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The state of Madhya Pradesh is one of the Empowered Action Group states of the National Health Mission. These states have struggled to contain Population Growth at manageable levels and have poorer Quality Of Life indicators than other states. The central government has released significant funds to address issues such as human Resources, social challenges, … Read more
Re-imaging agriculture through the lens of Food Processing Industry The COVID-19 pandemic has accentuated the criticality of Food Security and food surplus management in the current policy space. To this end, policy steps in the agriculture sector in recent years have shifted their orientation from sustenance to Marketing. However, the sector is still exposed to … Read more
Metabolism is the set of life-sustaining chemical transformations within the cells of organisms. The three main purposes of metabolism are the conversion of food/fuel to energy to run cellular processes, the conversion of food/fuel to building blocks for proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and some Carbohydrates, and the elimination of nitrogenous wastes. These enzyme-catalyzed reactions allow … Read more
India is the third largest producer of Cereals, with only China and the USA ahead of it. India occupies the first position in milk production and is the third largest producer of fish and second largest producer of inland
AQUA CULTURE the cultivation of aquatic organisms. aquaculture, also known as aquafarming, implies the cultivation of aquatic populations under controlled conditions. Mariculture refers to aquaculture practiced in marine environments. Particular kinds of aquaculture include agriculture (the production of kelp, seaweed, and other algae), fish farming, shrimp farming, shellfish farming, and growing of cultured pearls. Growth … Read more
Physical Quality Of Life Index (PQLI) Physical Quality of Life Index (P.Q.L.I) was developed by famous economist Morris David in 1979 for 23 developed and developing countries. Morris David used the following three indicators to prepare a composite index known as Physical Quality of Life Index: Life Expectant Rate (L.E.I) Infant Mortality Rate (I.M.I) Basic … Read more
International Cooperation: A Vital Force in a Globalized World The world today is more interconnected than ever before. Global challenges like climate change, pandemics, and economic instability transcend national borders, demanding collective action and cooperation. International cooperation, therefore, is not just a diplomatic nicety but a crucial necessity for addressing these complex issues and ensuring … Read more
The National Horticulture Mission: A Catalyst for India’s Horticultural Revolution Introduction India, with its diverse agro-climatic zones and rich biodiversity, possesses immense potential for horticulture. The sector plays a pivotal role in the country’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, income generation, and food security. Recognizing the importance of horticulture, the Government of India launched the … Read more
Mainstay of Indian economy Since independence, undergone a change from being the sector contributing the highest share to the GDP to one contributing the lowest share. agriculture is a state subject. GDP contribution (Agriculture and allied sector) 5 pc in 1950-51 7 pc in 2008-09 and 14.6 pc in 2009-10. It was 19 pc in … Read more
WHO Defines Food Security to exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food which meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. Food security has three interlinked contents such as :- Availability of food, Access to food and absorption of food. Food … Read more