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🔆 India’s Dairy Sector: Anchoring Nutrition & Income Security

📍 Why in Focus?
India is the world’s largest milk producer, contributing ~25% of global supply; dairy employs 8+ crore farmers and contributes 5% to GDP .

📍 Key Highlights:
Production: Milk output rose 63.5% in a decade (146 MT in 2014–15 → 239 MT in 2023–24); per capita availability = 471 g/day (vs. world avg. 322 g).
Bovine Growth: 303.7M bovines; productivity ↑ 27.3% (2014–22), highest globally.
Women’s Role: 70% of dairy workforce; 48,000+ women-led cooperatives; Shreeja MPO won International Dairy Federation Award.
Cooperative Network: 22 federations, 241 district unions, 25 MPOs covering 2.35 lakh villages & 1.72 cr farmers.
Schemes:
Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM): Genetic upgradation, AI coverage (565 lakh in 2024–25), IVF labs, MAITRIs.
White Revolution 2.0 (2024–29): 75,000 new dairy cooperatives, circular economy focus, milk procurement target 1007 lakh kg/day.
Innovation: Ethno-veterinary medicine, biogas from dung, sex-sorted semen for breed improvement.

📍 Significance:
Ensures nutrition security (protein, calcium, micronutrients).
Drives inclusive rural growth via women-led cooperatives.
Positioned for global value chain leadership in dairy.

Mains Question:
“Examine the role of India’s dairy sector in ensuring nutritional security and inclusive rural growth. How can White Revolution 2.0 transform India’s dairy value chain globally?”

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🔆 India’s Trade Policy: From Protectionism to Liberalization

📍 Introduction
India’s Foreign Trade Policy has evolved from inward-looking protectionism to outward-oriented liberalization, guiding economic growth and export promotion.

📍 Evolution of India’s Trade Policy
Early Years (1947–1960s): Import substitution, tariffs, quotas to protect domestic industries.
1960s–1980s: Growth of PSUs, continued protectionism (FERA 1974, MRTP Act 1969).
1991 Economic Reforms: Crisis-led liberalization, tariff reduction, export orientation.
2000s–Present: Focus on digital economy, FTAs, bilateral trade pacts.

📍 Key Sectors Driving Growth
IT & Software Services – Major BPO & IT exporter.
Pharmaceuticals – Exports of essential drugs & vaccines.
Automobiles & Components – Passenger cars, 2Ws, auto parts.
Textiles & Garments – Apparel, yarn, fabrics.
Chemicals & Petrochemicals – Pharma, fertilizers, petroleum.
Agro-products & Food Processing – Rice, spices, processed foods.

📍 Challenges in Expanding Trade
Geopolitical Tensions: Eg. Russia-Ukraine war, Middle East crisis.
Policy & Regulatory Issues: WTO compliance, bureaucratic delays.
Trade Imbalance: Persistent deficit with many nations.
Competitiveness Issues: Higher costs vs cheaper global alternatives.
Quality Standards: MSMEs struggle with global compliance.

📍 Way Forward
Infrastructure & Logistics – Ports, warehousing, supply chains.
Bilateral & Multilateral Trade Agreements – Deeper FTAs.
R&D & Technology Adoption – IoT, automation, digital platforms.
Promotion of Brand India – Government + industry initiatives.
Economies of Scale – Lower costs, higher competitiveness.

📍 Conclusion
With Foreign Trade Policy 2023, India aims to achieve $2 trillion exports by 2030, aided by reforms like UPI, Brand India, FTAs, and digital trade platforms.

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🔆 SARAL: Simplifying Science for the Public

📍 About SARAL
SARAL stands for Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning.
Developed by IIIT Hyderabad under the guidance of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), it aims to make complex scientific research accessible to the general public.
The tool uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to extract key information from research papers and generate layperson-friendly outputs, such as:
Videos
Podcasts
Posters
Presentations
The initiative is part of ANRF’s broader goal to create an AI-driven Science and Engineering Open India Stack, accelerating research and innovation in key fields like drug discovery, aerospace, climate science, and advanced materials.

📍 About ANRF
Established by the ANRF Act 2023, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation is dedicated to promoting research and development across India’s universities, colleges, research institutions, and R&D labs.
ANRF’s Objective: Foster a culture of research and innovation, serving as a single-window clearance mechanism for R&D funding and strategic direction of scientific research.

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2. Bateshwar Fair – Agra
3. Garhmukteshwar Mela – Hapur
4. Nauchandi Mela – Meerut
5. Deva Mela – Barabanki
6. Makanpur Mela – Farrukhabad
7. Dhai Ghat Mela – Shahjahanpur
8. Gola Gokarnath Mela – Lakhimpur Kheri
9. Bal Sundari Devi Mela – Anupshahr
10. Kalinger Mela – Banda
11. Devi Patan Mela – Balrampur
12. Lucknow Mahotsav – Lucknow
13. Varanasi Tourism Fest – Varanasi
14. Ganga Mahotsav – Varanasi
15. Triveni Mahotsav – Allahabad (Prayagraj)
16. Holi Utsav – Mathura
17. Kabir Mela – Magahar (Sant Kabir Nagar)
18. Parikrama Mela – Ayodhya
19. Ramayan Mela – Chitrakoot
20. Kailash Mela – Agra
21. Soron Mela – Kasganj
22. Ayurveda Mahotsav – Jhansi
23. Bithoor Ganga Mahotsav – Kanpur
24. Kajali Mahotsav – Mahoba
25. Ramnagariya Mela – Farrukhabad
26. Shravani Mela – Farrukhabad
27. Shakumbhari Devi Mela – Saharanpur
28. Khichdi Mela – Gorakhpur
29. Govind Sagar Mela – Ambedkar Nagar
30. Ram Barat – Agra
31. Ram Navami Mela – Ayodhya



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Multilingualism

Features

No national language only official language
Linguistic minorities fundamental rights to establish and administer educational institutes of their choice
Teaching in mother tongue
Right of language conservation

Government initiatives

Eights Schedule- 22 Languages
Three Language Formula in schools
Recognition Of Classical Languages
Bhasini – Content in Indian Languages

Challenges

Monolingual surroundings
Shortage of human and financial resources
Stagnation in languages & poor intergenerational transfers
Apprehension towards multilingualism policies from some states
Negative influence of globalization
Stigma- increased social inequalities and reduced social cohesion

Documentation of all languages
Overcome inefficiencies of education system
Remove existing linguistic inequalities
Recognition of local content in regional languages
Awareness on linguistic rights.


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🔆 Operation Sindoor: A Pivotal Moment in India’s Counter-Terrorism Strategy

📍 Background
Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, 2025, was a strategic response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, that killed 26 civilians (25 Indians and one Nepali).
The operation targeted nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoJK), including Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), and Hizbul Mujahideen (HuM), neutralizing terror infrastructure.

📍 Strategic Importance
Counter-Terrorism: The operation aimed to disrupt Pakistan-based terror groups and send a message of zero tolerance for terrorism.
National Security: It safeguarded India’s sovereignty and civilian lives from cross-border terrorism.
Geopolitical Messaging: The operation signaled India’s strategic restraint, rejecting nuclear blackmail by hitting terrorist camps while avoiding military installations, maintaining a measured approach.

📍 Execution
The operation was precise and efficient, executed by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
It involved the use of indigenous systems like Akash, BrahMos, and NavIC-guided munitions to strike terror infrastructure with minimal collateral damage.
Pakistan’s Response: Pakistan retaliated with drone strikes and missile attacks, while India neutralized Pakistani drones using advanced defense systems like Akash and BrahMos.

📍 Significance
1️⃣ New Security Doctrine: Established a firm stance on rejecting nuclear blackmail and reaffirmed India’s commitment to global counter-terrorism efforts.
2️⃣ Technological Superiority: Showcased Atmanirbhar Bharat through precision-guided missiles, neutralizing PL-15 missiles and Chinese-origin drones.
3️⃣ Diplomatic Leverage: The operation reinforced India’s regional influence, highlighted by its strategic restraint and Indus Waters Treaty suspension.
4️⃣ Regional Stability: Strengthened India-Pakistan engagement rules with zero tolerance for terrorism, reinforcing Rawalpindi’s vulnerability.
5️⃣ Global Messaging: Sent a clear message to the international community, debunking Pakistan’s false claims and asserting India’s role in international security.

📍 Future Course of Action
1️⃣ Strengthen Intelligence: Enhance IB, R&AW, and local police intelligence for proactive threat detection.
2️⃣ Restore J&K Statehood: Win local support and curb terror logistics.
3️⃣ Expand Drone Capabilities: Develop indigenous drone swarms to counter emerging aerial threats.
4️⃣ Upgrade Air Force: Increase IAF squadrons to 42 and accelerate AMCA project to address China and Pakistan threats.
5️⃣ Target Terror Leaders: Focus on high-value targets hiding in Pakistan through covert operations.
6️⃣ Global Advocacy: Push for UN sanctions on TRF and Pakistan’s return to the FATF Grey List.
7️⃣ Leverage Non-Military Pressure: Utilize Indus Waters Treaty as a strategic tool for non-military coercion.

📍 Conclusion
Operation Sindoor has redefined India’s counter-terrorism approach, demonstrating operational excellence and strategic restraint. It marks a new chapter in India’s defense strategy, reinforcing that terrorism will not be tolerated, while signaling India’s commitment to global peace and security.

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🔆Pillar Edicts and Inscriptions

The seven pillar edicts of Ashoka have been discovered in Topra (Delhi), Meerut, Kausambhi, Rampurva, Champaran, and Mehrauli:
Asoka’s idea of people protection is enshrined in Pillar Edict I.
Pillar Edict II: Defines Dhamma as having the least sins, the greatest number of virtues, compassion, liberality, honesty, and purity.
Pillar Edict III: Removes sins such as harshness, cruelty, rage, and pride, among others.
Pillar Edict IV: Addresses the responsibilities of Rajukas.
Pillar Edict V: A list of animals and birds that should not be slaughtered on certain days, as well as a separate list of species that should not be killed at all.
Dhamma policy is the sixth pillar edict.
Asoka’s work towards Dhamma policy is documented in Pillar Edict VII.

📍Minor Pillar Inscriptions

Inscription on the Rummindei Pillar: Asoka’s visit to Lumbini and the exemption of Lumbini from taxation.
Inscription on the Nigalisagar Pillar in Nepal: Asoka extended the height of Buddha Konakamana’s stupa to twice its original size.

📍Major Pillar Inscriptions

Sarnath Lion Capital was erected by Ashoka in Varanasi to commemorate Dhammachakrapravartana or Buddha’s first discourse.
Single lion on Vaishali Pillar in Bihar, with no inscription.
Uttar Pradesh’s Sankissa Pillar
Champaran, Bihar: Lauriya-Nandangarth.
Champaran, Bihar: Lauriya-Araraj
Uttar Pradesh’s Allahabad pillar.

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🔆 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts under PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)

📍 About the Initiative
The government has identified 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts (AADs) across 29 States and UTs under the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY).
Aim: To enhance agricultural productivity, improve rural infrastructure, and ensure balanced regional growth in the farm sector.

📍 Objectives
Transform underperforming agricultural regions into high-growth, resilient, and sustainable hubs.
Improve irrigation, credit access, market linkages, and crop diversification.
Strengthen district-level planning and drive convergence across existing schemes.

📍 Criteria for Selection
🔹 Districts were chosen based on:
1️⃣ Low crop productivity
2️⃣ Moderate crop intensity
3️⃣ Below-average access to institutional credit

📍 Implementation Framework
Each district will prepare a District Agriculture Development Plan (DADP).
Programme will converge 36 schemes from 11 Central Ministries/Departments for coordinated development.
100 Central Nodal Officers (CNOs) — mainly Joint Secretaries — will monitor implementation.

📍 Geographical Distribution
Uttar Pradesh: 12 districts
Maharashtra: 9
Madhya Pradesh & Rajasthan: 8 each
Bihar: 7
Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal: 4 each
Assam, Chhattisgarh, Kerala: 3 each
J&K, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand: 2 each
Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Sikkim, Tripura: 1 each

📍 Significance
Promotes inclusive agricultural growth and reduces regional disparities.
Encourages data-driven governance and local-level agricultural planning.
Supports Aatmanirbhar Krishi through convergence of schemes like PM-KUSUM, PMKSY, and PMFBY.


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