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DMPQ: Outline the recommendation of National commission on Agriculture to prevent farmer suicide.

In the last few years, a large number of farmers have committed suicide. Cases of suicides have been reported from states such as Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Kerala, Punjab, Rajasthan, Orissa and Madhya Pradesh. The NCF has underlined the need to address the farmer suicide problem on a priority basis. Some of measures suggested include: … Read more DMPQ: Outline the recommendation of National commission on Agriculture to prevent farmer suicide.

DMPQ: Short note on Akali movement.

The Akali Movement also known as Gurdwara Reform Movement came into full swing from the early 1920’s. Its aim was to bring reform in the working and management of Sikh Gurdwaras.The Akali Movement was created to free the Sikhs historic Gurdwaras from Mahants who were supported by the British rule.Eventually the Gurdwara Reform Act was … Read more DMPQ: Short note on Akali movement.

DMPQ: what was the Qatar crisis? Mention the trigger points that lead to Qatar crisis.

Qatar crisis is the manifestation of the diplomatic breakdown between Qatar and Saudi Arabia and its allies in the west Asian region that threatens to upset the stability of the region.Four Arab countries out of which three are also the members of Gulf Cooperation Council – Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain along … Read more DMPQ: what was the Qatar crisis? Mention the trigger points that lead to Qatar crisis.

DMPQ: India and Japan currently have a special strategic and global partnership. Why did India confer such status.

Geopolitics – The rise of China and doubts about USA‘s commitments in Asia has pushed both the countries towards this relationship. Economic Aspect – Japan is investing heavily in Indian projects. The two countries are also working on a joint infrastructure development and connectivity drive traversing the Indian Ocean. Their projects span from Myanmar to … Read more DMPQ: India and Japan currently have a special strategic and global partnership. Why did India confer such status.

DMPQ: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana.

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a Maternity Benefit Programme that is implemented in all the districts of the country in accordance with the provision of the National Food Security Act, 2013.Providing partial compensation for the wage loss in terms of cash incentive s so that the woman can take adequate res t before … Read more DMPQ: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana.

06.03.19 Odisha (OPSC) Current Affairs

ODISHA Odisha government clears USD 4 billion investment proposal by Haldia Petrochemicals The Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd (HPL) received the state government nod to set up an integrated refinery at a total investment of Rs 28,700 crores (USD 4.05 billion) near Subarnarekha Port in Balasore district. HPL’s investment intent of Rs 70,000 crore for a petrochemical complex and downstream … Read more 06.03.19 Odisha (OPSC) Current Affairs

DMPQ: Why UAE is special for India’s Look west policy?

UAE is a special partner in India’s look west policy. UAE with its surplus of oil and capital can fuel the demand of India. India diaspora is a huge source of human resource for UAE. The relation pillars can be summarised under the two heads: Economically: Central to India’s pitch for improving foreign direct … Read more DMPQ: Why UAE is special for India’s Look west policy?

DMPQ: Ramakrishna Mission

Named after One of the most prominent religious figures of India during the nineteenth century, Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa was a mystic and a yogi who translated complex spiritual concepts into lucid and easily intelligible manner. He pursued the Divine throughout his life in various forms and believed in divine embodiment of the Supreme Being in … Read more DMPQ: Ramakrishna Mission

DMPQ: Short note on USTTAD Scheme.

The scheme “Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development (USTTAD) was launched in May, 2015. “Shilp Utsav” component of the scheme has been implemented through ”National Minorities Development and Finance Corporation (NMDFC) to provide support to minority craftsmen/ artisans for marketing their products. The Ministry has also engaged Knowledge Partners viz. National … Read more DMPQ: Short note on USTTAD Scheme.

DMPQ: What is a heavy Industry? What are the location factors suitable for setting up of heavy industries.?

Heavy industry relates to a type of business that typically carries a high capital cost (capital-intensive), high barriers to entry and low transportability. The term “heavy” refers to the fact that the items produced by “heavy industry” used to be products such as iron, coal, oil, ships, etc. Location factors are as follows: Availability of raw material … Read more DMPQ: What is a heavy Industry? What are the location factors suitable for setting up of heavy industries.?