UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025
Kartavya Desk Staff
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles
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Table of Contents
GS Paper 1 : (UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January (2025)
• Groundwater Conservation
Groundwater Conservation
GS Paper 3:
• Minimum Support Price
Minimum Support Price
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME):
• Punjab De-Addiction Registry
Punjab De-Addiction Registry
Facts for Prelims (FFP):
• Indus Valley Script
Indus Valley Script
• Artesian Condition
Artesian Condition
• National Anthem
National Anthem
• BHARATPOL Portal
BHARATPOL Portal
• UGC Draft Regulations 2025
UGC Draft Regulations 2025
• PLI Scheme 1.1
PLI Scheme 1.1
• Organic Fisheries Cluster
Organic Fisheries Cluster
Mapping:
• Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary
Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025
#### GS Paper 1 :
Groundwater Conservation
Syllabus: Water Resources
Source: PIB
Context: Recent reports by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) highlight positive trends in groundwater recharge and reduced extraction, showcasing the potential of collaborative efforts and innovative policies.
• Improvements (2017–2024): (Source: National Compilation on Dynamic Ground Water Resources of India, 2024) Groundwater recharge increased by 15 BCM. Extraction decreased by 3 BCM. Safe assessment units increased from 62.6% (2017) to 73.4% (2024). Over-exploited units declined from 17.24% to 11.13%.
• Groundwater recharge increased by 15 BCM.
• Extraction decreased by 3 BCM.
• Safe assessment units increased from 62.6% (2017) to 73.4% (2024).
• Over-exploited units declined from 17.24% to 11.13%.
• Government Initiatives for Groundwater Conservation
• Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Focuses on rainwater harvesting and water conservation under the “Catch the Rain” campaign.
• Atal Bhujal Yojana (2020): Targets groundwater management in water-stressed regions across seven states.
• Mission Amrit Sarovar (2022): Plans to create/rejuvenate 75 Amrit Sarovars in each district for water harvesting.
• Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY): Expands irrigation coverage and improves water-use efficiency.
• National Aquifer Mapping (NAQUIM): Covers 25 lakh sq. km, aiding in better planning for groundwater recharge.
• Master Plan for Artificial Recharge (2020): Proposes 42 crore rainwater harvesting structures to harness 185 BCM of rainfall.
• Watershed Development Component of PMKSY (WDC-PMKSY): Promotes soil conservation and rainwater harvesting.
• National Water Policy (2012): Advocates rainwater harvesting and efficient water use.
• Challenges Facing Groundwater: Over-extraction: Excessive use of groundwater for irrigation and domestic needs is depleting reserves faster than they can recharge. Pollution: Groundwater is increasingly contaminated by arsenic, fluoride, nitrates, and industrial pollutants, impacting health and agriculture. Declining Water Tables: Unsustainable practices in urban and rural areas are causing groundwater levels to drop alarmingly. Climate Change: Shifting rainfall patterns are disrupting groundwater recharge cycles, exacerbating water scarcity. Urbanization: Expansion of cities reduces recharge zones and limits infiltration, worsening groundwater depletion.
• Over-extraction: Excessive use of groundwater for irrigation and domestic needs is depleting reserves faster than they can recharge.
• Pollution: Groundwater is increasingly contaminated by arsenic, fluoride, nitrates, and industrial pollutants, impacting health and agriculture.
• Declining Water Tables: Unsustainable practices in urban and rural areas are causing groundwater levels to drop alarmingly.
• Climate Change: Shifting rainfall patterns are disrupting groundwater recharge cycles, exacerbating water scarcity.
• Urbanization: Expansion of cities reduces recharge zones and limits infiltration, worsening groundwater depletion.
• Way Ahead: Policy Interventions: Enforce sustainable groundwater use laws and introduce incentives for adopting conservation techniques. Technology Integration: Leverage AI and IoT for real-time groundwater monitoring and optimized water resource management. Community Engagement: Foster awareness campaigns and involve local communities in groundwater conservation initiatives. Integrated Water Management: Encourage the use of surface and rainwater to complement groundwater and reduce dependence.
• Policy Interventions: Enforce sustainable groundwater use laws and introduce incentives for adopting conservation techniques.
• Technology Integration: Leverage AI and IoT for real-time groundwater monitoring and optimized water resource management.
• Community Engagement: Foster awareness campaigns and involve local communities in groundwater conservation initiatives.
• Integrated Water Management: Encourage the use of surface and rainwater to complement groundwater and reduce dependence.
Conclusion:
India’s significant progress in groundwater recharge and conservation underscores the importance of collaborative efforts. By continuing sustainable practices, technological innovations, and community participation, India can secure its water future and lead the way in global water management.
Insta Links:
• Groundwater-conservation-in-India
• What are the salient features of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan launched by the Government of India for water conservation and water security? (UPSC-2020)
• Suggest measures to improve water storage and irrigation system to make its judicious use under the depleting scenario. (UPSC-2020)
#### UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025 GS Paper 3
Minimum Support Price
Syllabus: Agriculture
Source: DTE
Context: Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s indefinite fast entered its 43rd day as the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, has recommended a “legally binding” MSP.
What is MSP?
• Definition: MSP is the price at which the government purchases crops from farmers to ensure they do not incur losses.
• Established by: Recommended by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) under the Ministry of Agriculture, final approval by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).
• Crops Covered: MSP is declared for 23 crops, including cereals, pulses, oilseeds, and commercial crops like cotton and jute.
• Purpose: Protect farmers from price fluctuations, provide income stability, and ensure agricultural growth.
Need for MSP for Farmers:
• Income Stability: MSP protects farmers from losses due to market price dips caused by overproduction or low demand.
E.g. In 2024, moong prices in Rajasthan were ₹6,467 per quintal, far below the MSP of ₹8,682 (Indian Express).
• Inequitable Market Dynamics: Farmers lack bargaining power compared to traders, leading to lower price realization.
E.g. CACP data shows over 80% of farmers rely on local markets, where prices often fall below MSP.
• Cost of Production: Rising input costs and stagnant yields necessitate MSP to ensure profitability.
E.g. Fertilizer and diesel prices increased by 15-20% between 2020 and 2024 (Ministry of Agriculture).
• Addressing Rural Poverty: With 86% of farmers being smallholders, MSP prevents distress sales, ensuring sustainable livelihoods.
Feasibility of Legalizing MSP:
• High Fiscal Cost: Procuring all MSP crops could cost ₹7.5 lakh crore annually, consuming 17% of the Union Budget, limiting resources for other developmental initiatives.
• Direct Compensation Model: Implementing a compensation mechanism for price differences would require ₹30,000-₹50,000 crore annually, which is financially more viable.
• Market Intervention: Establishing floor prices in APMC auctions can stabilize market prices and reduce the burden on government procurement.
• Private Sector Role: Mandating private buyers to ensure purchases at or above MSP could distribute the financial responsibility across stakeholders, reducing the load on the exchequer.
• Deficit Payment Scheme: Compensating farmers for the difference between market price and MSP can ensure price assurance without the need for direct procurement of all crops.
Limitations of Legalizing MSP:
• Budgetary Stress: Allocating 17% of the budget for MSP would strain fiscal resources, affecting investments in health, education, and infrastructure.
• Market Disruption: Enforcing MSP might deter private sector engagement, reducing efficiency and competitiveness in agricultural markets.
• Administrative Challenges: Monitoring and implementing MSP transactions for millions of farmers across diverse crops would require significant infrastructure and human resources.
• Regional Inequity: Current MSP procurement disproportionately benefits states like Punjab, Haryana, and UP, sidelining farmers in less developed regions.
• Risk of Overproduction: Guaranteed MSP could lead to over-cultivation of certain crops, aggravating issues like environmental degradation and water scarcity.
Way ahead:
• Targeted Procurement: Expand MSP-backed procurement to pulses, oilseeds, and millets to ensure inclusivity.
• FPO Strengthening: Empower Farmer Producer Organizations for collective bargaining and market access.
• Digital Platforms: Utilize e-NAM and blockchain for transparent price discovery and efficient monitoring.
• Market Reforms: Enhance APMC efficiency and integrate with global markets to stabilize prices.
• Awareness Campaigns: Educate farmers on MSP mechanisms and alternative income sources like Agro-processing.
Conclusion:
A legally binding MSP can address farmers’ income insecurity but requires balancing fiscal prudence, market efficiency, and inclusivity. Leveraging technology, targeted interventions, and stakeholder collaboration can ensure a sustainable agricultural future for India.
Insta Links:
• Legalising-minimum-support-price
• What are the reformative steps taken by the Government to make the food grain distribution system more effective? (UPSC-2019)
#### UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025 Content for Mains Enrichment (CME)
Punjab De-Addiction Registry
Context: Punjab’s Drug Control Policy focuses on prevention, de-addiction, and rehabilitation, with a central registry to monitor treatments and prevent medication misuse.
About Punjab De-Addiction Registry:
• What it is: A digital registry leveraging Aadhaar-based biometric authentication to uniquely identify patients undergoing treatment for substance abuse.
• Features: Tracks treatment progress across 590 Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment (OOAT) clinics and private centers. Ensures accountability in dispensing detox medicines, preventing misuse. Integrates a secure data vault for Aadhaar-related information to protect patient privacy. Includes around 10 lakh substance abuse patients, with 7 lakhs treated in private facilities. Monitored by a State Steering Committee led by the Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary as nodal officer.
• Tracks treatment progress across 590 Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment (OOAT) clinics and private centers.
• Ensures accountability in dispensing detox medicines, preventing misuse.
• Integrates a secure data vault for Aadhaar-related information to protect patient privacy.
• Includes around 10 lakh substance abuse patients, with 7 lakhs treated in private facilities.
• Monitored by a State Steering Committee led by the Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary as nodal officer.
Relevance in UPSC Exam Syllabus:
• General Studies (GS) Paper 2: Governance and Policies: Role of state governments in implementing policies for social welfare and addressing public health crises.
• Governance and Policies: Role of state governments in implementing policies for social welfare and addressing public health crises.
• General Studies (GS) Paper 3: Internal Security: Tackling drug abuse and trafficking as a socio-economic and security concern. Technology in Governance: Use of digital platforms like Aadhaar in public service delivery and policy implementation.
• Internal Security: Tackling drug abuse and trafficking as a socio-economic and security concern.
• Technology in Governance: Use of digital platforms like Aadhaar in public service delivery and policy implementation.
• Ethics Paper: Accountability and Governance: Ethical considerations in addressing public health issues.
• Accountability and Governance: Ethical considerations in addressing public health issues.
#### UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025 Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Indus Valley Script
Source: IE
Context: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister offer of a $1 million prize for anyone who deciphers the Indus Valley script serves a purpose beyond solving the lingering mystery regarding the 5,000-year-old civilization.
About Harappan Script:
• What it is: The writing system of the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 2600-1900 BCE), featuring undeciphered symbols with no confirmed linguistic association.
• The writing system of the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 2600-1900 BCE), featuring undeciphered symbols with no confirmed linguistic association.
• Material used: Found on steatite seals, clay impressions, pottery, bronze tools, stoneware bangles, shells, ivory, and small copper tablets. Seals were often square, about 2.54 cm, and occasionally made of materials like silver, faience, and calcite.
• Found on steatite seals, clay impressions, pottery, bronze tools, stoneware bangles, shells, ivory, and small copper tablets.
• Seals were often square, about 2.54 cm, and occasionally made of materials like silver, faience, and calcite.
• Features of the script: Short inscriptions averaging five symbols, with the longest known being 26 symbols. Early forms appeared during the Ravi and Kot Diji phases (c. 3500-2700 BCE). The script appears to have fully developed by the Urban period (c. 2600-1900 BCE).
• Short inscriptions averaging five symbols, with the longest known being 26 symbols.
• Early forms appeared during the Ravi and Kot Diji phases (c. 3500-2700 BCE).
• The script appears to have fully developed by the Urban period (c. 2600-1900 BCE).
• Motifs found on script: Animal motifs such as unicorns, bulls, tigers, elephants, and mythical creatures. Depictions of human figures, often in symbolic or narrative contexts, including combat or ritual scenes.
• Animal motifs such as unicorns, bulls, tigers, elephants, and mythical creatures.
• Depictions of human figures, often in symbolic or narrative contexts, including combat or ritual scenes.
Insta links:
• 100-years-of-discovery-of-the-Indus-valley-civilization
Artesian Condition
Source: IE
Context: In December, artesian water flow in Taranagar, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, revealed unique geological features, dispelling myths like the Saraswati River.
About artesian condition:
• Definition: An artesian condition occurs when groundwater is confined under pressure between layers of impermeable rocks, called an artesian aquifer.
• Factors leading to artesian condition: Confined aquifer: Water trapped between impermeable rock layers. Pressure gradient: Natural geological pressure caused by the weight of overlying impermeable layers. Rupture or Drilling: Release of pressure when the top layer is punctured (e.g., during drilling).
• Confined aquifer: Water trapped between impermeable rock layers.
• Pressure gradient: Natural geological pressure caused by the weight of overlying impermeable layers.
• Rupture or Drilling: Release of pressure when the top layer is punctured (e.g., during drilling).
• How it works: Artesian water flows naturally to the surface when the confining layer is breached, propelled by the internal pressure. The water may gush out forcefully, depending on the depth and pressure within the aquifer.
• Artesian water flows naturally to the surface when the confining layer is breached, propelled by the internal pressure.
• The water may gush out forcefully, depending on the depth and pressure within the aquifer.
• Significance: Water Source in Arid Regions: Provides access to groundwater in deserts like Rajasthan. Geological insight: Reveals subsurface hydrogeological conditions. Agricultural utility: Enables irrigation without pumping in confined aquifers. Global examples: Found in Australia, Africa, and historical wells like Artois in France.
• Water Source in Arid Regions: Provides access to groundwater in deserts like Rajasthan.
• Geological insight: Reveals subsurface hydrogeological conditions.
• Agricultural utility: Enables irrigation without pumping in confined aquifers.
• Global examples: Found in Australia, Africa, and historical wells like Artois in France.
Insta links:
• Saraswati-river
National Anthem
Source: TH
Context: The controversy arose in Tamil Nadu’s Legislative Assembly when Governor left without delivering the customary address, citing the absence of the National Anthem.
About National Anthem:
• Written by: Composed by Rabindranath Tagore in Bangla.
• Adopted in: The Hindi version was adopted as the National Anthem of India by the Constituent Assembly on January 24, 1950.
• Procedure for Singing the Anthem: Full Version: Time: Approximately 52 seconds. Conditions & Occasions: During civil and military investitures. When the President or Governor arrives at or departs from formal state functions. At parades or when the National Flag is unfurled. On arrival or departure of the President for any public function. Preceded by a drum roll when played by a band. Short Version: *Short Version of Anthem:*
• Full Version: Time: Approximately 52 seconds. Conditions & Occasions: During civil and military investitures. When the President or Governor arrives at or departs from formal state functions. At parades or when the National Flag is unfurled. On arrival or departure of the President for any public function. Preceded by a drum roll when played by a band.
• Time: Approximately 52 seconds.
• Conditions & Occasions: During civil and military investitures. When the President or Governor arrives at or departs from formal state functions. At parades or when the National Flag is unfurled. On arrival or departure of the President for any public function.
• During civil and military investitures.
• When the President or Governor arrives at or departs from formal state functions.
• At parades or when the National Flag is unfurled.
• On arrival or departure of the President for any public function.
• Preceded by a drum roll when played by a band.
• Short Version: *Short Version of Anthem:*
• *Short Version of Anthem:*
Jana-gana-mana-adhinayaka jaya he,
Bharata-bhagya-vidhata,
Jaya he, jaya he, jaya he, Jaya jaya jaya jaya he.
• Time: Approximately 20 seconds. Conditions & Occasions: Played during toasts in Messes. On occasions with special orders by the Government of India. Mass Singing: Conditions & Occasions: During the unfurling of the National Flag. At cultural or ceremonial functions, with choirs or public participation. On arrival or departure of the President at non-state public functions. Schools: Encouraged as part of morning assemblies to instill respect for the nation.
• Time: Approximately 20 seconds. Conditions & Occasions: Played during toasts in Messes. On occasions with special orders by the Government of India.
• Time: Approximately 20 seconds.
• Conditions & Occasions: Played during toasts in Messes. On occasions with special orders by the Government of India.
• Played during toasts in Messes.
• On occasions with special orders by the Government of India.
• Mass Singing: Conditions & Occasions: During the unfurling of the National Flag. At cultural or ceremonial functions, with choirs or public participation. On arrival or departure of the President at non-state public functions. Schools: Encouraged as part of morning assemblies to instill respect for the nation.
• Conditions & Occasions: During the unfurling of the National Flag. At cultural or ceremonial functions, with choirs or public participation. On arrival or departure of the President at non-state public functions. Schools: Encouraged as part of morning assemblies to instill respect for the nation.
• During the unfurling of the National Flag.
• At cultural or ceremonial functions, with choirs or public participation.
• On arrival or departure of the President at non-state public functions.
• Schools: Encouraged as part of morning assemblies to instill respect for the nation.
Insta links:
• MHA orders
BHARATPOL Portal
Source: PIB
Context: Union Home Minister launched the BHARATPOL Portal, in New Delhi.
About BHARATPOL Portal:
• Ministry Involved: Ministry of Home Affairs, in collaboration with the CBI as the National Central Bureau (NCB) for INTERPOL in India.
• Ministry of Home Affairs, in collaboration with the CBI as the National Central Bureau (NCB) for INTERPOL in India.
• Aim: To enable real-time information sharing and streamline international police assistance through INTERPOL, addressing challenges posed by transnational crimes.
• To enable real-time information sharing and streamline international police assistance through INTERPOL, addressing challenges posed by transnational crimes.
• Features: Centralized platform to process INTERPOL requests, including Red Notices and other color-coded notices. Accessible via the CBI’s official website for seamless communication among CBI, INTERPOL Liaison Officers (ILOs), and Unit Officers (UOs). Enhances efficiency for field-level officers in combating crimes like cybercrime, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and financial fraud. Reduces reliance on traditional communication methods like letters, emails, and faxes. Facilitates faster access to international police assistance for criminal investigations.
• Centralized platform to process INTERPOL requests, including Red Notices and other color-coded notices.
• Accessible via the CBI’s official website for seamless communication among CBI, INTERPOL Liaison Officers (ILOs), and Unit Officers (UOs).
• Enhances efficiency for field-level officers in combating crimes like cybercrime, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and financial fraud.
• Reduces reliance on traditional communication methods like letters, emails, and faxes.
• Facilitates faster access to international police assistance for criminal investigations.
Insta links:
UGC Draft Regulations 2025
Source: TOI
Context: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan unveiled the UGC Draft Regulations 2025, which introduce significant reforms in the appointment of Vice-Chancellors (VCs) and academic staff, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Draft Guidelines for Vice-Chancellor Appointment:
• Organisation involved: University Grants Commission (UGC).
• Key features of VC appointment guidelines: Authority for Selection: Chancellors or Visitors are empowered to form a three-member search-cum-selection committee for appointing VCs. Selection Process: Applications are invited via all-India newspaper advertisements or through nomination/talent search processes. A committee consisting of nominees from the Visitor/Chancellor (Chairperson), UGC Chairperson, and the university’s apex body (e.g., Senate, Syndicate) selects the VC. Eligibility: Distinguished professionals from academia, industry, public administration, or policymaking with proven academic contributions are eligible. Inclusivity: Encourages representation of economically weaker sections (EWS), SC, ST, OBC, and persons with disabilities. Transparency: Mandates public notification and objective assessment methods.
• Authority for Selection: Chancellors or Visitors are empowered to form a three-member search-cum-selection committee for appointing VCs.
• Selection Process: Applications are invited via all-India newspaper advertisements or through nomination/talent search processes. A committee consisting of nominees from the Visitor/Chancellor (Chairperson), UGC Chairperson, and the university’s apex body (e.g., Senate, Syndicate) selects the VC.
• Applications are invited via all-India newspaper advertisements or through nomination/talent search processes.
• A committee consisting of nominees from the Visitor/Chancellor (Chairperson), UGC Chairperson, and the university’s apex body (e.g., Senate, Syndicate) selects the VC.
• Eligibility: Distinguished professionals from academia, industry, public administration, or policymaking with proven academic contributions are eligible.
• Distinguished professionals from academia, industry, public administration, or policymaking with proven academic contributions are eligible.
• Inclusivity: Encourages representation of economically weaker sections (EWS), SC, ST, OBC, and persons with disabilities.
• Transparency: Mandates public notification and objective assessment methods.
• Consequences of Non-Compliance: Non-compliance with these guidelines may result in institutions being barred from UGC schemes or offering degree programs.
• Non-compliance with these guidelines may result in institutions being barred from UGC schemes or offering degree programs.
Insta links:
PLI Scheme 1.1
Source: PIB
Context: Union Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries launched PLI Scheme 1.1 to enhance India’s self-reliance in steel production under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
About PLI Scheme 1.1:
• What it is: Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme 1.1 focuses on enhancing domestic production of specialty steel in five key categories.
• Launched by: Union Ministry of Steel and Heavy Industries.
• Aim: Reduce dependency on imports of specialty steel. Promote high-value steel manufacturing. Strengthen India’s position as a global steel powerhouse.
• Reduce dependency on imports of specialty steel.
• Promote high-value steel manufacturing.
• Strengthen India’s position as a global steel powerhouse.
• Key Features: Five Product Categories: Coated/Plated Steel, High Strength/Wear Resistant Steel, Specialty Rails, Alloy Steel Products & Steel Wires, and Electrical Steel. Reduced Thresholds: Investment threshold for CRGO (Cold-rolled grain-oriented steel) reduced to ₹3,000 crore. Production threshold reduced to 50,000 tonnes. Carry Forward Excess Production: Companies can carry forward surplus production to the next year for incentive eligibility. Focus on Existing Capacities: Investments in augmenting existing facilities are now eligible for participation. Incentive Period: FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30.
• Five Product Categories: Coated/Plated Steel, High Strength/Wear Resistant Steel, Specialty Rails, Alloy Steel Products & Steel Wires, and Electrical Steel.
• Reduced Thresholds: Investment threshold for CRGO (Cold-rolled grain-oriented steel) reduced to ₹3,000 crore. Production threshold reduced to 50,000 tonnes.
• Investment threshold for CRGO (Cold-rolled grain-oriented steel) reduced to ₹3,000 crore.
• Production threshold reduced to 50,000 tonnes.
• Carry Forward Excess Production: Companies can carry forward surplus production to the next year for incentive eligibility.
• Focus on Existing Capacities: Investments in augmenting existing facilities are now eligible for participation.
• Incentive Period: FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30.
Insta links:
• Production-linked-incentive-scheme
Organic Fisheries Cluster
Source: DD News
Context: Union Minister inaugurated India’s first Organic Fisheries Cluster in Soreng District, Sikkim.
• This initiative, under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
About India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster:
• What it is: A fisheries cluster designed for sustainable and eco-friendly fish farming using organic practices.
• Features: Focuses on minimal environmental pollution and sustainable production. Incorporates amur carp and other key species for organic fish farming. Supported by NABARD through funding for infrastructure, capacity building, and forming Farmer Producer Organizations (FFPOs).
• Focuses on minimal environmental pollution and sustainable production.
• Incorporates amur carp and other key species for organic fish farming.
• Supported by NABARD through funding for infrastructure, capacity building, and forming Farmer Producer Organizations (FFPOs).
About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
• Launched by: Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying in 2020.
• Aim: Accelerate growth in the fisheries sector, enhance productivity, and align with the Blue Economy vision.
• Features: Cluster-Based Approach: Promotes economies of scale, competitiveness, and value-chain strengthening. Covers production, processing, and marketing for fisheries like freshwater, brackish water, ornamental, and organic fisheries. Two components:
• Cluster-Based Approach: Promotes economies of scale, competitiveness, and value-chain strengthening.
• Covers production, processing, and marketing for fisheries like freshwater, brackish water, ornamental, and organic fisheries.
• Two components:
• Central Sector Scheme (CS)
• Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) with beneficiary-oriented and non-beneficiary-oriented subcomponents.
• Focus on technologies like Biofloc systems and Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS).
• Focus on technologies like Biofloc systems and Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS).
Insta links:
• Tuna-cluster
#### UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 January 2025 Mapping:
Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary
Source: TOI
Context: The Bombay High Court took suo moto cognizance of an incident involving tourists cornering a tigress and her cubs in Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary, exposing lapses in wildlife protection and monitoring protocols.
About Umred Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary:
• Location: Situated in Pauni Tahsil, Bhandara district, and Umred, Kuhi, and Bhivapur Taluka, Nagpur district, Maharashtra.
• National Park: Connected to Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve via the forest along the Wainganga River, forming a crucial tiger conservation corridor.
• River: Bounded by the Wainganga River and the Gose Khurd Dam to the northeast.
• Flora: Dense deciduous forests with teak, bamboo, and other hardwoods dominating the landscape.
• Fauna: Mammals: Tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs, Indian gaur, sambar deer, and spotted deer. Birds: Rich avian population with various endemic and migratory species. Reptiles: Cobras, pythons, and other reptiles add to the biodiversity.
• Mammals: Tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs, Indian gaur, sambar deer, and spotted deer.
• Birds: Rich avian population with various endemic and migratory species.
• Reptiles: Cobras, pythons, and other reptiles add to the biodiversity.
Insta links:
• Kawal-tiger-reserve
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