Finance Commission
The Finance Commission decides upon the financial relations between the union and state governments. Facts to know ( Please look into the recommendations of sixteenth finance commission for the prelims exam) It is formed under Article 280 of the Constitution. … Continue reading
International Climate Initiative
To promote climate action and biodiversity conservation in global south, the German government formed the International Climate Initiative in 2008. What do you need to know? The initiative has four focus areas: Greenhouse gas mitigation, carbon sink restoration, biodiversity conservation, … Continue reading
Chandra Shekhar Azad
Chandra Shekhar Azad was a freedom fighter credited with forming the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association(HSRA). He formed this from the precursor Hindustan Republican Association(HRA). What you need to know? He was deeply influenced by the words of Gandhi ji and … Continue reading
Food Fortification
To address the challenges associated with the shortage of micro and macronutrients in the food that is consumed, the concept of food fortification is introduced. This can be seen as an effective large-scale nutrition intervention mechanism. Facts to know about … Continue reading
I2U2 Grouping
I2U2 grouping is a forum consisting of India, USA, Israel and UAE focusing on addressing the greatest challenges in the world like climate crisis. The areas of focus include water, energy, transportation, space, health, and food security. The first I2U2 … Continue reading
IMEC Corridor
India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is a proposed corridor that was recently introduced by PM Modi during his address of Israeli Parliament . IMEC aims to foster economic cooperation and green development through sustainable infrastructure projects. What do you need … Continue reading
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme
The scheme focuses on making the export sector more competitive and contributing more to GDP. What do you need to know? The scheme provides for the refund of taxes, levies, and duties during the manufacture and distribution of exported goods … Continue reading
PM – KISAN Scheme
PM-KISAN ensures timely financial aid to strengthen farmers livelihoods and promote agricultural growth. Facts to know about PM-Kisan PM- KISAN is a Central Sector scheme with 100% funding from the Government of India. Under the scheme, an income support of … Continue reading