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News: A study by the University of New South Wales highlights that Dedicated Freight Corridors have positively influenced India’s GDP

About the Study
• The research utilized diverse data, including freight costs, industry inputs, and population statistics, and concluded that the DFCs significantly benefited western regions and lower per-capita GDP states through reduced freight costs.
• DFCS has boosted Indian Railways’ revenue by 2.94% between FY 2018–19 and FY 2022–23. The improved efficiency in freight transport has led to reduced freight costs and shorter travel times, contributing to a 0.5% reduction in commodity prices.
What are Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs)?
• They are dedicated routes for freight transport that allow for faster and higher-capacity transport, improving supply chains and boosting export-import activities.
• The DFC initiative was announced in the Railway Budget for FY 2005-06.
o The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) was established as a Special Purpose Vehicle in 2006 for the corridors’ construction and operation.
Latest Developments
• Two DFCs were initiated by the Ministry of Railways in 2006:
o Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC): 1,337 km from Sonnagar, Bihar to Sahnewal, Punjab (completed).
o Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC): 1,506 km from Jawaharlal Nehru Port, Mumbai to Dadri, Uttar Pradesh (93% commissioned, expected completion by December 2025).
• In addition to the Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs), India has proposed four more DFCs:
o East-West DFC: Kolkata to Mumbai
o North-South DFC: Delhi to Chennai
o East Coast DFC: Kharagpur to Vijayawada
o Southern DFC: Chennai to Goa
Need for Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs)
• Alleviate congestion: The Golden Quadrilateral of Indian Railways connects major metros—Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Howrah—and is overburdened.
o Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) will reduce congestion, improve efficiency, and support India’s growing transport demands.
• Boosting Freight Efficiency and Reducing Travel Time: DFCs provide dedicated tracks for freight, allowing faster and uninterrupted movement of goods.
• Economic Impact: Aim to reduce logistics costs, benefiting industries and increasing revenue for Indian Railways. FY 2018-19 and FY 2022-23, DFCs contributed to a 2.94% revenue growth for Indian Railways.
• Reduced Freight Costs and Commodity Prices: DFCs improve efficiency, lower transportation costs, and can reduce commodity prices.

Q2- With reference to revenue collection by Cornwallis, consider the following statements:
1- Under the Ryotwari Settlement of revenue collection, the peasants were exempted from revenue payment in case of bad harvests or natural calamities.
2- Under the Permanent Settlement in Bengal, if the Zamindar failed to pay his revenues to the state, on or before the fixed date, he would be removed from his Zamindari.

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Q1- With reference to the Government of India Act, 1935, consider the following statements:
1- It provided for the establishment of an All India Federation based on the union of the British Indian Provinces, and Princely States.
2- Defence and Foreign Affairs were kept under the control of the federal legislature.

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Consider the following statement about the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme
1- It is a Central Sector Scheme and facilitates the extension of education loans to students who get admission in the top 860 quality higher educational institutions (QHEIs) of the nation.
2- For loans up to ₹7.5 lakh, the student will receive a credit guarantee of 100%, enabling banks to extend education loans to students.
3- The scheme will provide for students with up to Rs. 8 lakhs annual family income, for 3% interest subvention on loans up to Rs 10 lakh.
4- The scheme will be applicable to the QHEIs of the nation, as determined by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings, including all HEIs – government and private.

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• Recently, Union Cabinet approved the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PMJUGA)
• The PMJUGA envisions the comprehensive development of tribal areas and communities by
addressing critical gaps in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and livelihoods. Through a coordinated approach and convergence of various Government of India schemes, the mission aims to
ensure holistic, sustainable, and inclusive growth, empowering tribal communities to thrive and flourish in a saturation mode. Hence option (c) is the correct answer.
• The mission seeks to develop enabling infrastructure and enhance socio-economic conditions in selected tribal-majority villages (with a population of 500 or more, and at least 50% tribal residents
as well as villages in Aspirational Districts with a tribal population of 50 or more).
• Coverage: 63,000 villages benefitting more than 5 crore tribal people, covering 549 districts across 30 States/UTs.
• Implementation: It comprises 25 interventions to be implemented by 17 line ministries through funds allocated under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST) in next 5 years.
o Tribal villages covered will be mapped and progress will be monitored on PM Gati Shakti platform.
o It is a unique example of cooperative Federalism and whole of Government approach.
• Mission’s Four Goals:
o Goal-I: Developing Enabling Infrastructure such as Pucca house for households and improving Village Infrastructure.
o Goal-2: Promotion of Economic Empowerment through Skill Development Entrepreneurship promotion and enhanced livelihood (self-employment).
o Goal-3: Universalization of Access to Good Education.
o Goal-4: Healthy lives and Dignified Ageing.

• Recently, Union Cabinet approved continuation of Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Integrated
Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) for the 15th Finance Commission cycle. While strengthening existing fundamental & core components of scheme, the scheme envisages boosting technological interventions in different thematic areas in tiger and wildlife-bearing forests.
Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH)
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o It is a centrally sponsored umbrella scheme launched by Ministry of Environment for
development of wildlife habitat in India. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
o It aims to provide support to protected areas (national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, conservation
reserves, and community reserves) and protection of wildlife outside protected areas. Hence,
statement 3 is correct.
o So far, 22 species have been identified under the Species recovery program.
• Sub-schemes Under IDWH
o Project Tiger (1973): It benefits a total of 55 TRs spread across 18 tiger range states, distributed in 5 landscapes of the country. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
o It also supports the ambitious Project Cheetah in the country.
o Development of Wildlife Habitats: Project Dolphin and Project Lion are implemented under this subscheme.
o Project Elephant (1992): To protect elephants, their habitat, & corridors to address issues of human animal conflict and welfare of captive elephants.
o It is being implemented in 22 elephant range states/UTs.
• Note: Project Tiger and Project Elephant schemes have been merged w.e.f. FY 2023-24 and now
known as Project Tiger & Elephant.

• Recently, Rules have been notified by Department of Telecommunication (DoT) in exercise of powers conferred by the Telecommunications Act, 2023 to operationalize the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN).
o DBN was established through the Telecommunications Act, 2023 for funding telecom schemes in underserved remote/rural areas at affordable prices. Hence, option (c) is the correct answer.
• It replaced the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) created under the erstwhile Indian Telegraph Act, 1885.USOF was a non-lapsable pool of funds generated by a Universal Access Levy through the license fee charged on licensee of DoT @ 5% of the Adjusted Gross Revenue.
• Key Highlights of the Notified Ruleso
Criteria for undertaking Schemes and Projects: To provision telecom services in underserved
rural, remote, and urban areas; to introduce next-gen telecom technologies; to encourage startups; to promote sustainable and green technologies; etc.
o Sharing of telecom networks established under DBN: DBN implementer shall share and make
available such network andservices on an open and non-discriminatory basis.
• Process of allocation of funds under DBN
o Bidding: To promote and support Telecommunication services for promoting access to and delivery of established telecommunication services in underserved areas.
o Selection by Application: To promote and support R&D of new or emerging telecommunication technologies or products or services, through co-funding, Viability Gap Funding (VGF), etc.

Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the
continuation of Integrated Development of
Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) Scheme. Consider
the following statements:
1. It is a centrally-sponsored scheme.
2. Project Tiger is a sub-scheme under it.
3. It aims to provide support to both
protected areas and protection of wildlife
outside protected areas.

— The Railways ministry renewed an existing pact with the transport department of Switzerland for technological collaboration, track maintenance, and infrastructure modernisation in the rail sector.

— A new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by video conference with the Swiss Confederation’s Federal Department of Environment, Transport, and Communications (DETEC).

— The initial Memorandum of Understanding, signed on August 31, 2017, was good for five years. In October 2023, the Swiss side expressed interest in renewing the rail sector cooperation agreement.

— Swiss Federal Councillor and Head of the Federal DETEC, Albert Roesti, stated that Switzerland’s excellent railway technology can benefit Indian Railways by increasing operating efficiency, safety standards, service quality, and railway infrastructure development.

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Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India came into force on November 26, 1949?
1. Fundamental Rights
2. Elections
3. Citizenship
4. Provisional Parliament
5. Directive Principles of State Policy

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Recently, the union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development launched the AgriSURE Scheme in New Delhi.

» Agri Fund for Start-ups & Rural Enterprises (AgriSURE) is an innovative fund which is a pioneering step toward revolutionizing the agricultural landscape in India.
» Focus area: It mainly focuses on technology-driven, high-risk, high-impact ventures.
» It is designed to fuel growth and foster innovation in the agricultural and rural start-up ecosystem.
» Funding Pattern: A Blended capital fund of ₹750 crore with SEBI Registered Category II, Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), contributions from the Government of India is ₹250 crore, NABARD is ₹250 crore, and ₹250 crore is being mobilized from banks, insurance companies, and private investors.
» Its main focus areas include promoting innovative, technology-driven initiatives in agriculture, enhancing the farm produce value chain, creating new rural ecosystem linkages and infrastructure, generating employment and supporting Farmers Producer Organisations (FPOs).
» The fund would encourage entrepreneurship through IT-based solutions and machinery rental services for farmers, driving sustainable growth and development in the agricultural sector.
» NABVENTURES a fully owned subsidiary of NABARD will act as the fund manager.

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1) What are the different bills passed by different states ?

2) What are the different initiatives started by different states ?

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Consider the following statement about Sher Shah suri .
1- With the victory of battle of Chausa, Sher Shah became the ruler of Delhi, Agra, Sambhal and Gwalior etc., also came under his sway.
2- Sher Shah’s empire was divided into forty seven sarkars.
3- Sher Shah was the first, among the Muslim rulers to recognize the fact that India was the land of the Hindus and the Muslims alike and he tried his best to reconcile the two elements as far as possible.
4- Malik Muhammad Jayasi wrote the famous Hindi work Padmavat during his reign.

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Q1- What is election expenditure limit of MLAs and MPs in Big states and small states ?

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• Braided channels are dynamic natural phenomena commonly found in regions with high sediment load and variable flow rates. These channels are characterized by multiple interlacing channels, forming intricate patterns of small islands and bars within the river channels. Braided channels occur when a river's sediment load exceeds its capacity to transport sediment, leading to the deposition of sediment and the formation of numerous smaller channels that weave in and out of each other.
• These channels are beneficial for agriculture and sediment redistribution. Braided channels indeed facilitate sediment redistribution, which can help replenish nutrients in floodplain soils, enhancing
soil fertility, and supporting agriculture.
• Additionally, the complex network of channels within braided rivers can provide habitats for various aquatic species, contributing to biodiversity in riverine ecosystems.
• Flash floods: Sudden and rapid flooding caused by heavy rainfall, often resulting in the overflow of riverbanks and posing a significant threat to life and property.
• Glacial melts: The process of melting of glaciers due to rising temperatures, leading to the release of
large volumes of water into rivers, lakes, and oceans, which can affect water availability and contribute to sea-level rise.
• Meandering rivers: Curving, sinuous river channels characterized by gentle bends and curves, typically found in areas with low sediment load and steady flow rates, which often lead to the formation of oxbow lakes over time.

Q3/5) Consider the following:
1. Inventory
2. Debt
3. Income
4. Expenditure
How many of the above are examples of stock variables?

Q2/5) Consider the following Harappan archaeological sites:
1. Mitathal
2. Manda
3. Rangpur
4. Sutkagendor

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Q1/5) These are dynamic natural phenomena, characterized by multiple interlacing channels, commonly found in regions with high sediment load and variable flow rates. They create intricate patterns of small islands and bars within the river channels, beneficial for agriculture and sediment redistribution.

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The Paris Olympics 2024 have concluded with India finishing 71st in the medal tally, a decline from its 48th place in Tokyo 2020. Despite winning six medals, including one silver and five bronze, the nation experienced several near misses and disheartening outcomes that have sparked discussions about the future of Indian sports.
• Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in javelin with a throw of 89.45m. This was his second Olympic medal, making him India's fifth two-time Olympic medallist.
 Manu Bhaker became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic shooting medal. She also became the first athlete from independent India to win two medals in a single Games by clinching a medal in both individual and mixed team events.
 India won three shooting medals, including the first-ever Olympic medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions, achieved by Swapnil Kusale. This was the highest tally for India in shooting at the Olympics.
 Indian athletes competed in 69 medal events across 16 sports, such as archery, athletics, badminton, boxing, equestrian, golf, hockey, judo, rowing, sailing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, and tennis.
 Lakshya Sen became the first Indian to reach the semi-finals in men's badminton at the Olympics, finishing fourth.
 Wrestler Vinesh Phogat after reaching the final in the women’s 50 kg category, Phogat was disqualified for being overweight by 100 grams.
 To date, India has won a total of 41 Olympic medals. Notable milestones include Norman Pritchard's Silver Medals (1900 Paris), KD Jadhav's Bronze (1952 Helsinki), Karnam Malleswari's Bronze (2000 Sydney), Abhinav Bindra's Gold (2008 Beijing), and Neeraj Chopra's Gold (2020 Tokyo).
o Men's Hockey has won 13 medals, including eight golds, and Wrestling has won eight medals. India's best-ever Olympic performance was at Tokyo 2020, with seven medals, including one gold. India's second-best performance was in the 2012 London Olympics when it won six medals(two silver and four bronze).

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Q5- Consider the following pairs about the Indian medal winner and event category.
Athletes name : Event name
1- Manu Bhakar : Women’s 10m air pistol event
2- Wapnil Kusale : Men’s 10m air pistol event
3- Neeraj Chopra : Men’s Javelin Throw
4- Aman Sehrawat : Wrestling Men’s 55 kg freestyle event

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 3 and 4 only
d) 4 and 1 only