Introduction The food processing industry plays a crucial role in a nation’s economy by reducing agricultural wastage, increasing value addition, generating employment, and ensuring food security. In developed countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan, the food processing sector has evolved into a high-tech industry, leveraging automation, stringent quality control, and robust supply chain…
Introduction NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) was established on January 1, 2015, to replace the Planning Commission. As a policy think tank of the Government of India, NITI Aayog plays a crucial role in shaping India’s long-term developmental strategies, formulating policies, and enhancing cooperative federalism. It serves as an advisory body providing directional…
Introduction The phrase “Leaving No One Behind” (LNOB) serves as the guiding principle of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aim to address global challenges while ensuring that all individuals, particularly the marginalized and disadvantaged, benefit from progress. This commitment emphasizes equity, inclusivity, and sustainability, recognizing that true development must uplift everyone—regardless of…
Introduction Reverse migration is the movement of people from urban areas back to their rural hometowns, often due to economic distress, loss of employment, or health crises. The COVID-19 pandemic triggered one of the largest instances of reverse migration in Indian history, particularly affecting states like Uttar Pradesh, which saw millions of migrant workers return…
Introduction Liberalization refers to the process of reducing government restrictions and regulations in economic and social policies, allowing greater participation of private and foreign entities in the market. It aims to enhance efficiency, encourage competition, and foster economic growth. In India, the economic liberalization that began in 1991 under the leadership of then-Prime Minister P.V….
Introduction The influence of the West on Indian education has been profound and transformative, shaping the country’s academic structure, pedagogy, and curriculum. Western education, introduced primarily during British colonial rule, replaced traditional indigenous learning systems, creating a modern institutional framework. While it brought scientific and technological advancements, it also led to the decline of indigenous…
Introduction Geopolitical divisions play a crucial role in shaping the political, economic, and social dynamics of a country. The terms “frontier” and “boundary” are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings in geography and international relations. While a boundary is a fixed and legally defined line that separates two political entities, a frontier is…
Introduction The Smart City Mission, launched by the Government of India in 2015, is an urban renewal and retrofitting program aimed at developing 100 cities across the country into sustainable and citizen-friendly urban centers. The objective of the mission is to enhance the quality of life through infrastructure development, efficient governance, and the adoption of…
Introduction Poverty alleviation has been one of the key priorities of the Indian government since independence. Rural India, where a large section of the population depends on agriculture and daily wage labor, faces persistent poverty, unemployment, and income disparity. To address this issue, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) was enacted in…
Introduction The evolution of healthcare has been significantly influenced by technological advancements, and telemedicine is at the forefront of this revolution. Telemedicine refers to the use of digital communication technologies to provide medical services remotely. From video consultations to remote monitoring of chronic diseases, telemedicine has transformed the accessibility and efficiency of healthcare delivery. This…