PIB JUNE 2

PIB 247: 2nd Week June 2024
AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0

Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme
World Bank Report: State and Trends of Carbon Pricing 2024
UNESCO launches new initiatives for greening education in classrooms
Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2022-23
OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS
WEF - Global Gender Gap Report 2024
World Bank Global Economic Prospects Report April 2024
World Bank Working Paper – ‘Two Hundred and Fifty-Thousand Democracies: A Review of Village
Government in India’
Child Nutrition Report, 2024
Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) 2021-22 and 2022-23
GREAT Scheme
CSIR ASPIRE Scheme
WHO Designates NIIMH as Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine Research
50th Group of Seven (G7) Summit
1st All-India survey on AYUSH
Other Important Questions
PIB 247: 2nd Week June 2024 1

💡 What: Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog (AIM) has launched two initiatives
‘AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0’
5th edition of ‘Innovations for You’ handbook
💡 Why: To foster innovation and sustainability in India
Tell me more
Objective: To address critical water-related issues through innovative solutions.
Collaboration: It has been launched as part of the Indo-Danish bilateral green strategic
partnership in collaboration with the Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK) at the Royal
Danish Embassy in India.
Eligibility: It encourages early-stage startups, researchers, and young innovators

committed to environmental sustainability to apply.
Two Tracks: The challenge will be held in two tracks
1st: Students Track
It focuses on Digital Action for Societal Impact, with external partners

presenting sustainability challenges emphasizing digitization
2nd: Young entrepreneurs under the age of 35.
It offers Indian tech startups in the early stages a chance to accelerate their
ideas and form global partnerships.
Selected teams will form the Indian cohort participating in the global Next Generation
Digital Action program scheduled in Copenhagen in October 2024 funded by the
Government of Denmark.
This program will be engaging with young talents from nine countries: India,
Denmark, Ghana, Kenya, Korea, Tanzania, South Africa, Ghana, Colombia, and

Mexico.
5th Innovations For You – SDG Entrepreneurs of India Handbook
Objective: To spotlight innovative solutions and entrepreneurial efforts aligned with the
UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, driving positive change in various sectors.
It showcases SDG entrepreneurs in India.
❓ Q.) Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog in collaboration with which country has
launched AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0 to address critical water-related issues
through innovative solutions?
[a] Australia
[b] New Zealand
[c] France
[d] Sweden
[e] Denmark
✅ Solution: [e]
Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen

Transition (SIGHT) Programme
💡 What: The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a Request for
Selection (RfS) for selecting Green Ammonia producers in India under the SIGHT
programme of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
💡 Why: To enhance the production of Green Ammonia through cost-based

competitive bidding under Mode 2A of SIGHT Programme
Tell me more
About RfS
Total Bidding capacity: 5.39 lakh Metric Tonnes (MT)/annum of Green Ammonia

It is intended for production and supply will be carried out through e-bidding followed
by e-Reverse Auction process and will be supplied to the fertilizer companies.
About Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition Programme (SIGHT)
Objective: To bolster domestic electrolyser manufacturing and green hydrogen

production.
Parent Scheme: It is a subcomponent of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Outlay: Rs. 17,490 crore
Two distinct financial incentive mechanisms:
Targeting domestic manufacturing of electrolysers
Production of Green Hydrogen
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Implementing Agency: SECI
Capacity Allocation: Under it, MNRE has allocated
4.12 lakh Metric Tonnes (MT)/annum of Green Hydrogen production capacity
1.5 GW/ annum of Electrolyzer manufacturing capacity
Green Ammonia Production: MNRE Scheme Guidelines for implementation of SIGHT

Programme – Component II: Incentive for Procurement of Green Ammonia Production
(under Mode2A) of the NGHM.
❓ Q.) The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has recently issued a Request for
Selection (RfS) for selecting Green Ammonia producers in India under the
Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme of the
National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). What is the total outlay of SIGHT
Prorgamme under NGHM?
[a] Rs 13,560 crore
[b] Rs 15,860 crore
[c] Rs 17,490 crore
[d] Rs 19,890 crore
[e] Rs 20,900 crore
✅ Solution: [c]

World Bank Report: State and Trends of Carbon
Pricing 2024
💡 What: World Bank has recently released eleventh edition State and Trends of
Carbon Pricing 2024
Tell me more
Carbon pricing (CP): It is an instrument that attaches a cost to greenhouse gas

emissions, typically through CO2 pricing mechanisms.
Main types of CP
Emissions trading system (ETS): It is a system where emitters can trade emission
units to meet their emission targets.
Carbon tax: It directly sets a price per unit of greenhouse gas emissions or carbon
content.
Key finding of the report
Carbon Pricing (CP) revenues in 2023 reached a record $104 billion, exceeding US$
100 billion for the first time.
There are 75 global CP instruments in operation, covering around 24% of global

greenhouse gas emissions.
Large middle-income countries including Brazil, India, Chile, Colombia, and Türkiye are
making strides in carbon pricing implementation
China and India are largest host countries in terms of issuances of Carbon Credits.
❓ Q.) ____________ has recently released eleventh edition State and Trends of Carbon
Pricing 2024. According to it, Carbon Pricing (CP) revenues in 2023 has reached
a record _________. Fill the gaps
[a] UNESCO, $102 billion
[b] UNEP, $100 billion
[c] OECD, $ 90 billion
[d] World Bank, $104 billion
[e] WEF, $ 140 billion

✅ Solution: [d]
UNESCO launches new initiatives for greening

education in classrooms
💡 What: UNESCO launched two new tools – new Greening Curriculum Guidance
(GCG) and new Green School Quality Standards (GSQS) – under Greening
Education Partnership.
Tell me more
New GCG: It is a practical manual providing, for the first time, a common understanding
of what climate education should consist of and how countries can mainstream
environmental topics across curricula, with detailed expected learning outcomes.
New GSQS: It sets the minimum requirements on how to create a green school by
promoting an action-oriented approach.
About Greening Education Partnership
Objective: To ensure all learners acquire knowledge, skills, values, attitudes and action
to tackle climate change and to promote sustainable development.
It is a global initiative comprising 80 member states and supports countries to tackle the
climate crisis by harnessing the critical role of education.
Pillars of Green Education:
Greening Schools
Greening Curriculum
Greening Teacher Training and Education Systems' Capacities
Greening Communities

❓ Q.) Which international organisation has recently launched two new tools – new
Greening Curriculum Guidance (GCG) and new Green School Quality Standards
(GSQS) under its Greening Education Partnership?
[a] World Bank
[b] UNEP
[c] UNESCO
[d] OECD
[e] UNDP
✅ Solution: [c]
Household Consumption Expenditure Survey

(HCES) 2022-23
💡 What: National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) has released factsheet along with
key highlights from the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES)
2022-23.
Tell me more
HCES is designed to collect information on consumption of goods and services by

households.
It reveals a decline in consumption inequality across households in India over the past
decade.
The Gini coefficient, an index measuring inequality, has decreased for both rural and
urban households from 2011-12 to 2022-23.
Key findings of the survey
Gini Coefficient Reduction: Gini coefficient is used to measure inequality. It ranges

from 0 (complete equality) to 1 (complete inequality).
Rural households: Gini coefficient fell from 0.283 in 2011-12 to 0.266 in 2022-23.
Urban households: It decreased from 0.363 to 0.314.
Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) Increase:

Rural: Average MPCE per person increased from Rs 1,430 in 2011-12 to Rs 3,773 in
2022-23.
Urban: Average MPCE person rose from Rs 2,630 in 2011-12 to Rs 6,459 in 2022-
23.
Highest and lowest MPCE among the states (Urban and Rural): Sikkim and
Chhattisgarh respectively
Highest and lowest MPCE among UTs (Urban and Rural): Chandigarh and Ladakh
respectively
Rural-urban difference in average MPCE: Highest in Meghalaya among the states
Inequality Comparison: Despite the overall decline, urban households still exhibit
higher consumption inequality compared to rural households.
The reduction in inequality has been more pronounced in urban areas.
Consumption Share Changes:
Poorest Households: In rural areas, the consumption share of the poorest

households remained at 1.8% between 2011-12 and 2022-23. In urban areas, it
increased from 1.3% to 1.5%.
Middle 40-70% Households: The share rose by 90 basis points (bps) in rural areas
and by 140 bps in urban areas.
Top 10% Households: The share for the top 10% households declined by 190 bps in
rural areas and by 400 bps in urban areas.
State-Wise Consumption Inequality:
Highest Inequality in Urban Households: Haryana, Odisha, Kerala, Maharashtra,

and Chhattisgarh.
Highest Inequality in Rural Households: Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Kerala, Tamil

Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.
Lowest Inequality in Rural Households: Bihar, Assam, Telangana, Punjab, and

Karnataka.
Lowest Inequality in Urban Households: Punjab, Telangana, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and
Andhra Pradesh.

❓ Q.) Which states have exhibited the highest consumption inequality among urban
households according to the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES)
2022-23?
[a] Haryana, Odisha, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh
[b] Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh
[c] Bihar, Assam, Telangana, Punjab, and Karnataka
[d] Punjab, Telangana, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh
[e] Haryana, Odisha, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh
✅ Solution: [a]
OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS
💡 What: The 16th meeting of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on Base Erosion
and Profit Shifting (BEPS) recently concluded in Paris, France.
Tell me more
Outcome of meeting: Inclusive framework on BEPS is nearing completion of negotiations
on Pillar One while Global Minimum Tax agreed under Pillar Two is in the process of coming
into force in countries worldwide.
About BEPS
BEPS refers to tax planning strategies used by Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) that
exploit gaps and mismatches in tax rules to avoid paying tax.
This is done by artificially shifting profits to low or no-tax locations where there is little
or no economic activity or by eroding tax bases through deductible payments such as
interest or royalties.
BEPS practices cost countries USD 100-240 billion in lost revenue annually, equivalent
to 4-10% of global CIT revenue.
Developing countries’ higher reliance on Corporate Income Tax (CIT) means they
suffer from BEPS disproportionately.
About OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS

It is a global initiative that brings together 147 countries and jurisdictions (including
India) to fight tax avoidance and ensure fair tax practices.
Established in 2016.
It has adopted Two-pillar approach:
Pillar One: Reallocation of part of largest and most profitable MNEs to countries
where their consumers are present.
Pillar Two: Global Minimum Corporate Tax (GMCT) of 15% for MNEs.
❓ Q.) OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting is a global
initiative that brings together 147 countries and jurisdictions (including India) to
fight tax avoidance and ensure fair tax practices. When it was established?
[a] 2020
[b] 2016
[c] 2018
[d] 2021
[e] 2022
✅ Solution: [b]
WEF - Global Gender Gap Report 2024
💡 What: World Economic Forum has released 18th edition of Global Gender Gap
Report 2024 comprising of ranking of 146 economies in Global Gender Gap Index
2024.
Tell me more
Global Gender Gap Index
Purpose and Scope: It benchmarks gender parity across four key dimensions:
Economic Participation and Opportunity
Educational Attainment
Health and Survival

Political Empowerment
Launch Year: 2006
It is the longest-standing measure tracking the progress of economies in closing

gender gaps.
Scoring System: It uses a 0-100 scale (100%=parity), where scores represent the
percentage of the gender gap that has been closed, facilitating cross-country
comparisons to identify effective policies for closing gender gaps.
2024 Edition
Coverage: It is 18th edition and has benchmarked gender parity across 146 economies,
covering two-thirds of the world’s economies.
Key Highlights
Overall Gender Gap Score: In 2024, the global gender gap score across 146 countries
stood at 68.5% closed.
For the 143 countries included in last year's edition, the gap has marginally
improved by 0.1 percentage points, from 68.5% to 68.6%.
Similarly, for the 101 countries continuously covered since 2006, the gap has also
improved by 0.1 points to reach 68.6%.
Rate of Progress: At the current pace, it will take 134 years to achieve full parity, which
is significantly beyond the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target.
Top 10 Countries:
1. Iceland (closed 93.5% of its gender gap and only country to close over 90% of its gap)
2. Finland (87.5%)
3. Norway (87.5%)
4. Sweden (81.6%)
5. Germany (81%)
6. Ireland (80.2%)
7. Spain (79.7%)
8. New Zealand (83.5%
9. Nicaragua (81.1%)
10. Namibia (80.5%)

Dominate of Europe: 7 of the top 10 spots are occupied by European countries: Iceland,
Finland, Norway, Sweden, Germany, Ireland, and Spain.
Current Gender Gap Closures (2024)
Health and Survival: 96% of the gap closed
Educational Attainment: 94.9% of the gap closed
Economic Participation and Opportunity: 60.5% of the gap closed
Political Empowerment: 22.5% of the gap closed
Regional Results in the Global Gender Gap Index 2024
Regional
Region Gender Gap Closed (%)
Rank
1 Europe 75
2 Northern America 74.8
3 Latin America and the Caribbean 74.2
4 Eastern Asia and the Pacific 69.2
4 Central Asia 69.1
5 Sub-Saharan Africa 68.4
6 Southern Asia 63.7
7 Middle East and North Africa 61.7
India related Findings
Rank and Score: India ranked 129th out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Index
2024, with a score marginally lower by 0.17 points.
Down two positions from the previous year

Gender Gap Closure: India closed 64.1% of its gender gap in 2024, reflecting modest
progress amidst ongoing challenges.
Educational Attainment and Challenges
Educational Parity: Literacy rate gap between men and women stands at 17.2%, placing
India 124th on this indicator.
Political Empowerment and Representation: India performs strongly in the head-of-

state indicator (40.7%), but faces lower scores in women’s representation at federal
levels, ministerial positions (6.9%), and Parliament (17.2%).
Comparison with Neighbors
Bangladesh (99th), China (106th), Nepal (117th), Sri Lanka (122nd), Bhutan (124th), and
Pakistan (145th).
❓ Q.) Consider the following statements about India's performance in the Global
Gender Gap Index 2024 and identify the correct statement/s:
(1) India ranked 129th out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Index 2024
(2) India closed 64.1% of its gender gap in 2024
(3) India improved its ranking by two positions from the previous year
(4) India ranks 124th in the literacy rate gap between men and women, with a gap
of 17.2%
(5) India has a strong performance in the head-of-state indicator with a 40.7%
closure
[a] 1, 2, and 3
[b] 1, 2, 4, and 5
[c] 1, 3, and 5
[d] 3, 4, and 5
[e] 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
✅ Solution: [b]
World Bank Global Economic Prospects Report

April 2024

💡 What: World Bank has released Global Economic Prospects Report April 2024
💡 Why: To enhance the production of Green Ammonia through cost-based

competitive bidding under Mode 2A of SIGHT Programme
Tell me more
Global Outlook
Global growth: It will be at 2.6% in 2024-25, with a slight increase to an average of

2.7% in 2025-26.
These figures are significantly below the 3.1% average growth rate seen in the
decade before the COVID-19 pandemic
Inflation Trends: Global inflation is projected to moderate at a slower pace than

previously expected, averaging 3.5% in 2024-25.
Monetary Policy: Due to continued inflationary pressures, central banks in both

advanced economies and emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs) are
likely to remain cautious in easing monetary policy.
EMDE Growth: Growth in EMDEs is forecast to moderate from 4.2% in 2023 to 4% in

both 2024 and 2025.
Vulnerable Economies: Over half of economies facing fragile- and conflict-affected

situations will still be poorer by the end of this year than before the pandemic.
India Growth Forecast
GDP growth forecast for India: 6.6% for FY25.
India to remain the world’s fastest-growing economy, with a steady growth rate of 6.7%
over the next three fiscal years.
Reasons for this robust growth: It is fuelled by strong domestic demand, a surge in
investment, and vigorous activity in the services sector.
Risks and Potential Upsides:
Downside Risks: Global risks remain tilted to the downside, including escalating
geopolitical tensions, volatile commodity prices, further trade fragmentation, and
exceptionally high trade policy uncertainty.

Monetary Policy: Persistent inflation could delay monetary easing, and a prolonged
period of higher interest rates could dampen global activity.
Domestic Challenges: Some major economies might grow more slowly than
anticipated due to various domestic issues.
Climate-related Disasters: Additional natural disasters related to climate change

could hinder economic activity.
Potential Upsides: Global inflation could moderate more quickly than expected,
enabling faster monetary policy easing. Growth in the United States could also be
stronger than anticipated.
❓ Q.) Consider the following statements regarding the Global Economic Prospects
Report April 2024 released by the World Bank and identify the correct
statement/s:
(1) Global growth is projected to be 2.6% in 2024-25, with a slight increase to
2.7% in 2025-26
(2) The average global growth rate before the COVID-19 pandemic was 3.1%
(3) Global inflation is projected to average 4.5% in 2024-25
(4) India will remain the world’s fastest-growing economy with GDP growth of
6.6% for FY25.
(5) Growth in emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs) is forecast to
increase to 4.5% in 2024
[a] 1, 2, and 4
[b] 1, 2, 3, and 4
[c] 1, 2, and 5
[d] 1, 2, 3, and 5
[e] 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
✅ Solution: [a]
World Bank Working Paper – ‘Two Hundred and

Fifty-Thousand Democracies: A Review of
Village Government in India’

💡 What: World Bank has recently released a Policy Research Working Paper titled
‘Two Hundred and Fifty-Thousand Democracies: A Review of Village Government
in India’.
💡 Why: To analyze the role of 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 in shaping
India’s democratic trajectory.
Tell me more
Background
73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 had enshrined certain basic and essential
features of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in the Constitution.
It added Part IX to the Constitution covering provisions from Article 243 to 243-O.
Salient Features
Gram Sabha: Permanent unit consisting of all the persons registered in the electoral
rolls relating to a village.
3-tiers of PRIs: At the village level, intermediate level, and district level. However,
the states with population below 20 Lakh may not have the intermediate level.
Reservation: Provision of reservation of seats for SCs and STs at every level of
Panchayat in proportion to their population.
It also provides for 1/3rd reservation of seats for women.
Key Findings of the Paper
Financial Autonomy: Limited local revenue generation powers. Example in Kerala, only
9.16% of panchayat expenditures were financed by local taxes (2013-14); in Karnataka,
it was 2.77% (2020-21).
Lack of Funds: PRIs rely almost entirely on grants made by state and national
authorities.
Essential sectors like health and education are managed by Panchayats, but
financial autonomy is limited.
Lack of Functionaries: Scarcity of Panchayat Secretaries. e.g., on average, 0.67

Panchayat Secretaries per Gram Panchayat, with the number falling to 0.33 in states
like Uttar Pradesh.

Recentralisation Process: Autonomy of local governments are being eroded due to
MIS-based beneficiary selection, digital tracking of beneficiaries, etc.
Effects of reservation: Reservation for women and castes changed profile of

households that produce candidates.
Key Recommendations
Enhancing Revenue Generation: GPs should be empowered to levy their own taxes and
cesses.
Vacancies for bill collectors should be filled, and property records, including
digitized village maps, should be streamlined.
Strengthen Gram Sabhas: Increase their frequency and expand their powers to
encompass critical areas such as village planning and the selection of beneficiaries for
public programs.
Decentralization of Decision-Making: Greater authority should be granted to

Panchayats in decision-making processes.
Example: In the MGNREGS, GP leaders should have a stronger say in project

selection and implementation.
SHG-Panchayat linkages: Creating more convergence and coordination between the

two would also improve the functioning of Panchayats and balance their decisions more
towards the needs of women.
❓ Q.) According to the World Bank Working Paper – ‘Two Hundred and Fifty-
Thousand Democracies: A Review of Village Government in India’, what is one of
the key issues related to the financial autonomy of Panchayati Raj Institutions
(PRIs) in India?
[a] High dependency on international aid
[b] High local revenue generation
[c] Limited local revenue generation powers
[d] Excessive central government funding
[e] Complete financial independence
✅ Solution: [c]

Child Nutrition Report, 2024
💡 What: UNICEF has released “Child Nutrition Report, 2024”
Tell me more
UNICEF's Definition
Definition: UNICEF defines severe child food poverty (CFP) as children’s inability to
access and consume a nutritious and diverse diet in early childhood (first five years of
life), globally.
Key findings
Prevalence: ~27% children (181 million under 5 years) live in severe CFP, globally.
In India, 40% of children suffer from severe CFP (2nd highest burden in South Asia
after Afghanistan).
Poor Diet: Unhealthy foods are becoming entrenched in children’s diets replacing
nutrient-rich foods.
Income and CFP: Severe CFP affects children in both poor and non-poor households,
indicating income is not the only driving factor.
Causes: Growing inequities, conflict and climate crises, combined with rising food
prices, the overabundance of unhealthy foods, harmful food marketing strategies and
poor child-feeding practices.
Recommendations

Strengthen data systems to assess the severity of CFP.
Transform food systems to make nutritious foods accessible, affordable and desirable
option for feeding young children.
Leverage health systems to deliver essential nutrition services, including counselling on

child feeding
❓ Q.) What percentage of children globally live in severe child food poverty (CFP),
as per the Child Nutrition Report, 2024 released by UNICEF?
[a] 10%
[b] 20%
[c] 27%
[d] 35%
[e] 40%
✅ Solution: [c]
Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector

Enterprises (ASUSE) 2021-22 and 2022-23
💡 What: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has

released the key results of the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector
Enterprises (ASUSE) for the periods
April 2021 to March 2022 (ASUSE 2021-22)
October 2022 to September 2023 (ASUSE 2022-23)
💡 Why: To provide essential data on the unincorporated non-agricultural sector,

which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and the socio-economic
landscape in India.
Tell me more

About ASUSE Survey
Conducted by: National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)
Purpose: Measure various economic and operational characteristics of unincorporated

non-agricultural establishments in manufacturing, trade, and other services sectors
(excluding construction).
Unincorporated Non-Agricultural Sector is vital to the Indian economy, supporting

the incorporated sector by providing goods and services.
Coverage:
Geographical: Covers rural and urban areas across India (excluding difficult-to-
access villages in Andaman and Nicobar Islands).
Sector-wise: Includes unincorporated non-agricultural establishments in

Manufacturing, Trade, and Other Services.
Ownership-wise: Covers establishments under proprietorship, partnership

(excluding LLPs), Self-Help Groups (SHG), co-operatives, societies/trusts, etc.
Sample Size
ASUSE 2021-22: Surveyed 4,16,269 establishments (2,39,981 in rural and 1,76,288 in

urban)
ASUSE 2022-23: Surveyed 4,58,938 establishments (2,58,296 in rural and 2,00,642 in

urban)
The survey for ASUSE 2021-22, especially during April-June 2021, was significantly
affected by the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Key Highlights from ASUSE 2021-22 and ASUSE 2022-23

Resilient Growth of the Unincorporated Sector
Establishment Growth: The number of establishments increased from 5.97 crore in

2021-22 to 6.50 crore in 2022-23, marking a 5.88% annual growth.
Other Services Sector: Grew by 15.12% annually.
Manufacturing Sector: Increased by 2.22%, showing gradual recovery post-

pandemic.

Gross Value Added (GVA): Witnessed an annual growth of 9.83%.
Manufacturing GVA: Increased by 19.14%.
Other Services GVA: Grew by 18.90%.
Expanding Labour Market and Employment Opportunities
Employment Growth: Employed about 11 crore workers in 2022-23, up from 9.8 crore in
2021-22, demonstrating a 7.84% annual growth.
Other Services Sector: Showed maximum employment growth at 13.42%.
Manufacturing Sector: Employment grew by 6.34%.
Wage Conditions: Majority of the workers in the non-agricultural unincorporated sector

are informal workers.

Average annual earnings for informal workers rose to Rs. 1,10,982 in 2022-23 from
Rs. 1,06,381 in 2021-22, reflecting improved wage conditions.
Improved Productivity
GVA per Worker: Increased to Rs. 1,41,769 in 2022-23 from Rs. 1,38,207 in 2021-22.
Gross Value of Output (GVO) per Establishment: Increased from Rs. 3,98,304 to
Rs. 4,63,389, indicating enhanced productivity and efficient resource use.
❓ Q.) Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to the key results
of the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) for the
periods April 2021 to March 2022 (ASUSE 2021-22) and October 2022 to
September 2023 (ASUSE 2022-23) released by the Ministry of Statistics and
Programme Implementation (MoSPI)?
[a] The number of establishments increased from 5.97 crore in 2021-22 to 6.50
crore in 2022-23, marking a 5.88% annual growth
[b] The Gross Value Added (GVA) for the manufacturing sector increased by
19.14% annually
[c] Employment in the unincorporated sector grew from 9.8 crore in 2021-22 to 11
crore in 2022-23, showing a 7.84% annual growth
[d] The average annual earnings for informal workers decreased to Rs. 1,06,381 in
2022-23 from Rs. 1,10,982 in 2021-22
[e] The Gross Value of Output (GVO) per Establishment increased from Rs.
3,98,304 to Rs. 4,63,389, indicating enhanced productivity and efficient resource
use

✅ Solution: [d]
GREAT Scheme
💡 What: The 7th meeting of the Empowered Programme Committee (EPC) of the
National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) has approved seven startup proposals
under the GREAT Scheme
💡 Why: To enhance innovation and sustainability, fostering transformative

developments for the technical textile industry's future.
Tell me more
About GREAT Scheme
GREAT stands for Grant for Research and Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators
in Technical Textiles (GREAT) scheme under NTTM
Objectives:
To utilize the talent pool and expertise in India's technical textiles sector to bring
innovative products and technologies to market.
To transform innovative ideas into commercial technologies and products,

promoting self-reliance in India.
Parent Scheme: It is part of the Research, Development, and Innovation Component of

NTTM.
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Textiles
Beneficiaries: It supports young innovators, scientists, technologists, and startup

ventures
It provides support for the development of functional prototypes or the

commercialization of technologies in the field of technical textiles.
Maximum Funding: Rs. 50 lakhs per startup for a period of 18 months.

❓ Q.) What is the maximum funding provided per startup under the Grant for
Research and Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators in Technical Textiles
(GREAT) scheme under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM)?
[a] Rs. 10 lakhs
[b] Rs. 25 lakhs
[c] Rs. 50 lakhs
[d] Rs. 75 lakhs
[e] Rs. 1 crore
✅ Solution: [c]
CSIR ASPIRE Scheme
💡 What: 300 women scientists will get research grants for 3 years under CSIR-
ASPIRE scheme
Tell me more
About CSIR-ASPIRE Scheme
ASPIRE stands for A Special Call for Research Grants for Women Scientists
Objectives:
To support women in conducting research in various fields of science and

technology.
To promote and encourage women to participate in scientific research and

technology development in India.
It is an initiative by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to provide

research grants to women scientists and technologists.
Launch Year: 2023 (launched on the occasion of International Women’s Day).
Eligibility: Only women scientists, having a PhD degree in any area of science or
technology.
Disciplines Covered: The grants support research and development in major

disciplines of science and engineering, including:

Life Sciences
Chemical Sciences
Physical Sciences
Engineering Sciences
Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Sciences
Funding: The grants under it will cover
Staff (Junior Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow/Research Associate)
Contingency expenses
Minor equipment
Budget: The total budget for a research proposal, including the stipend for research
fellows, should generally not exceed Rs. 25-30 lakhs.
❓ Q.) Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to the CSIR-ASPIRE
scheme launched by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to
provide research grants to women scientists?
[a] The CSIR-ASPIRE scheme aims to support women in conducting research in
various fields of science and technology
[b] The scheme was launched in 2022 to promote and encourage women's
participation in scientific research and technology development in India
[c] Only women scientists with a PhD degree in any area of science or technology
are eligible for the grants
[d] The grants support research and development in major disciplines of science
and engineering, including
[e] The total budget for a research proposal, including the stipend for research
fellows, under it should generally not exceed Rs. 25-30 lakhs
✅ Solution: [b]
WHO Designates NIIMH as Collaborating Centre

for Traditional Medicine Research

💡 What: The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated the National Institute
of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Hyderabad, as a WHO Collaborating Centre
(CC)
💡 Why: For "Fundamental and Literary Research in Traditional Medicine".
Tell me more
About WHO Collaborating Centre (CC) for NIIMH
This recognition, valid for four years starting June 2024.
It is the first such designation for fundamental and literary research in traditional
medicine.
As WHO CC, NIIMH will:
Assist WHO: To standardize terminologies for Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Sowa-
Rigpa.
Update ICD-11: It will work on the Traditional Medicine Module-II for the Eleventh
edition of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11).
Support Member States: It will develop research methodologies for Traditional

Medicine.
NOTE: NIIMH joins approximately 58 WHO Collaborating Centres in India. It is also the third
CC in traditional medicine, following the Institute for Teaching & Research in Ayurveda,
Jamnagar, and the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), New Delhi.
About NIIMH
Establishment: Founded in 1956
Parent Organisation/Ministry: It is part of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic

Sciences (CCRAS) under the Ministry of Ayush.
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana.
It is dedicated to documenting and showcasing medico-historical research in Ayurveda,

Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, Homoeopathy, Biomedicine, and other
related healthcare disciplines.

❓ Q.) Which Indian organisation has been recently designated as the first WHO
Collaborating Centre (CC) for "Fundamental and Literary Research in Traditional
Medicine"?
[a] NIIMH
[b] MDNIY
[c] ICMR
[d] ICAS
[e] IAAI
✅ Solution: [a]
50th Group of Seven (G7) Summit
💡 What: The 50th Group of Seven (G7) Summit recently concluded, hosted by Italy.
India participated in the G7 outreach session, focusing on key areas such as
artificial intelligence, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean.
Tell me more
Key Outcomes
G7 Apulia Food Systems Initiative (AFSI): It aims to intensify efforts to overcome

structural barriers to food security and nutrition.
Partnership for Global Infrastructure Investment (PGII): It is a joint initiative by G7

countries to fund infrastructure projects in developing countries through public and
private investments.
Its goal is to mobilize up to US $600 billion by 2027.
Artificial Intelligence: Announce development of a brand to support the implementation

of the International Code of Conduct for Organizations Developing Advanced AI
Systems.
About G7 Summit
It is an informal forum that brings together Italy, Canada, France, Germany, Japan,
United Kingdom, and the United States of America.

European Union also participates in the Summit.
It was established as a platform for economic and financial cooperation in response to

the 1973 energy crisis.
First Summit was held in 1975.
It does not have a permanent administrative structure.
NOTE: It was expanded into the G8 between 1997 and 2013, with the inclusion of
Russia. However, Russia’s participation was suspended in 2014 following the annexation
of Crimea.
1st All-India survey on AYUSH
💡 What: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has recently released

first All-India survey on AYUSH
💡 Why: For "Fundamental and Literary Research in Traditional Medicine".
Tell me more
About first exclusive all-India survey on Ayush
Objective: To gather information on
Awareness of people about the traditional system of healthcare (Ayush system of

medicine).
Uses of Ayush for prevention or treatment of ailments.
Awareness of households about home remedies, medicinal plants, local health

traditions, and folk medicine.
Conducted by: National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) from July 2022 to June 2023, as
part of the 79th round of the National Sample Survey (NSS).
Coverage: It covered the entire Indian Union, excluding a few inaccessible villages in
the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Data Collection: It was collected from 1,81,298 households, including 1,04,195 in rural
areas and 77,103 in urban areas.
Key Findings from Survey

Awareness:
95% of rural and 96% of urban respondents are aware of Ayush.
At least one member in about 85% of rural and 86% of urban households is aware of
medicinal plants, home remedies, local health traditions, or folk medicine.
Usage:
46% of rural and 53% of urban individuals used Ayush for prevention or treatment of
ailments in the past year.
Both in rural and urban India, Ayurveda have been preferred over other systems of
Ayush for prevention or treatment of ailments.

Ayush is predominantly used for rejuvenation and preventive measures followed by
therapeutic or curative treatment.
Expenditure incurred for availing treatment of Ayush
❓ Q.) Consider the following statements regarding the Ayush Awareness Survey and
identify the correct statement/s:
(1) 95% of rural respondents are aware of Ayush
(2) 96% of urban respondents are aware of Ayush
(3) At least one member in 85% of rural households is aware of medicinal plants,
home remedies, local health traditions, or folk medicine
(4) At least one member in 86% of urban households is aware of medicinal plants,
home remedies, local health traditions, or folk medicine
(5) Ayush is predominantly used for therapeutic or curative treatment rather than
for rejuvenation and preventive measures
[a] Only 1, 2, 3, and 4
[b] Only 1, 2, 3 and 5
[c] Only 1, 2, and 3
[d] Only 1, 3, 4 and 5
[e] All 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5

✅ Solution: [a]
Other Important Questions
❓ Q.) Where the 112th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) of
International Labour Organisation (ILO) is being held?
[a] Paris
[b] London
[c] Washington DC
[d] Geneva
[e] New Delhi
✅ Solution: [d]
It was held in Geneva, Switzerland and launched fourth Decent Work Country
Program (DWCP) and its constituents for the period 2023-27.
DWCP has identified a set of decent work priorities and outcomes for
implementation in the country with focus on
Promotion of fundamental principles and rights at work
Strengthening of labour market information system for gender inclusive

job creation
Sustainable and resilient skills and lifelong learning system
Development of inclusive framework for achieving social protection for all.

❓ Q.) When did Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) adopted Face
Authentication Technology (FAT) for submission of Digital Life Certificate (DLC) by
the EPS pensioners?
[a] 2018
[b] 2019
[c] 2020
[d] 2021
[e] 2022
✅ Solution: [e]
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) manages pensions for

over 78 lakh pensioners, who must submit a Life Certificate annually to
continue receiving their pension. Traditionally, this required a physical visit to
banks, which posed challenges and led to grievances.
Digital Life Certificate (DLC): To improve convenience, EPFO adopted DLC

technology in 2015. This system uses biometric authentication
Face Authentication Technology (FAT): To further ease the process, EPFO

adopted this technology in 2022, allowing pensioners to submit their DLCs
from home using facial recognition technology.
FAT has been developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information

Technology (MeitY) and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
Process: Pensioners can now use any Android smartphone to scan their
face for authentication. The facial scan is verified against UIDAI’s Aadhaar
database using UIDAI’s Face Recognition App.
The use of facial authentication method requires installation of two

applications, viz. "Aadhaar Face RD” and the "Jeevan Pramaan" in their
smartphones

❓ Q.) When was the Quality Council of India established by the Government of India
and the Indian industry?
[a] 1992
[b] 1997
[c] 2000
[d] 2005
[e] 2012
✅ Solution: [b]
QCI is the apex organisation in India responsible for establishing and operating
the third-party national accreditation system, improving quality across sectors
and advising the government and other stakeholders on all matters
concerning quality.
It was established in 1997 by the Government of India and the Indian industry
❓ Q.) Government has recently authorised the release of the 17th installment of the
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PIV-KISAN) of around ____________ which will
reach 9.3 crore farmers. Fill the gap
[a] Rs 30,000 crore
[b] Rs 25,000 crore
[c] Rs 20,000 crore
[d] Rs 15,000 crore
[e] Rs 10,000 crore
✅ Solution: [c]
Government has authorised the release of the 17th installment of the PM Kisan
benefit of around Rs 20, 000 crore which will reach 9.3 crore farmers. The
funds will be released soon.

❓ Q.) The Union Cabinet has decided to further expand the Pradhan Mantri Awas
Yojana and construct __________ crore additional rural and urban houses, to meet
the housing requirements arising out of the increase in the number of eligible
families. Fill the gap
[a] 4
[b] 5
[c] 3
[d] 2
[e] 1
✅ Solution: [c]
Government to provide assistance to construct 3 crore rural and urban houses

under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
Objective: To provide assistance to the eligible rural and urban households for
construction of houses with basic amenities.
It is being implemented since 2015-16
All the houses constructed under PMAY are provided the other basic
amenities such as Household Toilets, LPG connection, Electricity connection,
Functional Household Tap Connection etc. through convergence with other
schemes of Central Government and State Governments.
Performance: Total 4.21 Crore houses have been completed for the eligible
poor families under the housing schemes in the last 10 years.
❓ Q.) According to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme

Implementation, the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in India slowed to
_____________in April 2024, a three month low, as against 5.4% in March 2024. Fill
the gap
[a] 4.0%
[b] 4.5%
[c] 5%
[d] 3.9%
[e] 5.2%

✅ Solution: [c]
The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in India slowed to 5% in April 2024, a

three month low, as against 5.4% in March 2024, revealed the data provided
by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
The IIP growth rate was recorded at 4.6% in April 2023.
The previous high of IIP was recorded at 11.9% in October 2023, which
slowed to 2.5% in November, 4.2% in December and 4.1% in January
2024.
❓ Q.) Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying conducts Livestock

Census across the country in every __________ years since 1919 to produce Animal
Husbandry Statistics. Fill the gap
[a] 3
[b] 5
[c] 2
[d] 4
[e] 10
✅ Solution: [b]
Animal Husbandry Statistics Department is the backbone of policy formulation

as well as implementation of various programmes in Animal Husbandry
Sector.
The major source of Animal Husbandry Statistics is Livestock Census (LC).
Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying which is under Ministry of

Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, conducts Livestock Census across
the country in every 5 years since 1919 to produce Animal Husbandry
Statistics.
The last livestock census i.e. 20th LC was conducted in 2019.

❓ Q.) NHAI has unveiled a new corporate identity with the launch of a logo of its
infrastructure Investment Trust, National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT). When was
NHIT registered as a trust with SEBI to support the Government of India's National
Monetization Pipeline (NMP)?
[a] 2014
[b] 2016
[c] 2017
[d] 2018
[e] 2020
✅ Solution: [e]
NHIT was registered as a trust with SEBI in October 2020, to support the
Government of India's National Monetization Pipeline (NMP).
It has completed three rounds of monetization.
The total realized value of all three rounds performed by NHIT stands at
Rs. 26,125 crore.
It operates a diversified portfolio of fifteen toll roads with an aggregate

length of approximately 1,525 kilometres across nine states.
9 states: Assam, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra,

Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
❓ Q.) Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) in collaboration with which organisation recently
conducted flagship program for school students – ‘Made in 3D – Seed the Future
Entrepreneurs’ under its Student Entrepreneurship Program (SEP) season – 2023-
24 in Pune?
[a] Google India Foundation
[b] La Fondation Dassault Systemes’
[c] Amazon Innovation Centre
[d] Tata-Boeing Students Organisation
[e] Infosys Foundation

✅ Solution: [b]
The Programme was jointly organized by AIM, NITI Aayog, and La Fondation
Dassault Systemes’ to instill an innovation and entrepreneurship mindset
among school students across India.
❓ Q.) What is the budgetary outlay for the steel sector under the National Green
Hydrogen Mission until FY 2029-30?
[a] Rs 100 crore
[b] Rs 200 crore
[c] Rs 300 crore
[d] Rs 455 crore
[e] Rs 600 crore
✅ Solution: [d]
To assess the potential for use of Green Hydrogen in the steel industry,
National Green Hydrogen Mission under the Ministry of New and Renewable
Energy is supporting and setting up pilot projects in the steel sector.
A budgetary outlay of Rs. 455 crore till FY 2029-30 has been earmarked for
the steel sector under the Mission.
The thrust areas under the scheme for considering support for development
of commercially viable technologies, for the utilization of hydrogen in steel
sector, are as follows:
Pilot project to produce DRI using 100 % Hydrogen using vertical shaft
(Scheme-A).
Use of Hydrogen in Blast Furnace to reduce coal/coke consumption

(Scheme-B).
Injection of Hydrogen in vertical shaft based DRI making unit to partially

substitute the NG/other reducing gas & raise its proportion in a gradual
manner with an objective to use the maximum hydrogen (Scheme-C).

❓ Q.) To which country has the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export
Development Authority (APEDA) recently facilitated the successful export of the
first consignment of MD 2 variety pineapples?
[a] Saudi Arabia
[b] UAE
[c] Australia
[d] China
[e] USA
✅ Solution: [b]
APEDA under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has facilitated the
successful export of the first consignment of MD 2 variety pineapples to the
United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The MD 2 pineapple, also known as "Golden Ripe" or "Super Sweet," was

produced in the Sindhudurg district of the Konkan region in Maharashtra.
❓ Q.) The Right to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, mandates that
all children between the age of ___________ years have the right to free and
compulsory education. Fill the gaps
[a] 4 and 11 years
[b] 5 and 12 years
[c] 6 and 14 years
[d] 7 and 15 years
[e] 8 and 16 years

✅ Solution: [c]
The Right to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, mandates that
all children between the age of 6 and 14 years have the right to free and
compulsory education.
RTE Entitlements is one of the major interventions across all levels of school
education under the Centrally sponsored Samagra Shiksha Scheme.
Financial support is provided to States/UTs for these RTE entitlements

comprising of free uniforms; free textbooks; reimbursement towards
expenditure incurred for 25% of admissions under Section 12 (1) (c), RTE Act,
special training for age-appropriate admission of out-of-school children at the
elementary level, etc.

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PIB 247: 2nd Week June 2024

AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0

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‘AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0’

5th edition of ‘Innovations for You’ handbook

💡 Why: To foster innovation and sustainability in India

Objective: To address critical water-related issues through innovative solutions.

Eligibility: It encourages early-stage startups, researchers, and young innovators

Two Tracks: The challenge will be held in two tracks

1st: Students Track

It focuses on Digital Action for Societal Impact, with external partners

2nd: Young entrepreneurs under the age of 35.

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5th Innovations For You – SDG Entrepreneurs of India Handbook

It showcases SDG entrepreneurs in India.

Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen

💡 Why: To enhance the production of Green Ammonia through cost-based

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About Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition Programme (SIGHT)

Objective: To bolster domestic electrolyser manufacturing and green hydrogen

Parent Scheme: It is a subcomponent of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

Outlay: Rs. 17,490 crore

Two distinct financial incentive mechanisms:

Targeting domestic manufacturing of electrolysers

Production of Green Hydrogen

Nodal Ministry: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

Implementing Agency: SECI

Capacity Allocation: Under it, MNRE has allocated

4.12 lakh Metric Tonnes (MT)/annum of Green Hydrogen production capacity

1.5 GW/ annum of Electrolyzer manufacturing capacity

Green Ammonia Production: MNRE Scheme Guidelines for implementation of SIGHT

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Carbon pricing (CP): It is an instrument that attaches a cost to greenhouse gas

Key finding of the report

There are 75 global CP instruments in operation, covering around 24% of global

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UNESCO launches new initiatives for greening

About Greening Education Partnership

Pillars of Green Education:

Greening Teacher Training and Education Systems' Capacities

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Household Consumption Expenditure Survey

HCES is designed to collect information on consumption of goods and services by

Key findings of the survey

Gini Coefficient Reduction: Gini coefficient is used to measure inequality. It ranges

Urban households: It decreased from 0.363 to 0.314.

Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) Increase:

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Rural-urban difference in average MPCE: Highest in Meghalaya among the states

The reduction in inequality has been more pronounced in urban areas.

Consumption Share Changes:

Poorest Households: In rural areas, the consumption share of the poorest

State-Wise Consumption Inequality:

Highest Inequality in Urban Households: Haryana, Odisha, Kerala, Maharashtra,

Highest Inequality in Rural Households: Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Kerala, Tamil

Lowest Inequality in Rural Households: Bihar, Assam, Telangana, Punjab, and

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OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS

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