong>Exclusion of Books<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Books and scientific\/academic journals are excluded from the definition of periodicals.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registration_Protocols_for_Publications\"><\/span><strong>Registration Protocols for Publications<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Periodical publishers can now register online through the Press Registrar General and designated local authorities.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Restrictions_on_Individuals\"><\/span><strong>Restrictions on Individuals<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Individuals convicted of terrorism or offenses against state security are barred from publishing periodicals.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foreign_Periodicals\"><\/span><strong>Foreign Periodicals<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Approval from the central government is required for reproducing foreign periodicals in India, with detailed registration protocols.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Press_Registrar_General\"><\/span><strong>Press Registrar General<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The legislation establishes the position of the Press Registrar General, tasked with issuing registration certificates for all periodicals.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Printing_Press_Registration\"><\/span><strong>Printing Press Registration<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Declarations related to printing presses can now be submitted online to the Press Registrar General, replacing the previous practice of declarations before the District Magistrate.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suspension_and_Cancellation_of_Registration\"><\/span><strong>Suspension and Cancellation of Registration<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Press Registrar General has the power to suspend a periodical&#8217;s registration for at least 30 days (extendable up to 180 days) for various reasons.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Penalties_and_Appeals\"><\/span><strong>Penalties and Appeals<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The legislation grants authority to the Press Registrar General to impose penalties for unregistered periodical publication or non-compliance with annual statement timelines.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appeals_Process\"><\/span><strong>Appeals Process<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The legislation provides for appeals against denied registration certificates, suspension\/cancellation of registration or imposed penalties, allowing a 60-day period for filing appeals before the Press and Registration Appellate Board.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1989267#:~:text=In%20a%20historic%20decision%2C%20the,Sabha%20in%20the%20Monsoon%20Session.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unravelling_Good_Governance\"><\/span><strong>Unravelling Good Governance<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Government Policies &amp; Interventions, Important Personalities\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-4\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India observed Good Governance Day on December 25th, coinciding with the birth anniversary of the former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"571\" height=\"392\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-81.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20517 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 571px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 571\/392;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Good_Governance\"><\/span><strong>What is Good Governance?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Governance refers to the processes, systems, and structures directing, controlling, and managing organizations, societies, or groups.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Definition of Good Governance<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Good governance is characterized by a set of values guiding public institutions in conducting public affairs and managing resources, respecting human rights, the rule of law, and societal needs.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>World Bank&#8217;s Perspective<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The World Bank defines good governance in terms of the traditions and institutions exercising authority in a country. This includes the selection, monitoring, and replacement of governments, government capacity for policy formulation and implementation, and the mutual respect of citizens and the state for governing institutions.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worldwide_Governance_Indicators\"><\/span><strong>Worldwide Governance Indicators<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The World Bank&#8217;s Worldwide Governance Indicators project assesses over 200 countries based on six fundamental measures of governance, including Voice and Accountability, Political Stability and Absence of Violence, Government Effectiveness, Regulatory Quality, Rule of Law, and Control of Corruption.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Issues_Related_to_Governance_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Major Issues Related to Governance in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Corruption and Bureaucratic Inefficiency<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India ranked 85th in the Corruption Perception Index 2022, indicating concerns about bribery and misuse of public funds.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Inequality and Social Exclusion<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Despite economic growth, wealth disparities persist, with the richest 1% holding over 40% of India&#8217;s wealth.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Ineffective Implementation of Policies and Schemes<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Government programs often suffer from poor execution, as seen in irregularities in the Ayushman Bharat Scheme.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Inadequate Judicial Infrastructure<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Over 80,000 pending cases in the Supreme Court in 2023 highlight delays in access to justice.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Environmental Degradation and Climate Change<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India faces challenges like air pollution, water scarcity, and deforestation, as indicated by the 2023 World Air Quality Report.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Political Polarization and Weakening Accountability<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Increasing partisanship sometimes overshadows long-term policy planning and public welfare.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Initiatives_Related_to_Good_Governance_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Major Initiatives Related to Good Governance in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transparency_and_Accountability\"><\/span><strong>Transparency and Accountability<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Right to Information Act (2005)<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Empower citizens to access government information, promoting transparency.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Central Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS)<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Online platform for registering and tracking grievances against government departments.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>E-Governance Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Digitization of government services for increased efficiency and reduced human interaction.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Citizen_Participation_and_Empowerment\"><\/span><strong>Citizen Participation and Empowerment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>MyGov platform<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Enables citizen participation in policy discussions and feedback to the government.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Gram Sabhas<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Village-level meetings for participatory decision-making.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Right to Education Act (2009<\/strong>)\u00a0<ul><li>Ensures free and compulsory education for children aged 6-14, empowering communities.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decentralization_and_Local_Governance\"><\/span><strong>Decentralization and Local Governance<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Empower Panchayats and Municipalities for local democracy.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Aspirational Districts Program<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Focuses on improving socio-economic indicators in disadvantaged districts.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Smart Cities Mission<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Develops cities with infrastructure and technology solutions.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Other Initiatives<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Digital India Programme<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Direct Benefit Transfers<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Transfers subsidies directly to beneficiaries, reducing corruption.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Aadhaar card<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Unique identification system promoting financial inclusion.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (2016)<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Streamlines resolving bad debt and facilitating business revival.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Unified Payments Interface (UPI)<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Enables seamless inter-bank transactions using a single mobile app.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward-2\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"JanData_Platform\"><\/span><strong>JanData Platform<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Create a secure data platform backed by blockchain technology for personalized services and citizen participation.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reforming_Bureaucracy\"><\/span><strong>Reforming Bureaucracy<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Streamline administrative processes, reduce red tape, and enhance professionalism and accountability.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fast-track_Judicial_Reforms\"><\/span><strong>Fast-track Judicial Reforms<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Address the backlog of cases, improve court infrastructure, and ensure speedy access to justice.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AI-powered_Grievance_Redressal\"><\/span><strong>AI-powered Grievance Redressal<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Develop an AI-driven system for swift complaint resolution.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reimagining_Citizen_Engagement\"><\/span><strong>Reimagining Citizen Engagement<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Establish community-based innovation labs for local problem-solving.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Futuristic_Education_Curriculum\"><\/span><strong>Futuristic Education Curriculum<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Integrate critical skills into the education system for active participation in governance.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion-2\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India should follow the principle of &#8220;Minimum Government, Maximum Governance&#8221; aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Mains (2016)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. <\/strong>Effectiveness of the government system at various levels and people\u2019s participation in the governance system are interdependent&#8221;. Discuss their relationship in the context of India.\u202f\u00a0<br><strong>Q.<\/strong>\u202fWhat do you understand by the terms \u2018governance\u2019, \u2018good governance\u2019 and \u2018ethical governance\u2019?\u202f\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/india\/all-you-need-to-know-good-governance-day-atal-bihari-vajpayee-9081696\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disputed_Persian_Gulf_Islands\"><\/span><strong>Disputed Persian Gulf Islands<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 IR\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-5\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Iran and the UAE tensions rise as a joint statement at the Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum disputes Iran&#8217;s claims to three islands in the Persian Gulf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/1bcc1f01-f951-4921-a5e8-1f076c4dfde9\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Persian_Gulf_islands_dispute\"><\/span><strong>The Persian Gulf islands dispute<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Persian Gulf islands dispute involves Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Iran claims historical ownership, occupying them in 1971, considering them integral to its territory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Iran asserts an agreement with Sharjah for Abu Musa.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The UAE, disputing ownership, claims Ras al-Khaimah&#8217;s rights and accuses Iran of seizing islands before the 1971 Emirati Federation formation.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/world\/rest-of-world\/iran-summons-russian-envoy-over-statement-on-persian-gulf-disputed-islands\/articleshow\/106247100.cms?from=mdr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TOI<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhanced_Tiger_Population_at_Valmiki_Tiger_Reserve\"><\/span><strong>Enhanced Tiger Population at Valmiki Tiger Reserve.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Environment and Ecology\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-6\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) officially declared a rise in the tiger population at Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) recently.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/c4bc1592-f520-4bbb-85bf-9e051ecf1829\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Surge_in_Tiger_Numbers_at_VTR\"><\/span><strong>Why the Surge in Tiger Numbers at VTR?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The complete prohibition of sand and stone mining within VTR, coupled with stringent restrictions on mining in its eco-sensitive zone, has led to an expansion of grassland cover.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This growth in grassland contributes to the support of prey populations, consequently enhancing the survival prospects of carnivores.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The reserve is dedicated to managing and nurturing the tiger population by increasing awareness among local residents and closely monitoring mining activities in the vicinity to minimize human-wildlife conflicts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>As a result, the NTCA has categorized the reserve as &#8216;Very Good.&#8217;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Details_about_Valmiki_Tiger_Reserve_VTR\"><\/span><strong>Key Details about Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) stands as Bihar&#8217;s sole tiger reserve, situated at the easternmost extent of the Himalayan Terai forests in India.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Positioned in Bihar&#8217;s West Champaran district, it shares borders with Nepal to the north and Uttar Pradesh to the west.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The reserve, situated in the Gangetic plains bio-geographic region, features a blend of Bhabar and Terai region vegetation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>According to the Forest Survey of India Report 2021, 85.71% of its total area is under forest cover.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Noteworthy wild mammals within the reserve include tigers, sloth bears, leopards, wild dogs, bison, and wild boars.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Several rivers, including Gandak, Pandai, Manor, Harha, Masan, and Bhapsa, flow through various parts of the reserve.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insights_into_the_National_Tiger_Conservation_Authority_NTCA\"><\/span><strong>Insights into the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview\"><\/span><strong>Overview<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) operates as a statutory body under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Established in 2005 based on the recommendations of the Tiger Task Force, it derives its authority from the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, amended in 2006.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives\"><\/span><strong>Objectives<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Granting statutory authority to Project Tiger for legal compliance of its directives.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Enhancing accountability of the Center and States in managing Tiger Reserves through MoU agreements.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Providing oversight by Parliament.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Addressing the livelihood interests of local communities surrounding Tiger Reserves within the federal structure.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Prelims (2012)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. <\/strong>Consider the following protected areas:\u00a0\u00a0<br>Bandipur\u00a0<br>Bhitarkanika\u00a0<br>Manas\u00a0<br>Sunderbans\u00a0<br>Which of the above are declared Tiger Reserves?\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202f1 and 2 only\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202f1, 3 and 4 only\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202f2, 3 and 4 only\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202f1, 2, 3 and 4\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Prelims (2017)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q2<\/strong>. From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats?\u00a0\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202fSathyamangalam Tiger Reserve\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202fNallamala Forest\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fNagarhole National Park\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fSeshachalam Biosphere Reserve\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/mining\/bihar-reduced-human-activity-including-mining-bans-helped-increase-tiger-numbers-in-valmiki-reserve-93485#:~:text=VTR%20Field%20Director%20Neshmani%20K,up%20from%2031%20in%202018.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>DTE<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Central_Water_Commission_CWC\"><\/span><strong>The Central Water Commission (CWC)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-2 Polity and Governance\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-7\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Kerala state government has pressed the Centre to expedite the construction of a new dam at Mullaperiyar in Idukki district during a recent meeting with the Central Water Commission.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_The_Central_Water_Commission_CWC\"><\/span><strong>About The Central Water Commission (CWC)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Central Water Commission (CWC) is a leading technical organization in India focused on water resources.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Operating under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India, it initiates, coordinates, and advances schemes for water resource control, conservation, and utilization across the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This includes responsibilities in Flood Control, Irrigation, Navigation, Drinking Water Supply, and Water Power Development.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Commission, led by a Chairman with the status of Ex-Officio Secretary to the Government of India, is organized into three wings: Designs and Research (D&amp;R) Wing, River Management (RM) Wing, and Water Planning and Projects (WP&amp;P) Wing.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Each wing is overseen by a full-time member with the status of Ex-Officio Additional Secretary to the Government of India. The headquarters is located in New Delhi.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/kerala\/speed-up-measures-for-new-dam-at-mullaperiyar-kerala-tells-central-water-commission\/article67677028.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chronic_Wasting_Disease_CWD\"><\/span><strong>Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Environment\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-8\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a worrisome development, scientists are raising concerns about the possible transmission of a condition called chronic wasting disease (CWD) from animals to humans.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"312\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-57.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20518 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 340px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 340\/312;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Chronic_Wasting_Disease_CWD\"><\/span><strong>About Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), also known as <strong>Zombie deer disease<\/strong>, is a <strong>neurological disorder<\/strong> that impacts deer and other cervids, characterized by the abnormal growth of a misfolded protein known as a prion.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>This prion induces healthy brain proteins to become abnormal, resulting in a spectrum of symptoms.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>CWD is <strong>contagious<\/strong> and can spread within cervid populations through <strong>direct animal-to-animal contact or indirectly through exposure to contaminated objects<\/strong> or environments, including saliva, urine, feces, and carcasses of infected animals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Symptoms may take over a year to manifest and include significant weight loss, stumbling, listlessness, and other neurological issues.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>CWD is alarming due to its potential transmission to both animals and humans, raising concerns about consuming infected meat.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>It can affect animals of all ages, and some infected animals may perish without displaying symptoms.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Unfortunately, CWD is <strong>fatal to animals<\/strong>, and there are <strong>currently no treatments or<\/strong> <strong>vaccines available<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.financialexpress.com\/healthcare\/news-healthcare\/new-zombie-deer-disease-alert-for-humans-scientists-sound-alarm-as-virus-spreads-in-us-bkg\/3348003\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>FE<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black-necked_Grebe\"><\/span><strong>Black-necked Grebe<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Environment\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-9\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a noteworthy environmental occurrence, a Black-necked Grebe was observed at Hokersar wetland for the first time recently.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/170d960d-edac-4612-81de-52e79bac36cd\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Black-necked_Grebe\"><\/span><strong>About Black-necked Grebe<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Overview<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The black-necked grebe, scientifically known as Podiceps nigricollis, belongs to the grebe family of water birds.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Distribution<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>It boasts a widespread breeding range, with migratory populations spanning Eurasia and North America, complemented by a resident population in subtropical Africa.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Features<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Length: Typically measures between 28 and 34 centimeters.\u00a0<\/li><li>Weight: Weighs between 265 and 450 grams.\u00a0<\/li><li>Wingspan: Ranges from 20.5 to 21.6 inches (52-55 cm).\u00a0<\/li><li>Breeding Plumage: Displays ochre-colored plumage behind the eye and over the ear coverts, with the upper parts, head, neck, and breast in black to blackish brown.\u00a0<\/li><li>Non-breeding Plumage: Exhibits greyish-black upper parts, and dark greenish-grey legs. Both sexes are similar.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Behavior and Diet<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Utilizes various foraging techniques, capturing insects on the water surface or in flight.\u00a0<\/li><li>Despite a general aversion to flight, it covers distances up to 6,000 kilometers (3,700 mi) during migration.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Conservation Status<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>IUCN Status: Least Concern.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Facts_about_Hokersar_Wetland\"><\/span><strong>Key Facts about Hokersar Wetland<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Known as the \u2018Queen Wetland of Kashmir,\u2019 Hokersar (or Hokera) is a Ramsar site situated in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Covering 13.75 sq. km (1375 ha) in the northwest Himalayan Biogeographic province of Kashmir, it is a perennial wetland fed by the Doodhganga River, a tributary of Jhelum.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>With an altitude of 1584 m, it holds the distinction of being the only site with remaining reed beds in Jammu and Kashmir.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Hokersar is home to 68 waterfowl species, including the Large Egret, Great Crested Grebe, Little Cormorant, Common Shelduck, Tufted Duck, and the endangered White-eyed Pochard, migrating from Siberia, China, Central Asia, and Northern Europe.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/risingkashmir.com\/black-necked-grebe-sighted-at-hokersar-wetland-for-the-first-time-5f40384b-21bd-45d0-912f-ce5a07496bae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RK<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pterosaur\"><\/span><strong>Pterosaur<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Environment and Ecology\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-10\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chinese and Brazilian paleontologists have recently discovered and identified a new species of chaoyangopterid pterosaur.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/8b67b59a-08d2-432a-bcae-1e313a7268c1\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Pterosaurs\"><\/span><strong>About Pterosaurs<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview-2\"><\/span><strong>Overview<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A pterosaur refers to any flying reptile that thrived across all periods (Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous) of the Mesozoic Era (252.2 million to 66 million years ago).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distinctive_Characteristics\"><\/span><strong>Distinctive Characteristics<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>While not classified as dinosaurs, pterosaurs, like dinosaurs, are archosaurs, or &#8220;ruling reptiles,&#8221; a group that also includes birds and crocodiles.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Pterosaurs were pioneers in powered flight, evolving the ability to flap their wings for sustained flight, distinguishing them from creatures that merely leaped or glided.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They marked the first vertebrates capable of flight and included the largest flying vertebrate ever known, the late Cretaceous Quetzalcoatlus.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flight_Evolution\"><\/span><strong>Flight Evolution<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pterosaurs achieved flight independently of birds and bats, showcasing a notable example of convergent evolution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Their wings featured a sophisticated membrane of skin extending from the thorax to an elongated fourth finger.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extinction\"><\/span><strong>Extinction<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pterosaurs faced extinction at the conclusion of the Cretaceous period, approximately 65.5 million years ago, coinciding with the mass extinction event known as the Cretaceous-Tertiary extinction event (K-T extinction event).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sci.news\/paleontology\/meilifeilong-youhao-12561.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>SN<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Case_Study_of_the_Day_%E2%80%93_%E2%80%9CPlastic_is_Past%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Case Study of the Day &#8211; 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Witnessing a remarkable scene, women from Kavalakki village halted a passing car and swapped a plastic bag with puja items for a cloth bag, showcasing the village&#8217;s commitment to being plastic-free. Dr. Hebbagilu Satyanarayana Anupama, a doctor and activist, ignited this movement against plastic hazards, leading clean-up drives every Sunday. Her extensive activism, inspired by literature and feminism, spurred multiple initiatives benefiting Kavalakki, including housing for vulnerable women and advocacy for essential village facilities. Her resolve against plastic intensified after witnessing cattle consuming discarded plastic, motivating her to extend her campaign by urging companies to switch to biodegradable materials. Moreover, she transformed part of her nursing home into a library, &#8216;Bhagat Singh Odu Mane&#8217;, fostering a love for reading among patients. Dr. Anupama&#8217;s writings reflect her admiration for influential figures, from Sufi saints to revolutionary icons like Bhagat Singh, shaping her humble yet impactful journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Daily current affairs refer to the most recent and relevant events, developments, and news stories that are happening around the world on a day-to-day basis. These can encompass a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, science, technology, sports, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Staying updated with daily current affairs is crucial because it helps individuals make informed decisions in their personal and professional lives. It enables people to understand the world around them, stay aware of significant events, and engage in informed discussions about important issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\"><\/span>Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: There are various sources for daily current affairs, including newspapers, news websites, television news broadcasts, radio programs, and dedicated apps or newsletters. Social media platforms are also widely used to share and access current affairs information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\"><\/span>Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: To incorporate daily current affairs into your routine, consider setting aside specific times each day to read or watch news updates. You can also subscribe to newsletters or follow news apps to receive curated content. Engaging in discussions with peers or participating in online forums can further enhance your understanding of current events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: When analyzing daily current affairs, it&#8217;s essential to cross-reference information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy. Additionally, consider the source&#8217;s credibility and bias, if any. 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