Introduction Fertilizer use has seen rapid expansion and intensification in India and in other parts of the world with the spread of the Green Revolution technology. With the scope for raising production through the expansion of cultivable land exhausted, fertilizer will continue to play a key role in meeting the future requirement of food, feed, […]
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Money Laundering for UPSC Money Laundering for UPSC refers to the conversion or “Laundering” of money which is illegally obtained, so as to make it appear to originate from a legitimate source. INDEX Basics of Money Laundering Process of Money Laundering Vulnerability of India Why it still persists Adverse consequences GOI Steps & Laws Global Efforts
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Context India continues to remain in the United States (US) ‘Priority Watch List’ for alleged violations of intellectual property rights (IPR). What is Intellectual Property? Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce. IP is protected in law
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EXAM TIME SYNOPSIS What is MSME? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Support and Outreach Programme. MSME Development (MSMED) Act, 2006 classifies MSMEs based on the Investment in plant and machinery for manufacturing units and investment in equipment for service enterprises. But in February 2018, the Union Cabinet approved
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What is MSME? The government under Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan (Self-reliant India Campaign) changed the basic definition of MSMEs and eliminated the distinction between manufacturing and service sector MSMEs. Now the definition of MSMEs is- Existing MSME Classification Criteria: Investment Plant and Machinery or Equipment Classification Micro Small Medium Mfg. Enterprises Investment < Rs. 25 lakh
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CURRENT SITUATION Manufacturing as a % of the GDP at about 16 % India is the fifth largest manufacturer in the world (CAGR) of around 7.7 % between 2012-13 and 2017-18 77% Weightage in IIP 60% of Industrial GDP Employs 15% of India’s Population India ranked 63rd in Ease of Doing Business Report 2019 by
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INDEX Status on the eve of independence Rationale behind PSUs dominant Role Problems faced by PSU’s – 1991 Disinvestment In India : Meaning Purpose of disinvestment Policy on disinvestment Budget 2016 -17 : Investment based approach DIPAM Arguments for Disinvestments Arguments Against Disinvestments Targets and Actuals Role of PSUs presently Way forward Conclusion On the
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INDEX What is Cyber Security? Status of India Challenges International Convention on Cybercrime Government Initiatives Way Forward UPSC Questions Cyberspace and Internet: Blessing or curse to the human civilization in the long run 2016. Discuss the potential threats of Cyberattack and the security framework to prevent it. 2017 Considering the threats cyberspace poses for the
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Exam Time Synopsis: What are SHGs? The informal group of 10-20 individuals, grouped voluntarily to promote a common interest. Historical Background- Began in 1985 with MYRADA. Then in 1992, NABARD started promoting it through SHG Bank Linkage Programme. Characteristics- Homogenous background, common interest, active existence for at least last 6 months, savings and credit
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Role Of NGOs In India- Role Of NGOs In India, Non-governmental organization. Non-profit making groups formed for the social welfare of mankind are known as NGOs. Non-governmental organizations, or NGOs, were first called such in Article 71 in the Charter of the newly formed United Nations in 1945. Exam Time Synopsis: Non-profit making groups formed
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