[Newsbits] 31.10.2023 – Daily Current Affairs Mind Maps for UPSC Prelims

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Amangarh Tiger Reserve

Amangarh Tiger Reserve upsc mind map
Context
Amangarh Tiger Reserve
An extension of Jim Corbett National Park
Changes
Marginal increase in tiger population
Unintended consequences
For leopards in the area
What is the Issue?
Tigers' territorial nature
Territory
One big cat over 8 square kilometers
Result
Leopards pushed out
Leopards entering human habitats
Consequences
Over 35 leopards captured
16 human deaths from leopard attacks
Amangarh Tiger Reserve expansion
Viewed as potential solution
Protect big cat habitats
Prevent future conflicts
About Amangarh Tiger Reserve
Location
Amangarh, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh
Terai region
Area
Approximately 578 sq km
Boundaries shared with
Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand
Historical context
Part of Jim Corbett National Park
Remained in Uttar Pradesh after Uttarakhand creation
Establishment
Declared a tiger reserve
In 2012
Flora
Vegetation types
Grasslands
Wetlands
Dense forests
Fauna
Mammals
Tigers, Elephants, Swamp Deer, Hog Deer, Sloth Bear, Porcupine
Birds
Hornbill, Red Jungle Fowl, Pea Fowl, Bengal Florican
Reptiles
Monitor Lizard, Turtles, Gangetic Dolphin, Mugger, Gharia, etc.

JioSpaceFiber

JioSpaceFiber upsc mind map
Context
Reliance Jio demonstration
JioSpaceFiber
India’s first satellite-based gigabit internet
Venue
India Mobile Congress
Source
IE
Technology development
Partnership
Luxembourg-based SES
Medium Earth orbit (MEO) satellites
Specific networks
SES’s O3v
o3b mPOWER
How is it different from Elong Musk’s Starlink?
Common satellite internet
Low-Earth orbit (LEO)
Examples
StarLink
OneWeb
JioSpaceFiber uses
MEO satellites
Benefits
Larger coverage area
Fewer satellites
Disadvantage
Higher latency
Latency definition
Time for data transfer across the network
Access JioSpaceFiber
Larger satellite dish requirement
Achievements
Four remote locations connected
What is Satellite Internet?
Definition
Online connection from space satellites
Process
Internet service providers launch satellites
Satellite communication
With user equipment
Includes modem and satellite dish
Purpose
Transmit and receive data
Benefits
Connect remote or rural areas
Enable multi-device access

Gir cow breed

Gir cow breed upsc mind map
Context
Rashtriya Gokul Mission
India’s initiative
Enhance indigenous cattle breeds
Promoted the Gir cow breed
High milk yield
Adaptability
Source
DTE
What is Gir Cow Breed?
Indigenous cattle breed in India
Features
High milk yield
Adaptability
Calm temperament
Distinctive hump
Reddish-brown coat
Milk production
Purebred Gir cows
Yield 18-20 liters of milk per day
Origin
Gir forests in Gujarat
Locations found
Maharashtra
Rajasthan
Other indigenous cattle breeds
Red Sindhi, Sahiwal, Hallikar
What is the issue with adopting Gir Cow Breed?
Rashtriya Gokul Mission focus
Threatens other indigenous breeds' purity
Gir cow advantages
Sole focus on one breed
Can be detrimental
Expert suggestions
Genetically superior cows
Identify and breed
Maintain regional traits and diversity
About the Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Keywords and Explanations
Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Program for indigenous bovine breed
Development and conservation
Implementation since
Started in December 2014
Continued under
Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojna from 2021 to 2026
Nodal Ministry
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Objectives
Enhance bovine productivity
Promote high genetic merit bulls
Expand artificial insemination coverage
Target: increase artificial insemination to 70%
Conserve
Indigenous cattle and buffalo

Baba Farid: Jerusalem-India Connection

Baba Farid: Jerusalem-India Connection upsc mind map
Context
India’s connection with Jerusalem
Traces back 800 years
Establishment of Baba Farid’s lodge
What is the story?
Legend of Baba Farid
Meditated at this spot in Jerusalem
Indian Muslims
Visited the spot
Way to Mecca
Spot’s evolution
Shrine and hospice for Indian travelers
Property 
ownership
Waqf Board of India
Access
Indian citizenship or heritage individuals only
Who was Baba Farid?
Birth
1173
Near Shakarganj, Pakistan
Family background
Migrated from Kabul to Punjab
Sufi details
Chishti Order follower
Wrote verses in Punjabi
Impact
Sikhism
Verses in Guru Granth Sahib
Famous disciple
Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya (1238-1325)
Contribution
Made Delhi important for Chishti silsilah

2023 Champions of the Earth

2023 Champions of the Earth upsc mind map
Context
UNEP announcements
Champions of the Earth 2023
Combat plastic pollution solutions
Award
UN’s highest environmental honor
Global plastic crisis addressal
Awardees
Mayor Josefina Belmonte, Quezon City, Philippines
Policy Leadership
Combat climate crisis policies
End plastic pollution
Promote green urban initiatives
Ellen MacArthur Foundation, United Kingdom
Inspiration and Action
Lifecycle approach for plastics
Collaborations fostering
Decision-makers
Academia
Climate, biodiversity, plastic pollution addressal
Blue Circle, China
Entrepreneurial Vision
Blockchain and IoT utilization
Track plastic pollution lifecycle
Collection
Regeneration
Re-manufacturing
Resale
José Manuel Moller, Chile
Entrepreneurial Vision
Algramo leadership
Refill services
Reduce plastic pollution
Lower everyday essentials costs
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, South Africa
Science and Innovation
Cutting-edge technology employment
Multidisciplinary research
Plastic pollution solutions
Sustainable alternatives
Local manufacturing
Previous Indian awardees
Dr. Purnima Devi Barman (2022)
PM Narendra Modi (2018)
Tulsi Tanti
Suzlon Group Chairman
Afroz Alam
Mumbai’s Versova beach cleanup leader
About the award
Champions of the Earth
UN’s top environmental annual honor
Celebrates transformative contributions
Individuals
Groups
Organizations
Recognized leaders since 2005
Government
Civil society
Private sector
Fight against pollution
#BeatPollution launch
Rapid and coordinated action strategy
Air, land, water pollution

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