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

Santhosh Kumar 31/10/2023
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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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