About the seed vault It is a secure seed bank located on the island of Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago in Norway. The Seed Vault is managed by the Norwegian government, the Crop Trust, and the Nordic Genetic Resource Center. …
Agriculture is the backbone of human survival, providing food and nutrients that are vital in life. With increased health challenges from malnutrition to obesity being faced by the growing global population, agriculture is increasingly being recognized as a powerful driver …
Indian fisheries sector As the 3rd largest fish producer, 2nd largest aquaculture nation in the world after China and the largest producer of shrimp, India contributes significantly to both domestic food security and the global seafood market. The Indian fisheries …
Context Healthcare Systems form the basic fabric in human society. It improves and maintains the populationʼs health by diagnosing, treating, and preventing illness both physical and mental. Today healthcare has been undergoing a profound change with the development of technologies …
Technology-based start-ups are emerging as a key solution to bridge the gap between urban and rural healthcare services. These startups are making healthcare more accessible, efficient, and patient-centric. These startups use cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (Al), machine learning, …
What is Gender Budgeting? Gender Budgeting is an approach to government fiscal policy that seeks to use a country’s budget(s) as a tool to resolve societal gender inequality and promote inclusive development. It is an exercise that applies a gendered-lens …
What is a Solar Cycle? The Sun is a huge ball of electrically-charged hot gas. This charged gas moves, generating a powerful magnetic field. Every 11 years or so, the Sun’s magnetic field completely flips. This means that the Sun’s …
About Tiger Reserves Tiger reserves are areas that are notified for the protection of the tiger and its prey, and are governed by Project Tiger which was launched in the country in 1973. The State Government shall, on recommendation of …
Context The integration of renewable energy offers an opportunity to ensure reliable power supply for rural sanitation initiatives, such as water pumping and waste management. A stable power supply is vital for the availability of clean water and its access …
About Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), an RNA virus in the alphavirus genus of the family Togaviridae. It was first identified in 1952 in Tanzania. Transmission: Chikungunya virus is transmitted by mosquitoes, most …