Tag: AGRICULTURE

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“The promise of doubling farmers’ income was ambitious but insufficiently grounded in regional realities”. Critically analyse. What institutional and structural reforms are necessary to realise this goal?

Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Q5.  “The promise of doubling farmers’ income was ambitious but insufficiently grounded in regional realities”. Critically analyse. What institutional and structural reforms are necessary to realise this goal? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Most of the states …

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Chlorpyrifos Pesticide

Source:  DH Context:  Ahead of the Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm Conventions (BRS COP) in Geneva, Indian civil society groups have urged the government to impose a complete ban on chlorpyrifos, a pesticide banned in over 40 countries but still used in India. About Chlorpyrifos Pesticide: What is Chlorpyrifos? Chlorpyrifos is an organophosphate insecticide, acaricide, and …

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How do Agri-startups contribute to solving the last-mile challenges in Indian agriculture? What funding and policy bottlenecks do they face? Evaluate their role in bridging technology gaps for small farmers.

Topic: Transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers Q6. How do Agri-startups contribute to solving the last-mile challenges in Indian agriculture? What funding and policy bottlenecks do they face? Evaluate their role in bridging technology gaps for small farmers. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: …

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INSTA REVISION MODULES : Agriculture Module for UPSC CSE Prelims 2025

INSTA Revision modules consists of important Current Affairs oriented towards UPSC Civil Services Prelims exam 2025, which will help you in quick revision.  These modules are to be used for revision ONLY after you read INSIGHTS Daily Current Affairs Compilations to reap the maximum benefits. It is advised that you revise your notes along with …

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Why is dependence on a few major crops problematic for global agricultural systems? Analyse the role of policy and market forces in driving this trend.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q6. Why is dependence on a few major crops problematic for global agricultural systems? Analyse the role of policy and market forces in driving this trend. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: The FAO’s 2025 report highlights a concerning global …

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Value Additions

GS-2: Governance Context: Sewer deaths, caused by the hazardous manual cleaning of sewers and septic tanks, remain a grim reality in India, particularly in Delhi. Data point: (Source: RTI Response) With 75 deaths recorded over 15 years and only one conviction. GS-3: Agriculture Context: The Supreme Court-appointed committee’s interim report highlights the dire state of …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11 October 2024

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11 October 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

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Second All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey

Syllabus: Agriculture and allied activities. Source:  PIB Context: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) released its second All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) for 2021-22, covering one lakh rural households across India. The survey provides insights into economic and financial indicators, assessing the impact of government policies on rural development post-COVID. …

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100 years of ICAR-NISA

 Source: ICAR About ICAR-National Institute of Secondary Agriculture (NISA): It was established in 1924 as the Indian Institute of Natural Resins and Gums in Ranchi, Jharkhand, and was renamed in 2022. It operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.   About Secondary Agriculture: It involves adding value to primary agricultural products and related …

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Cabinet approves the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA)

Syllabus: Agriculture  Source: PM India   Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) schemes to ensure farmers get fair prices and stabilize consumer prices of essential goods.   The initiative, with a financial outlay of Rs. 35,000 crore until 2025-26, integrates schemes like the Price …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17 September 2024

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

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 AgriSURE Fund & Krishi Nivesh Portal

Source: PIB Context: The Union Minister launched the AgriSURE Fund and Krishi Nivesh Portal. The event also featured the presentation of the Greenathon AIF Excellence Awards, recognizing top-performing banks and states for their efforts in implementing the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme.

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 3 September 2024

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 3 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

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