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Why in the News?           In recent developments, the Parliament has enacted the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023, a pivotal move aimed at securing one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and the Legislative Assembly of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. Key Provisions of the Act Articles Amended: Article 239AA: Ensures the reservation of one-third of seats for women in the Legislative Assembly of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. Articles Inserted: Article 330A: Mandates the reservation of one-third of seats for women in the House of People (Lok Sabha), including the reservation under Article 330 for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). Article 332A: Prescribes the reservation of one-third of seats for women in the Legislative Assembly of every State, along with reservation under Article 332 for SCs/STs. Article 334A: Specifies that the provisions of this act will come into effect after the delimitation fo

Why in News:  Nitin Gadkari launches Bharat NCAP: Set to be implemented from October 1, 2023 Aim of Bharat NCAP: Promoting Safety Standards in Indian Automobiles The primary objective of the Bharat New Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP) is to facilitate Indian automobile manufacturers in subjecting their vehicles to stringent safety evaluations, specifically conforming to the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) 197. Understanding NCAP:   Bharat NCAP's core mission is to enhance road safety by assigning star ratings to vehicles based on their performance in rigorous safety examinations.  These tests encompass assessments of both adult occupant (AOP) and child occupant (COP) safety, offering consumers a simplified means of comparing safety levels across different car models prior to purchasing. Manufacturers have the option to voluntarily present their vehicles for testing according to the guidelines laid out in the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) 197. The new programme will be appl

This Post is based on the article "Koosina Mane: Redefining childcare" Which was Published in The Hindu on 17th August 2023 .  "Koosina Mane" is a scheme introduced by the Karnataka government in its 2023-24 Budget.  The scheme aims to set up child homes or creches across 4,000 gram panchayats in Karnataka.  Its primary purpose is to provide healthcare, nutrition, and safety for children whose mothers are employed under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), as well as for other mothers in the vicinity. This initiative is significant for several reasons: Boosting Women's Labor Force Participation:  The MGNREGA mandates that a certain percentage of beneficiaries be women. However, women's labor force participation under MGNREGA in Karnataka is relatively lower than in neighboring states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala.  By providing reliable childcare infrastructure through "Koosina Mane," the Karnataka government aims to

Source: 1. PIB 2. Indian Semiconductor Mission           The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) is a specialised and autonomous Business Division operating under the Digital India Corporation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information technology.  "Its primary objective is to establish a thriving semiconductor and display ecosystem to position India as a prominent global center for electronics manufacturing and design".     ISM possesses full administrative and financial authority and is dedicated to accelerating the growth of the semiconductor ecosystem in India, encompassing manufacturing, packaging, and design. An advisory board composed of renowned global experts in the semiconductor industry provides guidance to ISM. As the nodal agency, ISM is responsible for the efficient and coherent implementation of programs aimed at fostering the development of India's semiconductor and manufacturing ecosystem. Objectives of ISM : The objectives of ISM are as follows: Dev

                    Project Tiger , a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, Government of India, was launched on April 1st, 1973 , during the tenure of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Its primary objective was to secure a viable population of Indian Tigers in their natural habitats, shielding them from the brink of extinction, and safeguarding ecologically significant areas as a natural heritage that represents diverse ecosystems across the country's tiger range.           In the early 20th century, India boasted an estimated tiger population of about 40,000. However, by the 1970s, rampant hunting and habitat destruction had caused a severe decline, leaving a mere 1,827 tigers remaining. This alarming situation captured the attention of wildlife enthusiasts, conservationists, and the government, ultimately giving rise to the crucial conservation initiative known as Project Tiger. Objectives of Project Tiger : The objectives of Proj

                 India's National animal,  The Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) holds a significant place in the hearts of the Indian people, symbolising strength, beauty, and biodiversity. Unfortunately, this magnificent creature has faced numerous threats that have pushed it to the brink of extinction. In response, the Indian government took decisive action and established the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in 2005 under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, based on the recommendations of the Tiger Task Force.         The NTCA plays a crucial role in safeguarding tigers and their habitats, employing a multifaceted approach to conservation. Establishment and Purpose: The National Tiger Conservation Authority was created under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, further amended in 2006 to accommodate its establishment.  The primary objective behind the formation of NTCA was to promote conservation efforts that focus on India's tiger population.  Being

Why It is in News? Rajasthan Assembly Passes bill extending social security to gig workers Karnataka Government has announced Total of Rs. 4 lakh coverage of Life insurance and Accident Insurance for Gig Workers. What is GIG Economy :           A Gig economy is a free market system in which organisations contract with independent workers outside the traditional employer-employee relationship, for short term temporary engagement. Who is GIG Worker: According to the code on social security, 2020 A GIG worker is a person who performs work or participates in work arrangement and earns from such activities, outside of the traditional employer - employee relationship. They can be broadly classified into platform and non platform workers. Platform workers are those, whose work is based on online software applications or digital platforms such as Ola, Uber, Swiggy, Zomato etc. Non platform Workers , these are generally casual wage and own account workers in conventional sectors engaged part ti