{"id":46323,"date":"2024-09-20T10:53:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T10:53:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=46323"},"modified":"2024-09-20T10:53:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T10:53:11","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 20th Sep 2024 &#8211; Edukemy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Today&#8217;s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants explores the latest developments relevant to 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 India&#8217;s socio-political and economic landscape. 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.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-current-affairs?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Current+Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" 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6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e8ae82612e2\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Cabinet_clears_plan_for_%E2%80%98One_Nation_One_Election\" title=\"Cabinet clears plan for \u2018One Nation, One Election\u2019&nbsp;\">Cabinet clears plan for \u2018One Nation, One Election\u2019&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-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/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-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#What_does_ONOE_mean\" title=\"What does ONOE mean?&nbsp;\">What does ONOE mean?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Benefits_of_ONOE\" title=\"Benefits of ONOE:&nbsp;\">Benefits of ONOE:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Issues_With_ONOE\" title=\"Issues With ONOE:&nbsp;\">Issues With ONOE:&nbsp;<\/a><\/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-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Roadmap_recommended_by_high_level_committee\" title=\"Roadmap recommended by high level committee:&nbsp;\">Roadmap recommended by high level committee:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\" title=\"UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)&nbsp;\">UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Prelims\" title=\"Prelims&nbsp;\">Prelims&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Mains\" title=\"Mains&nbsp;\">Mains&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#PM_Janjatiya_Unnat_Gram_Abhiyan_PM-JUGA\" title=\"PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA)&nbsp;\">PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-2\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_the_PM_Janjatiya_Unnat_Gram_Abhiyan_PM-JUGA\" title=\"About the PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA):&nbsp;\">About the PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Bio-RIDE_scheme\" title=\"Bio-RIDE scheme&nbsp;\">Bio-RIDE scheme&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-3\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_Bio-RIDE_Scheme\" title=\"About Bio-RIDE Scheme:&nbsp;\">About Bio-RIDE Scheme:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Components_of_the_Bio-RIDE_Scheme\" title=\"Components of the Bio-RIDE Scheme:&nbsp;\">Components of the Bio-RIDE Scheme:&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Biotechnology_Research_and_Development_R_D\" title=\"Biotechnology Research and Development (R&amp;D)\u00a0\">Biotechnology Research and Development (R&amp;D)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Industrial_and_Entrepreneurship_Development_I_ED\" title=\"Industrial and Entrepreneurship Development (I&amp;ED)\u00a0\">Industrial and Entrepreneurship Development (I&amp;ED)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Funding_and_Duration\" title=\"Funding and Duration:&nbsp;\">Funding and Duration:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Implementation_of_Scheme\" title=\"Implementation of Scheme:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Implementation of Scheme:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Pradhan_Mantri_Annadata_Aay_SanraksHan_Abhiyan_PM-AASHA_Scheme\" title=\"Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) Scheme&nbsp;\">Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) Scheme&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-4\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_Pradhan_Mantri_Annadata_Aay_SanraksHan_Abhiyan_PM-AASHA\" title=\"About Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA):&nbsp;\">About Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#National_Board_for_Wildlife_NBWL\" title=\"National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)&nbsp;\">National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-5\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_National_Board_for_Wildlife_NBWL\" title=\"About National Board for Wildlife (NBWL):&nbsp;\">About National Board for Wildlife (NBWL):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#NPS_Vatsalya_Scheme\" title=\"NPS Vatsalya Scheme&nbsp;\">NPS Vatsalya Scheme&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-6\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_NPS_Vatsalya_Scheme\" title=\"About NPS Vatsalya&nbsp; Scheme:&nbsp;\">About NPS Vatsalya&nbsp; Scheme:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Spotted_Deer\" title=\"Spotted Deer&nbsp;\">Spotted Deer&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-7\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_Spotted_Deer\" title=\"About Spotted Deer:&nbsp;\">About Spotted Deer:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Naga_King_Chilli_Festival\" title=\"Naga King Chilli Festival&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Naga King Chilli Festival&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-8\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_Naga_King_Chilli\" title=\"About Naga King Chilli:&nbsp;\">About Naga King Chilli:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#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-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#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-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#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-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#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-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#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-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#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-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#To_get_free_counselingsupport_on_UPSC_preparation_from_expert_mentors_please_call_9773890604\" title=\"To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604\">To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-20th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_Here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabinet_clears_plan_for_%E2%80%98One_Nation_One_Election\"><\/span><strong>Cabinet clears plan for \u2018One Nation, One Election\u2019<\/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>Tags: GS-2, Polity &amp; Governance- Constitution \u2013 Acts &amp; Amendments\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, recommendations of the High-Level Committee on ONOE\/Simultaneous Elections under chairmanship of former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_ONOE_mean\"><\/span><strong>What does ONOE mean?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About<\/strong>:\u00a0It holding elections for the People\u2019s House, the national assembly and all local bodies, ie. municipalities and panchayats together.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_ONOE\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of ONOE:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Government exchequer deficit<\/strong>: 2019 LS election cost Rs 60,000 crore.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Increase the number of voters:<\/strong> e.g. Every day voting brings \u2018voter fatigue\u2019.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Stability of Structure and Growth:<\/strong> Currently, the constant imposition of exemplary codes of conduct leads to structural paralysis affecting the supply chain, business investment and economic growth.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Effective delivery of services:<\/strong> Officials and security forces, often used in elections, negatively affect their service delivery\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Issues_With_ONOE\"><\/span><strong>Issues With ONOE:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Marginalisation of the region parties:<\/strong> State parties can Mute the little one\u2019s voice of parties at the national level\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Reduced\u00a0 Responsibility in Politics Leadership:<\/strong> Elections are held daily Keep lawmakers on their toes.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Concerns Federalism:<\/strong> Due to Multiple charges Article 356.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Concerns about independent thought Qualifying Votes:<\/strong> There had been a simultaneous election Voters combining national and state issues.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roadmap_recommended_by_high_level_committee\"><\/span><strong>Roadmap recommended by high level committee:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Constitutional amendment in two ways:-<\/strong> .\u00a0<ul><li><strong>1st: <\/strong>Simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections (without the need for state approval).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>2nd: <\/strong>Coordination of the first phase with local elections by holding municipal and panchayat elections more frequently in 100 days voting (requires ratification by less than half of states).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Dealing with a hung House\/no confidence motion:<\/strong> Fresh elections for constituting a new House of People or State Legislative Assembly for an unexpired term of the House of the People.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\"><\/span><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelims\"><\/span><strong>Prelims<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1. Consider the following statements: (2020)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>According to the Constitution of India a person who is eligible to vote can be made a minister in a State for six months even if he\/she is not a member of the Legislature of that State.\u00a0<\/li><li>According to the Representation of People Act, 1951, a person convicted of a criminal offence and sentenced to imprisonment for five years is permanently disqualified from contesting an election even after his release from prison.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 only\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>2 only\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Both 1 and 2\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Neither 1 nor 2\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer: (d)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2. Consider the following statements: (2017)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Election Commission of India is a five-member body.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Union Ministry of Home Affairs decides the election schedule for the conduct of both general elections and bye-elections.\u00a0<\/li><li>Election Commission resolves the disputes relating to splits\/mergers of recognised political parties.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 and 2 only\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>2 only\u00a0<\/li><li>2 and 3 only\u00a0<\/li><li>3 only\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer: (d)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mains\"><\/span><strong>Mains<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q.1 \u2018Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering but it will reduce the government\u2019s accountability to the people\u2019 Discuss. (2017)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/india-news\/cabinet-clears-plan-for-simultaneous-elections-101726685578502.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>HT<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Janjatiya_Unnat_Gram_Abhiyan_PM-JUGA\"><\/span><strong>PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA)<\/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>Tags: GS-2, Governance-\u00a0 Government Policies &amp; Interventions- PM-JUGA<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Cabinet approved PM-JUGA with an outlay of \u20b979,156 crore to fill critical social infrastructure gaps and&nbsp; build on the success of PM-JANMAN.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_PM_Janjatiya_Unnat_Gram_Abhiyan_PM-JUGA\"><\/span><strong>About the PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Improving the <strong>socio-economic condition of tribal communities <\/strong>by adopting saturation coverage for tribal families in tribal-majority villages and aspirational districts.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Coverage:<\/strong> It will cover 63,000 villages in 30 states and is aimed at benefiting <strong>five crore tribal people<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Implementation:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Comprises 25 interventions to be implemented by 17- line ministries through funds allocated under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST) in next 5 years\u00a0<\/li><li>The said tribal villages will be mapped and progress will be monitored on the PM Speed \u200b\u200bpower platform.\u00a0<\/li><li>It is a unique example of collaboration and the whole government approach.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The four objectives of the mission are:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Objective-I:<\/strong> Development of facilities like Pucca house for Improving household and village infrastructure.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Objective-2: <\/strong>Promote economic empowerment through skill development Career development and social development (self-employment).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Objective-3: <\/strong>Access to quality education will be universal\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Objective-4: <\/strong>Healthy living and dignified ageing.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Innovative Schemes under PM JUGA:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Tribal Home Stay:<\/strong> 1,000 home stays will be promoted under Swadesh Darshan to boost tourism in tribal areas and offer alternative livelihoods. Financial aid includes \u20b95 lakhs for new room construction, \u20b93 lakhs for renovation, and \u20b95 lakhs for village community needs.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Sustainable Livelihood for FRA Holders:<\/strong> Expedite forest rights recognition, empower tribal communities to conserve forests, and ensure sustainable livelihoods through various schemes.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Infrastructure Improvement for Schools\/Hostels:<\/strong> Upgrade Ashrams, hostels, tribal schools, and government residential schools to PM-SHRI standards.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Sickle Cell Disease Diagnosis:<\/strong> Centres of Competence (CoC) to be set up in AIIMS and top institutes in states affected by Sickle Cell Disease.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Tribal Multipurpose Marketing Centres (TMMCs):<\/strong> 100 TMMCs will be established to ensure fair prices for tribal products and direct consumer access to tribal goods.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2055995\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bio-RIDE_scheme\"><\/span><strong>Bio-RIDE scheme<\/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>Tags: GS-3, Science &amp; Technology- Biotechnology<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-3\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the Union Cabinet approved one scheme-\u2018Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio- RIDE)\u2019.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Bio-RIDE_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>About Bio-RIDE Scheme:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Aim:<\/strong> To accelerate research, enhance product development, and bridge the gap between academic research and industrial applications.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Objective<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Strengthen India\u2019s position as a global leader in biomanufacturing and biotechnology.\u00a0<\/li><li>Make India a US$300 billion bioeconomy by 2030.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Components_of_the_Bio-RIDE_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>Components of the Bio-RIDE Scheme:<\/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=\"Biotechnology_Research_and_Development_R_D\"><\/span><strong>Biotechnology Research and Development (R&amp;D)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Focus on:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Human resource development.\u00a0<\/li><li>Bioinformatics and biotech facilities.\u00a0<\/li><li>Establishment of Centres of Excellence.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Industrial_and_Entrepreneurship_Development_I_ED\"><\/span><strong>Industrial and Entrepreneurship Development (I&amp;ED)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Focus on:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programmes.\u00a0<\/li><li>Development of bio-clusters and biotech parks.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Biomanufacturing and Biofoundry<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Aligned with the Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) initiative.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Aim:<\/strong> Promote circular bioeconomy through sustainable biomanufacturing.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Key areas:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Indigenous biomanufacturing solutions.\u00a0<\/li><li>Healthcare, agriculture productivity, bioeconomy growth.\u00a0<\/li><li>Skill development and entrepreneurial momentum.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Funding_and_Duration\"><\/span><strong>Funding and Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Outlay: \u20b9 9,197 crore during the 15th Finance Commission period (2021-22 to 2025-26).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implementation_of_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>Implementation of Scheme:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Promote Bio-Entrepreneurship&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Grants and incentives for R&amp;D in synthetic biology, biopharmaceuticals, bioenergy, and bioplastics.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Creating synergies to accelerate commercialization of bio-based products.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Encourage Sustainable Biomanufacturing&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nurturing Human Resource in Biotechnology sector&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:&nbsp; <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2056001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pradhan_Mantri_Annadata_Aay_SanraksHan_Abhiyan_PM-AASHA_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) Scheme<\/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>Tags: GS-3, Economy- Agriculture sector- Govt. Schemes<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-4\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the Union cabinet extended the PM-AASHA price support scheme in agriculture till 2025-26.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Pradhan_Mantri_Annadata_Aay_SanraksHan_Abhiyan_PM-AASHA\"><\/span><strong>About Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Objective :<\/strong> To ensure adequate compensation to farmers for their Production of oilseeds, pulses, copra etc.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Total Expenditure: <\/strong>Rs. 35,000 crore in FY15 Commission cycle through 2025-26.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Components of Scheme:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Credit Support Scheme (PSS):<\/strong> Commercial notified buyers, oilseeds &amp; copra are fixed at minimum support prices under PSS 25% of the gross domestic product.\u00a0<\/li><li>No roofing around Tur, Urad &amp; Masur For the 2024-25 season.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Price Stabilization Fund (PSF):<\/strong> Government purchases Pulses at market prices above MSP including pre-registered farmers in eSamridhi (NAFED) and eSanyukti (NCCF) Methodology.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Depreciation Payment Scheme (PDPS):<\/strong> Sesame seed cover went up to 40%, with a validity of 4 months.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Market Integration System (MIS): <\/strong>Increased MIS reimbursement up to 25%; Then the differential payment will go directly to the account of the farmers.\u00a0<\/li><li>Transportation and storage costs will be paid by the Government TOP (Tomato, Onion &amp; Potato) Vegetables.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Benefits of integrated schemes:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>PSS: <\/strong>Promotes crop diversification and reduces imports Dependency for traditional pulses, oilseeds &amp; copra\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>PSF:<\/strong> Protects against price fluctuations by protecting consumers from price fluctuations Strategic buffer stocks of pumpkins\/onions.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>MIS:<\/strong> Provides wage standards for growing farmers rotting garden crops; also reduces TOP crop prices for Customers.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:\u00a0 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/cabinet-approves-continuation-of-pm-aasha-to-provide-better-prices-to-farmers\/article68655592.ece\" 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=\"National_Board_for_Wildlife_NBWL\"><\/span><strong>National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)<\/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>Tags: GS-3, Ecology &amp; Environment- Biodiversity- NBWL<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-5\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the standing committee of the NBWL cleared controversial transmission line projects in Little Rann of Kutch ,Goa\u2019s Mollem national park .&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_National_Board_for_Wildlife_NBWL\"><\/span><strong>About National Board for Wildlife (NBWL):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About:<\/strong> Statutory board under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, guiding decisions on wildlife conservation and project approvals in protected areas (PAs).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Mandates:<\/strong> Approval from NBWL is required for tourist lodge construction, altering PA boundaries, habitat destruction\/diversion, and de-notification of Tiger Reserves.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Structure:<\/strong> A 47-member board chaired by the Prime Minister, with the Environment Minister as vice-chairperson. Includes key officials like the army chief and nominated conservationists.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Standing Committee (SC-NBWL):<\/strong> Consists of the Environment Minister, Member Secretary, and up to 10 members nominated by the vice-chairperson. It handles most NBWL tasks.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Expanded Powers:<\/strong> Since 2002, the SC-NBWL approves any activity in wildlife sanctuaries and gives recommendations on National Parks, Sanctuaries, and PAs management.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Meetings:<\/strong> SC-NBWL meets every three months.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/india\/post-election-meeting-wildlife-board-clears-transmission-lines-in-gujarat-flamingo-habitat-goas-mollem-forest-9560284\/\" 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=\"NPS_Vatsalya_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>NPS Vatsalya Scheme<\/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: GS-2, Governance- Govt. Schemes &amp; Incentive\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-6\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the union Finance Minister officially launched the NPS Vatsalya scheme.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_NPS_Vatsalya_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>About NPS Vatsalya&nbsp; Scheme:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About:<\/strong> The National Pension Scheme (NPS) expansion focused on minor children under 18, and the account is maintained by a parent\/guardian.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Eligibility:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Open to all Indian minors, where the child and parents are required to comply with KYC norms.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Account management:<\/strong> Can be opened at regulated places like banks, India Post, pension funds, or online portals (e-NPS).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Contribution:<\/strong> Minimum annual contribution is \u20b91,000, no limit.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Investment options:<\/strong> PFRDA offers options in government securities, corporate debt and investments based on the risk appetite of the applicant.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Conversion:<\/strong> On completion of 18 years, the account seamlessly converts to a normal NPS account.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Withdrawal:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<ul><li>After 3 years, Up to 25% of the corpus can be withdrawn for specific purposes like education, medical treatment, or disabilities exceeding 75%.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Full retirement of up to \u20b92.5 lakh is allowed at the age of 18.\u00a0<\/li><li>For amounts above \u20b92.5 lakh, 20% can be withdrawn and 80% can be used to purchase an annuity.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Death Situation<\/strong>: On the death of the subscriber, the corpus passes to the nominee. If both parents die, the legal guardian maintains the account with no additional contributions until the child reaches 18 years of age.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/m.economictimes.com\/wealth\/invest\/nps-vatsalya-your-child-can-get-more-than-rs-10-crore-on-retirement-if-you-put-rs-10000-a-year-till-he-is-18-how-to-invest-in-nps-vatsalya\/articleshow\/113481724.cms#:~:text=Benefits%20of%20investing%20in%20NPS%20Vatsalya&amp;text=Parents%20or%20guardians%20can%20start,account%20managed%20by%20the%20guardian\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>ET<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spotted_Deer\"><\/span><strong>Spotted Deer<\/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>Tags: GS-3, Ecology &amp; Environment- Biodiversity- Species\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-7\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"256\" height=\"150\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-226.png\" alt=\"Spotted Deer\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-46326 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 256px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 256\/150;\" \/><figcaption><strong>Spotted Deer<\/strong>\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, spotted deer in Madhya Pradesh&#8217;s Pench Tiger Reserve are stressing the habitat, prompting relocation efforts to balance the ecosystem.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Spotted_Deer\"><\/span><strong>About Spotted Deer:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0 The spotted deer, or Chital, is the most common deer species in Indian forests.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Scientific Name: <\/strong>Axis axis\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Distribution:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>It is native to the Indian subcontinent.\u00a0<\/li><li>It is widely distributed in Asia, especially in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and a small group in Pakistan.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>It stands at about 35 inches tall and weighs about 187 pounds.\u00a0<\/li><li>It has a reddish-brown coat above and a white underbelly.\u00a0<\/li><li>Both the genders have small white spots on the body, hence named Spotted or Chital.\u00a0<\/li><li>Spotted deer are sexually dimorphic. Males are significantly larger than females, and only male deers possess antlers.\u00a0<\/li><li>Its curved, three-pronged antlers extend nearly 3 feet and shed each year.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Conservation Status: IUCN Red List: <\/strong>Least Concern\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deccanchronicle.com\/nation\/in-other-news\/pench-tiger-reserve-faces-habitat-strain-due-to-spotted-deer-overpopulation-1824411\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>DC<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Naga_King_Chilli_Festival\"><\/span><strong>Naga King Chilli Festival&nbsp;<\/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>Tags: GS-1, &#8211; Naga King Chilli Festival\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-8\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, Seiyhama village in Nagaland celebrated the third edition of the Naga king chilli festival.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Naga_King_Chilli\"><\/span><strong>About Naga King Chilli:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It belongs to the genus Capsicum of the family Solanaceae and also known as raja mircha, Bhoot Jolokia and Ghost pepper.\u00a0<\/li><li>Its extreme heat, which exceeds 1 million Scoville heat units (SHU).\u00a0<\/li><li>It received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2008.\u00a0<\/li><li>The cultivation of king chilli in Seiyhama is an ancient practice. Farmers begin searching for suitable plots in December or January, with large bamboo groves being the preferred location.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The peak harvest of king chilli occurs in August and September, with the final harvest in November and December.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Significance: <\/strong>The king chilli has long been used to preserve food in Nagaland\u2019s hot, humid climate, extending the shelf life of food and reducing waste.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/agriculture\/fiery-traditions-nagaland-villages-king-chilli-festival-ignites-community-spirit#:~:text=The%20king%20chilli%20Festival%2C%20first,true%20reflection%20of%20collective%20effort.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>DTE<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-0bdc90fc-9ad9-4d85-813a-5e4514b0e8b6\"><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=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-40cac27d-7b4a-4665-868c-b163c24eb4a5\"><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 id=\"block-fe62b79c-ca63-44f8-a0c0-96c6a45e15ad\">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\" id=\"block-23001c40-3e00-420c-87f5-59940aaadbfb\"><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 id=\"block-0f058a42-e04b-44b6-81f4-497c1a633829\">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\" id=\"block-f1b64586-072f-4a35-bff3-97a46102d2fe\"><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 id=\"block-9f6f3877-b05b-40e5-a5e7-51a52c31f635\">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\" id=\"block-b41e7968-7b82-4543-ae5d-1a71348811b7\"><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 id=\"block-53c64a77-8d12-44ff-989d-c58a2d4f4266\">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\" id=\"block-f7cc4377-09d9-44ed-8cf7-babf2bd11d35\"><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 id=\"block-298260d9-b933-4357-abd6-0c751a6b0b53\">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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