List of top 12 Largest Statue in the World 2022- All you Need to Know
List of top 12 Largest Statue in the World
The largest statue in the world is the statue of unity which is located in the state of Gujarat India. The statue of unity is 182 m high and it affects the Indian statesman and independence activist Vallabhbhai Patel. The prime minister of India Narendra Modi announced this project on 7th October 2013, although the project was first announced in 2010 and the construction of the statue started in the year 2013 in October. The construction was started by an Indian company Larsen and Toubro and the total cost of the construction was 2700 crores.
Key points of the largest statue in the world
- The designer of the statue was the Indian sculpture Ram Sutar and the statue was inaugurated by the prime minister Narendra Modi on 31st October 2018, which was the 143rd anniversary of Vallabhbhai Patel’s birthday.
- To execute this project a society named Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Rashtriya Ekta trust was formed under the chairmanship of the chief minister of Gujarat.
- For the construction of the statue of unity, the makers needed iron which was collected from the farmers. The farmers donated their used farming instruments and by 2016, 135 matric terms of scrap iron were collected to build the statue of unity, it was about 109 turns and was used to make the foundation of the statue.
- The statue of unity is the world’s tallest statue it is 182 meters. It is 54 m higher than the spring temple of Buddha in China’s Henan province. The statue of unity is constructed on a river Island named Sadhu Bed which is 3.2 km away from the Narmada dam.
- The statue is divided into 5 zones, out of which only three hours are accessible to the general public. The first zone of the statue starts from the base to the level of Patel’s shins, which have three levels. These three levels include an exhibition area mezzanine and roof. The first zone also contains a museum and a memorial garden. The second zone of the statue reaches up to the thighs of Patel’s statue, while the third zone extends up to the viewing gallery which is at a height of 153 m.
- After the grand opening of the statue of unity on the first of November 2018, more than 1 lakh tourists visited the statue in 10 days. The statue of unity attracted more than 2 crore visitors in the first year of its operation with rupees 82 crores ticket revenue.
Top 12 Largest Statues in the World
| Name of the Statue | Height | Location | Country |
| Spring Temple | 128 m (420 ft) | Lushan, Henan | China |
| Guanyin of Nanshan | 78 m (256 ft) | Sanya, Hainan | China |
| Son Tra Quan Am | 67 m (220 ft) | Da Nang | Vietnam |
| Luangpho Yai | 59.2 m (194 ft) | Roi Et | Thailand |
| Great Standing Maitreya Buddha | 57.6 m (189 ft) | Emei Township, Hsinchu Country | Taiwan |
| Statue of Gautama Buddha | 77.9 m (256 ft) | Kyaikhto, Mon State | Myanmar |
| Statue of Equality | 65.8m (216 ft) | Hyderabad | India |
| Statue of Liberty | 46m (148 ft) | Liberty Island, New York | United States |
| Laykyun Sekkya | 115.8m (380 ft) | Khatakan Taung | Myanmar |
| Statue of Belief | 106m (348 ft) | Nathdwara, Rajasthan | India |
| Guishan Guanyin | 99m (325 ft) | Weishan, Changsha | China |
| Great Buddha of Thailand | 92m (302 ft) | Ang Thong | Thailand |
Tallest Statues in the World: Details
- Spring Temple– It was the world’s largest statue until November 2018. It depicts Vairocana Buddha and it is located in Lushan County, Henan, China. It is the second-largest statue in the world after the Statue of Unity in Gujarat, India.
- Guanyin of Nanshan– It depicts Bodhisattva Guanyin. The statue has three aspects one side faces inland and the other two faces the South China sea to represent the blessings and protection of Guanyin of China and the whole world.
- Son Tra Quan Am– It is located in Da Nang, Vietnam. It is 67 m high.
- Luangpho Yai– It is located in Wat Bhurapha Phiram Temple in Roi Et province. It depicts the standing Gautam Buddha. The statue is known to be a landmark of the province.
- Great Standing Maitreya Buddha– it is known for a white smile with protruding belly. The statue is 57.6 m tall.
- Statue of Gautama Buddha- Situated in Kyaikto, Mon State, Myanmar. The statue stands 256 ft high. It depicts Gautam Buddha.
- Statue of Equality– The statue of equality is also known as the Ramanuja statue. It was constructed to commemorate the thousand years of Ramanuja’s birth. It is the second tallest sitting statue in the world.
- Statue of Liberty– It depicts the figure of Libertas, a robed Roman Liberty Goddess. She holds the torch over her head with her right hand and in her left-hand carries a tabula ansata, inscribed July 4th, 1776 in Roman numerals, the date of the US declaration of independence.
- Laykyun Sekkya– The construction started in 1996 and was completed in 2018. It is located in the Khatakan Taung village, near Monywa, Myanmar. It depicts the Standing statue of Gautama Buddha
- Statue of Belief– The statue of belief depicts lord shiva and it is located in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, India. The height of the statue of belief is 106 m.
- Guishan Guanyin– It is located in Ningxiang, Hunan province, China. It is the fourth tallest statue in China and the sixth tallest statue in the world. It is a bronze monument that depicts the manifestation of Bodhisattva Guanyin.
- Great Buddha of Thailand– It is also known as the Big Buddha of Thailand and it is located in Wat Muang temple in Ang Thong province of Thailand. The statue is 92 m high and 63 m wide. The construction began in 1990 and was completed in 2008.
International Day for Biological Diversity 2022: 22 May
International Day for Biological Diversity or World Biodiversity Day is observed on 22nd May every year to increase awareness and understanding of the issues of biodiversity. Biodiversity is essential for sustaining the balance of the planet. It is the cornerstone of ecosystem services, which are completely tied to human well-being.
The theme of International Day for Biological Diversity 2022:
The theme in 2022 is “Building a shared future for all life”. Fitting within the context of the ongoing United Nations Decade on Restoration, which highlights that biodiversity is the answer to several sustainable development challenges, the slogan conveys the message that biodiversity is the foundation upon which we can build back better.
History of International Day for Biological Diversity:
When first created by the Second Committee of the UN General Assembly in late 1993, 29 December (the date of entry into force of the Convention of Biological Diversity), was designated the International Day for Biological Diversity. In December 2000, the UN General Assembly adopted 22 May as IDB, to commemorate the adoption of the text of the Convention on 22 May 1992 by the Nairobi Final Act of the Conference for the Adoption of the Agreed Text of the Convention on Biological Diversity.
UEFA Europa Football League title won by Germany’s Eintracht Frankfurt
German club Eintracht Frankfurt has won their first European trophy in 42 years after defeating the Rangers by 5-4 on penalties in Seville, Spain. Goalkeeper, Kevin Trapp has saved at the end of extra time and another in the shootout to help give Frankfurt the 5-4 win on penalties. Scottish club Rangers was also trying to win its first European title since the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1972. Kevin Trapp (Eintracht Frankfurt) was Man of the Match.
Colombia striker Rafael Borré, who scored a second-half equalizer for Frankfurt, converted the decisive penalty to clinch the club’s first European trophy since the 1980 UEFA Cup, a predecessor to the Europa League. The win also secures a first appearance in the Champions League next season for Frankfurt.
India Celebrates 250th Birth Anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy
250th Birth Anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy
The 250th birth anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy was celebrated and commemorated by the Ministry of Culture under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. The ministry of Culture organized an inaugural ceremony on 22nd May 2022. The inaugural ceremony was organized at the Raja Ram Mohan Roy Library Foundation, Salt Lake, Kolkata, and at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata.
According to the press release by the ministry, it was the 250th birth anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy and the 50th foundation day of the Raja Ram Mohan Roy Library Foundation. Several ministers including the Governor of West Bengal, Jagdeep Dhankar were also present at the inaugural ceremony. The union minister of culture, tourism, and development of the North-eastern Region (DoNER), G Kishan Reddy, also joined the ceremony virtually.
The ministry inaugurated an iconic Statue of Raja Ram Mohan Roy at the Raja Ram Mohan Roy Library Foundation. It was inaugurated by Union minister G Kishan Reddy virtually. The union Minister addressed the celebration and said that ” Today, on the 250th birth anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy, on behalf of Prime minister Narendra Modi and the Central government, I would thank and pay my regards for his great contribution to the emancipation of our society. It is wonderful confidence that today is the 250th Birth Anniversary of the great reformer and the historical 50 years of the Raja Ram Mohan Roy Library Foundation is also being completed.”
Raja Ram Mohan Roy: Contribution and Reforms
Raja Ram Mohan Roy was born in Radhanagar, Hooghly District, West Bengal. He studied in Patna and completed his higher studies. He studied Persian and Arabic during this time. He read Qur’an and when he went to Varanasi he studied the Vedas, the Upanishads, and Hindu philosophy. He also studied Christianity and Islam. In 1814, he formed Atmiya Sabha, The Calcutta Unitarian Association in 1821, and the Brahmo Samaj in 1828. He fought for the rights of women which included the rights of widows and widows to remarry and the right for women to hold property. His continuous efforts lead to the Abolition of Sati Pratha in India in 1829. He also fought against the caste system, Untouchability, superstition, and the use of intoxicants. His revolts attacked child marriage, the illiteracy of women, and polygamy. He also started a Bengali newspaper, called Sambad Kaumudi, which worked to degrade sati.
FAQs on Raja Ram Mohan Roy
1. Who is known as the father of the Indian Renaissance?
Ans. Raja Ram Mohan Roy is known as the father of the Indian Renaissance. He was named so by Gopal Krishna Gokhale for his prominent contribution to the Indian freedom struggle.
2. What were the newspapers started by Raja Ram Mohan Roy?
Ans. Raja Ram Mohan Roy started a Bengali newspaper called Sambad Kaumudi in 1822 and the first Persian newspaper Mirat-ul-Akbar, in the same year.
3. What were the social reforms brought by Raja Ram Mohan Roy?
Ans. Raja Ram Mohan Roy revolted against Sati, child marriage, women illiteracy, polygamy, caste system, Untouchability, and the rights of women.
Vijay Shekhar Sharma re-appointed as MD and CEO of Paytm
Vijay Shekhar Sharma has been re-appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Paytm for another 5 years term. His tenure will be from December 19, 2022, to December 18, 2027. One 97 Communications which is listed under the Paytm brand, also announced the appointment of Madhur Deora as Additional Director of the company for a tenure of 5 years from May 20, 2022, to May 19, 2027.
Further, the Board has also approved the appointment of Deora as the Whole-time director designated as “Whole-time Director and Chief Financial Officer” of the Company. Deora is the President and Group Chief Financial Officer of the Company.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
- Paytm Founded: August 2010;
- Paytm Headquarters: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Salil Parekh re-appointed MD & CEO of Infosys
IT major Infosys announced that its Board of Directors has reappointed Salil S. Parekh as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director (CEO & MD) of the Company effective from July 1, 2022, for a period of five years till March 31, 2027, subject to the approval of shareholders. This is based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) and is subject to the approval of shareholders.
Salil Parekh has been the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Infosys since January 2018 and has successfully led Infosys over the last 4 years. He has more than thirty years of global experience in the IT services industry with a strong track record of driving digital transformation for enterprises, executing business turnarounds, and managing successful acquisitions.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
- Infosys Founded: 2 July 1981, Pune;
- Infosys Headquarters: Bengaluru;
- Infosys Founders: N.r. Narayana Murthy and Nandan Nilekani.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new PS: IFS Vivek Kumar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has got IFS Vivek Kumar as his new Private Secretary (PS). The Cabinet Appointments Committee accepted Vivek Kumar’s nomination as PM Modi’s press secretary. Vivek Kumar is the director of the Prime Minister’s Office and is a 2004 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer (PMO).
The Cabinet Appointments Committee has approved the application for Vivek Kumar, IFS (2004) to be appointed as PS to PM at Joint Secretary level in the Prime Minister’s Office, with salary at Pay Matrix level 14.
Vivek Kumar will take over as PM Modi’s private secretary from Sanjeev Kumar Singla. India’s Ambassador to Israel, Sanjeev Kumar Singla, is ready to take over. Singla, an IFS officer from the 1997 batch, was named PS to the Prime Minister in 2014. Singla returned to India to work in the PMO after a brief stint in the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv. He will now resume his duties as ambassador.
Cabinet Appointments Committee:
The Cabinet Appointments Committee or Appointments Committee of the Cabinet makes appointments to various high-ranking positions in the Indian government. The Prime Minister of India is the Chairman and the Minister of Home Affairs is the member of the committee. Originally, the Minister-in-Charge of the respective Ministry was also a member of the committee, however this is no longer the case.
RBI authorises a surplus transfer to the Central Government of Rs 30,307 crore
The Reserve Bank of India has sanctioned a surplus transfer to the Central Government of 30,307 crore rupees for the fiscal year 2021-22. The Reserve Bank of India’s Central Board of Directors met for the 596th time in Mumbai, under the chairmanship of Governor Shaktikanta Das, to adopt the Reserve Bank’s Annual Report and Accounts for the year. The board agreed to keep the Contingency Risk Buffer at 5.50 percent after examining the present economic condition, global and domestic issues, and the effect of recent geopolitical developments.
KEY POINTS:
- Inflation is at its greatest level in years. The April wholesale price index was 15.05 percent. 7.8% is the consumer price index.
- These are extremely high rates, and India is not alone in this regard. In America, where the goal inflation rate is 2%, the most recent inflation rate was 8.5 percent, which has now dropped to 8.3 percent. As a result, worldwide inflation exists.
- Commodity, service, and manufacturing prices have all risen dramatically in the recent year.
- Inflation started in 2021, and the war in Ukraine has intensified it. Right now, the globe is stuck in a massive inflationary trap.
Effect of the Russia-Ukraine War:
- The physical shortage of a wide range of commodities had been accumulating for some time, and then came the shock of war and the sanctions put on Russia, which is a major provider of a variety of goods.
- The war has shut one of the most important supply channels out of Russia and Ukraine, the Black Sea.
- China has committed hara-kiri by implementing a total lockdown in an attempt to eradicate COVID, resulting in a second supply shock due to the lack of manufacturing in China. All of these threads have come together to create a massive shock.
- We are in a scenario where, on the one hand, there is a recessionary tendency, and a recession is on the way because demand is declining, but prices are rising at the same time. This is known as stagflation.
The Overview of Economists on Rising Inflation:
In the case of India, we’ve taken a massive hit from both sides. India was anticipating a strong growth year this year. The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund predicted that India would be the fastest growing large country, and that may still be the case, but early estimates were for 9% growth or more; today estimates are for 7%, 7.5 percent, or even 6%. So, we’re in a difficult situation right now, with inflation growing quickly because inflation is rising everywhere else in the world, and we can’t escape it on our own. Meanwhile, the downtrend, or recessionary tendency, is sweeping the globe, and we can’t avoid it. We may be in a better position to deal with the situation than others.
Attendees:
- Deputy Governor Mahesh Kumar Jain
- Deputy Governor Dr. Michael Debabrata Patra
- Deputy Governor M. Rajeshwar Rao
- Deputy Governor T. Rabi Sankar
- Central Board Director Satish K. Marathe
- Central Board Director S. Gurumurthy,
- Central Board Director Ms. Revathy Iyer
- Central Board Director Prof. Sachin Chaturvedi
- Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs Ajay Seth
- Secretary of the Department of Financial Services Sanjay Malhotra
Paytm announced a Joint Venture named ‘Paytm General Insurance Ltd’
Paytm has announced a Joint Venture (JV) general insurance company named as Paytm General Insurance Ltd (PGIL). Paytm has announced plans to infuse Rs 950 crore in PGIL in tranches, over a period of 10 years and to hold an upfront equity stake of 74% in JV. Following the investment, Paytm General Insurance will become a subsidiary of Paytm.
Incorporated in 2018, PGIL plans to register for and undertake general insurance business defined under Section 2(6B) of the Insurance Act, 1938 (“Insurance Act”). Notably, PGIL is yet to commence its general insurance business which is currently subject to receipt of the certificate of registration from IRDAI.
At present, One 97 holds a 49% stake in PGIL, while the remaining 51% is held by VSS Holdings Private Limited (“VHPL”), a company owned and controlled by Vijay Shekhar Sharma. Post the completion of the transaction, PGIL will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Paytm where the latter will hold about 74% shareholding, and the remaining 26% stake will be held by VHPL.
Piyush Goyal to lead India at the WEF in Davos for 2022
The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting kicks off in Davos, Switzerland. The Indian delegation will be led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal throughout the five-day meeting. This event will assist to strengthen India’s status as a vital and relevant player in creating the global narrative, especially as it prepares to take over the G-20 presidency next year.
KEY POINTS:
- Several industry executives will also take part in the World Economic Forum’s discussions.
- The World Economic Forum will also serve as a platform for promoting India as a desirable investment destination, owing to its strong economic development and stable macroeconomic indicators.
- Mr. Goyal will also visit the United Kingdom on the 26th and 27th of this month to discuss the progress made in the Free Trade Agreement negotiations with UK government and businesses.
- The Prime Ministers of India and the United Kingdom agreed to hold a summit conference in Diwali 2022 to finalise the Free Trade Agreement between the two countries.
Attendees:
- Commerce and Industry Minister: Piyush Goyal
- Health and Family Welfare Minister: Mansukh Mandaviya
- Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister: Hardeep Singh Puri
- Chief Ministers and Senior Ministers from Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana will be among the delegation’s members.
India overtakes Germany to become 4th largest vehicle market 2022
India overtakes Germany 4th largest vehicle market
According to the report released by Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA), India has surpassed Germany to become 4th largest vehicle market in the world. The 1st was occupied by China, followed by the US and Japan. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, India sold 3,759,398 vehicles in 2021 as compared to 2,973,319 vehicles in Germany. This is almost 26 per cent of growth and the only country to register double-digit growth among the top 5 countries.
Key points of the report:
- India is expected to become the third-largest Vehicle market by 2025, However, it requires India to surpass Japan which sold 4,448,340 units in 2021.
- The personal mobility space is around 33 vehicles per 1,000 which is one of the lowest compared to the developed market.
- The topmost position is secured by China however the automobile sales remained stagnant. Similarly, the United States of America (USA) too reported 4 per cent growth. v.Thirdly, Japan holds the 3rd position however it shrunk compared to both 2020 and 2019.
Anthony Albanese sworn in as Australia’s new prime minister
Australia’s Labor Party leader, Anthony Albanese was sworn in as the country’s new prime minister. Albanese claimed the victory in the election, ending his wait for power after nine years and with this Anthony Albanese became the country’s 31st Prime Minister. Outgoing Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who was heading the Liberal-National coalition has conceded defeat.
The 59-year-old new prime minister was sworn in at a brief ceremony lasting in Government House, Canberra. Other members of his team to take office included Foreign Minister Penny Wong, who will join Albanese at the Quad summit, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
- Australia Capital: Canberra;
- Australia Currency: Australian dollar.
Odisha won the 12th Hockey India Senior Women’s National Championship title
Odisha women’s team has won its first-ever gold in Senior Nationals as they defeat Karnataka 2-0 in the final of the 12th Hockey India Senior Women’s National Championship. Earlier, Hockey Jharkhand defeated Hockey Haryana 3-2 in the third-fourth place match. The 12th Hockey India Senior Women’s National Championship was held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
However solid defensive performances from both sides ensured that the match went into the Halftime with the scoreline reading 0-0. Punam Barla (34′) opened the scoring in the match in the third quarter as Odisha picked up the lead. Ashim Kanchan Barla (59′) sealed the game with a late goal as Odisha beat Karnataka 2-0 to claim the championship.
India’s State of Inequality Report Released
Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council Chairman Dr. Bibek debroy, launched the State of Inequality in India Report (EAC-PM). The Institute for Competitiveness authored the research, which provides a comprehensive examination of the level and type of inequality in India. The study combines data on inequality in the health, education, household characteristics, and labour market sectors. Inequities in these areas, according to the research, render the population more vulnerable and lead to multidimensional poverty.
Key Points of State Inequality Report:
- There has been significant progress in strengthening health infrastructure capacity, with a particular focus on rural regions. In 2005, there were 1,72,608 total health centres in India; by 2020, there would be 1,85,505.
- Between 2005 and 2020, states and union territories like as Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Chandigarh expanded the number of health centres (which include Sub-Centres, Primary Health Centre’s, and Community Health Centres).
According to the NFHS-4 (2015-16) and NFHS-5 (2019-21) findings, 58.6% of women got prenatal check-ups in the first trimester in 2015-16, increasing to 70% in 2019-21. Within two days following birth, 78.1 % of mothers received postnatal care from a doctor or auxiliary nurse, and 78.1 % of infants received postnatal care. However, dietary deficiency is associated with obesity, underweight, and anemia (particularly in children and teenage girls). However, as the report indicates, nutritional deficiency in terms of overweight, underweight, and anemia prevalence (particularly in children, teenage girls, and pregnant women) are major concerns that require immediate attention. Furthermore, insufficient health coverage, which leads to high out-of-pocket expenses, has a direct impact on poverty rates.
State of Inequality Report Data:
- The report looks at five main factors that determine the nature and experience of inequality.
- It is divided into two parts: Economic Facets and Socio-Economic Manifestations.
- Income distribution and labour market dynamics, as well as health, education, and household characteristics, are among them.
- Each chapter is dedicated to explaining the current state of affairs, areas of concern, successes and failures in terms of infrastructural capacity, and finally, the effect on inequality, using data from various rounds of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), National Family and Health Survey (NFHS), and UDISE+.
- The research broadens the narrative on inequality by providing a complete analysis that affects the country’s ecosystem of diverse deprivations, which has a direct influence on the population’s well-being and overall growth.
- It’s a research that looks at how inequality impacts society across the intersections of class, gender, and geography.
- The report goes beyond wealth projections, which only provide a partial view, to emphasise income distribution forecasts for the years 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2019-20.
- The report emphasises that wealth concentration as a measure of inequality does not disclose changes in family purchasing power, and instead focuses for the first time on income distribution to explain capital movement.
- Extrapolation of income data from PLFS 2019-20 has revealed that a monthly salary of Rs 25,000 is already among the top 10% of overall earnings, indicating some degrees of income discrepancy.
- The top 1% earns 6-7% of all income, while the top 10% get one-third. Self-employed employees (45.78 percent) had the greatest percentage of self-employed workers in 2019-20, followed by regular paid workers (33.5 percent), and casual workers (33.5 percent) (20.71 percent ).
- In the lowest income groups, the percentage of self-employed employees is also the largest. The unemployment rate in the country is 4.8 percent (2019-20), while the worker population ratio is 46.8%.
Attendees:
- Dr Poonam Gupta, Director General of NCAER and a member of the Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council.
- Dr Charan Singh, Chief Executive of Foundation for Economic Growth and Welfare (EGROW)
- Professor Suresh Babu of IIT Madras were among the panellists at the event.
North East Research Conclave 2022 inaugurated by Dharmendra Pradhan
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Education and Skill Development, launched the North East Research Conclave (NERC) 2022 at IIT Guwahati. In his remarks, Shri Pradhan stated that the conclave will enhance the ties between industry, academics, and policymakers, as well as re-energize the research, start-up, and entrepreneurial ecosystems in the resource-rich Northeastern Region states and the country.
KEY POINTS:
- When discussing the importance of research, the Education Minister stated that the goal of research should be to find solutions to the country’s chronic problems and to urge everyone to join together, work together, and produce for the welfare of the most vulnerable. He stated that NERC 2022 will be a global benchmark for meeting India’s and the world’s research and development aspirations.
- Shri Pradhan urged students and young people to “travel on the road of obligations and responsibilities” in order to help the country reach new heights.
- Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, stated in his deliberation that Research and Development is critical for a fast-developing country like India.
- He went on to say that in a progressive society, research and development has always been seen as a key building component since it is so important in the process of innovation and growing our knowledge and understanding.
- Entrepreneurs and research institutions can display their innovations at the North-East Research Conclave.
- This is a fantastic effort for the North East since it puts policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers together on one platform. This huge event will have a significant impact on the region’s educational sector.
Important Takeaways For All Competitive Exams:
- Union Education and Skill Development Minister: Shri Dharmendra Pradhan
- Chief Minister of Assam: Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Minister of State for Education: Shri Rajkumar Ranjan Singh
List of all schemes of Indian government: All Government Schemes launched in 2022
List of all schemes of Indian government
There are several schemes launched by the government of India this year. These programs help in the social and economic welfare of the nation. All Schemes of the Government of India are launched to solve many social and economic problems that are faced by the citizens. In 2022 several schemes are launched and several old schemes are re-launched with extended years of the policy. Government launches many schemes and programs every year to address the concern of citizens over issues faced by them. The central and state government invests the required amount for the commencement of the scheme and program. In this article we have discussed important government schemes in India launched in 2022.
List of Government Schemes
| Scheme | Ministry | Launch Date |
| Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
|
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs | Launched on 25th June 2015
Expected completion by 2022 |
| Pradhan Mantri Gareeb Kalyan Yojana
|
Ministry of Finance | Launched on 20 June 2020
Extended to 2022 |
| Meri Policy Mere Hath
|
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare | Launched on 26th February 2022 |
| Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan
|
Ministry of Human resource development launched | Launched on 17th April 2017
Extended date 31st March 2026 |
| Support for marginal individuals for livelihood and enterprise (SMILE)
|
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment | Launched on 12th February 2022 |
| Jal Jeevan yojana
|
Ministry of Jal Shakti | Launched on 15th August 2019
Expected completion by 2044 |
| Jal Shakti Abhiyan | Ministry of Jal Shakti | Launched on 22 March 2021 |
Features and Importance of different Government Schemes
1. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)- Pradhanmantri Awas Yojana is an initiative of the Government of India which aims to provide affordable housing to the urban people by the year 2022. The scheme was first launched on 25th June 2015. The interest rate for Pradhanmantri always Yojana starts at 6.5 0% per annum and can be availed for up to 20 years. The last date for availing Pradhanmantri Awas Yojana scheme for EWS and LIG category was extended to 31st March 2022.
Features of PMAY
-The subsidiary interest rate is 6.50 % per annum.
-Differently abled and senior citizens will be given the preference of ground floors
-The construction of houses includes sustainable and eco-friendly technology.
-In the scheme 4041 towns are included in the entire urban area of the country and 500 class 1 cities are given priority.
2. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana- Pradhanmantri Garib Kalyan Anya Yojana or the prime minister’s food security scheme for the poor was launched on the 26th March 2020 during the Covid-19 in India. Pradhanmantri Garib Kalyan and Yojana promise to give 5 kg rice or wheat, and 1 kg dal to each person holding a ration card. It is the largest food security program in the world. Initially, the program was for 3 months in 2020 which included 80 crore ration cards. In 2022 the union cabinet has approved the extension of the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana for another 4 months.
3. Meri Policy Mere Hath- It was launched under the Pradhan Mantri fasal Bima Yojana. It is a doorstep distribution drive that grants crop insurance to the farmers for upcoming seasons. The policy makes sure that farmer communities are well informed and fully equipped with information. The funds for support will be granted under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and financial support to the farmers suffering from crop loss or damage will be given. Pradhanmantri Fasal Bima Yojana launched by prime minister Narendra Modi on 18th February 2016 at Sehore Madhya Pradesh has completed 6 years
4. Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan- RUSA provides strategic funding to the eligible state higher educational institute. The funding flows from the Central ministry to state governments to the state higher educational institutes. It aims to attend a higher level of access equity and excellence in the state higher education system with greater efficiency transparency responsiveness and accountability.
5. Support for marginal individuals for livelihood and enterprise (SMILE)- The scheme’s focus is on rehabilitation, provision of medical facilities, counseling, basic documentation, skill development, economic linkage, etc. The scheme is formulated under the ministry of social justice and empowerment and executed with the help of State Government and union territory governments community-based organizations, local urban bodies, nongovernmental organizations, institutes, and others.
6. Jal Jeevan yojana- The Jal Jeevan mission aims to provide four crore tap water connections in rural households in 2022. In a recent webinar, the prime minister stressed the use of technology service delivery and community participation to achieve the goal of the Jal Jeevan Mission by 2024. The union budget has allocated rupees 60,000 crores for the Jal Jeevan mission in 2022.
7. Jalshakti Abhiyan 2022- The scheme was launched on 2021 March 22. In 2022 the Jal Shakti Abhiyan campaign launched a new initiative catch the rain campaign from 29 March 2022 to 30th November 2022.
FAQs related to Government schemes
1. How many government schemes are there in India?
Ans. There are hundreds of government schemes in India that focus on social and economic. Every year several schemes are launched to help the citizen conquer all the economic and social problems. All the schemes are for public welfare.
2. What are the schemes launched by the Modi government in 2022?
Ans. There are various schemes launched by prime minister Narendra Modi, some of the core schemes launched by the Modi government are swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Pradhanmantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Digital India Pradhanmantri ujjwala plan, Namami gange Yojana and many more.
3. What are the different schemes in India?
Ans. There are various schemes in India launched by the government of India which includes the health, education, agriculture, water, development, mother care, urban, financial, transport, housing, pension, and skill development sectors.
4. Which scheme started in 2000?
Ans. Annapurna scheme was launched in 2000. Under the scheme, 10 kg of food grains were given to a senior citizen who has no family support per month free of cost.
5. When did the come into effect?
Ans. Pradhanmantri Garib Kalyan Yojana was launched by PM Narendra Modi and it came into effect on 26 March 2020.
Anjali Pandey bags the CII EXCON Committed Leader Award
Anjali Pandey, Engines and Components Business Unit Leader at Cummins India has been awarded the Committed Leader Award at CII EXCON 2022 in Bengaluru for her efforts to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Cummins views Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as a competitive advantage and hence it’s a business imperative.
What initiative was taken by Cummins India?
- Cummins India has taken active measures to increase its female representation over the past few years resulting in an increase in gender diversity ratio from 5 to 32 per cent over the last two decades, which is a significant achievement for a manufacturing organization.
- Cummins drives various initiatives to provide equal opportunities to women, including Women in Technology, gender balance during recruitment, ensuring pay parity, gender-neutral workstations, Cummins Women& Empowerment Network, flexible work arrangements, and award-winning breastfeeding-friendly facilities for new mothers, all of which are strongly supported by leadership.
- Diversity & Inclusion is one of Cummins & core values and the organization has an unwavering commitment to building a more dynamic workplace where all employees are inspired and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Launches ‘BioRRAP’ Portal for Biotech Researchers
In keeping with the ethos of One Nation, One Portal, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled the Single National Portal for Biotech Researchers and Start-ups. All those seeking regulatory permission for biological research and development activity in the country will use BioRRAP. According to the Minister, biotechnology has quickly become a viable academic and career option for Indian youth. The country currently has over 2,700 biotech start-ups and over 2,500 biotech enterprises in operation.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, speaking after the portal’s debut, stated that India is on track to become a global bio-manufacturing hub and will rank among the top five countries in the world by 2025. He added that the Portal will allow stakeholders to view the approvals given to a specific application using a unique BioRRAP ID. He hailed DBT’s one-of-a-kind gateway as a step toward making science and scientific research more accessible to Indians, as well as making it easier to create businesses.
CUET 2022: Central Universities from the North Eastern States exempted
CUET 2022: Government Notice on CUET 2022
The Union Education Minister has a major announcement for the candidates and the universities regarding the CUET 2022. The central Universities in the North Eastern States and Uttarakhand have been exempted from the CUET 2022 norms. The official statement issued by the Ministry states that “Considering the operational difficulties in conducting the exam of CUET 2022, i.e. the issue of geographical conditions, hilly terrain, far-flung location, limited digital connectivity, infrastructure, etc. It has been decided that central Universities of North Eastern Regions namely Sikkim University, Rajiv Gandhi University, Manipur University, Assam University, Nagaland University, Tripura University, Mizoram University, NEHU as well HNB Garhwal University, Uttarakhand may take admission in the affiliated colleges to the central Universities as per the past practice instead of CUET for the year 2022-23 only.”
Meghalaya CM plea for exemption of universities
The government made it compulsory for all center universities to consider the scores of CUET for admissions for the academic year of 2022-23. It applied to both private and government-aided universities. The Chief Minister of Meghalaya Conrad K Sangma has written a letter and requested the Education minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, to give Meghalaya relaxation for the CUET 2022, as the state is lacking preparedness for exams, it was a plea from both students and the authorities.
In his letter, the CM of Meghalaya states that ” You may be aware that Meghalaya has 12 Districts and the identified exam center for CUET is only in Shillong which would likely to carter 25,000 aspirants from across the state. This scenario is likely to cause a lot of distress and anxiety Among the students, especially from outlying districts.” He urged the government to ” provide state ample time to spread awareness and critical information on CUET to all the students and sufficient time for them to prepare.” A few weeks after the letter was received, the CM of Meghalaya took it.to Twitter and thanked the education minister for exemption of non-centrally funded or private colleges and state government aided universities from appearing for the CUET exams in 2022
Reasons for the exemption of universities
The reasons are mentioned in the statement issued by the government which says that the North Eastern States and Uttarakhand are being exempted because of the following difficulties to organize the CUET 2022.
- Geographical conditions
- Hilly terrain
- Far-flung location
- LImited digital connectivity
- Infrastructure
These are the reasons stated by the government to ensure that there is clear communication. The reasons stated are major steps to ensure that candidates get fair decisions.
CUET 2022: Exempted Universities
- Sikkim university
- Rajiv Gandhi university
- Manipur University
- Assam University
- Nagaland University
- Tripura university
- Mizoram University
- North-Eastern Hill university, Meghalaya
- HNB Garhwal University, Uttarakhand
CUET 2022
CUET stands for Central University Entrance Test, which is organized by National Testing Agency (NTA). CUET registration will end soon and only the students who completed the registration process will be considered eligible candidates. The candidates who appear for the exam and quality will be able to take admitted to reputed central Universities in India. All the candidates must check the official website to get the latest updates on the CUET 2022. The mode of exam is online and the duration is 2 hours. There will be 100 MCQs and 0.25 negative markings for wrong answers.
FAQs related to CUET 2022
1. Is CUET compulsory for private colleges?
And. CUET 2022 has been exempted from 9 universities in India. Meghalaya private colleges and state government-aided universities are also included.
2. What is the use of CUET 2022?
And. CUET is a Central University Entrance Test that students take to get admission to all undergraduate programs in central Universities.
3. Is CUET conducted online?
And. For the academic year of 2022-23, CUET will be conducted online or computer-based.
4. When is the last day of CUET 2022 registration?
And. The last day to get registered for CUET 2022, is 22nd May 2022. The NTA will close the portal at 5:00 PM.
Indian teenager R Praggnanandhaa stuns Magnus Carlsen for the 2nd time in 2022
Indian GM Praggnanandhaa posted his second win over world champion Magnus Carlsen in 3 months when he stunned the Norwegian at the Chessable Masters online rapid chess tournament. 16-year-old Praggnanandha beat Magnus Carlsen for the first time in February at Airthings Masters, an online rapid chess tournament.
Praggnandha took his tally to 12 points while Carlsen was 2nd on the leaderboard behind China’s Wei Yi on Day 2 of the tournament. Abhimanyu Mishra, the youngest Grand Master in the world, is also part of the 16-man tournament. Praggnanandhaa had won with black pieces to end Carlsen’s 3-match winning run at the Airthings Masters in just 19 moves in a Tarrasch variation game.
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins Spanish Grand Prix
Formula One world champion, Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix in a Red Bull to take over at the top from Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who retired with an engine failure while leading at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Mexican Sergio Perez finished second, 13 seconds behind but with the consolation of a bonus point for fastest lap, after being told to let his teammate pass for a third victory in a row after Imola and Miami.
Britain’s George Russell came third for a revived Mercedes and after going wheel-to-wheel with Verstappen early on in a thrilling display of defensive driving as they battled for second place behind Leclerc.
4th edition of India-Bangladesh Navy Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) commences
The fourth edition of the Indian Navy-Bangladesh Navy Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) commenced. The patrolling drill commenced in the northern Bay of Bengal and would continue between May 22 and 23. Both units will undertake joint patrolling along International Maritime Boundary Line. The last IN-BN CORPAT was conducted in October 2020.
Indian Navy’s indigenous warships, INS Kora and INS Sumedha along with Bangladesh Navy’s warships BNS Ali Haider and BNS Abu Ubaidah would touch the waters during patrolling. Maritime Patrol Aircraft of both navies will also undertake joint patrol along the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) during CORPAT. The regular conduct of CORPATs has strengthened mutual understanding and enhanced interoperability between both the navies in countering transnational maritime threats at sea.
10-year-old girl Rhythm Mamania from Maharashtra summits Everest base camp
A little 10-year-old champion skater from Worli, Rhythm Mamania, has become one of the youngest Indian mountaineers to summit the Everest Base Camp (EBC) in the Himalayan ranges in Nepal. She has joined young Indian climbers to climb the base camp. Rhythm has achieved a rare feat by completing the climb to the base camp at an altitude of 5,364 meters in 11 days.
Rhythm went to base camp with Nepal-based company Satori Adventures. A group of some trekkers from Kutch also accompanied him. The 11-day expedition was organized by Rishi Bhandari of Satori Adventures, Nepal.
GM Rameshbabu Praggnanandha Wins 36th Reykjavik Open 2022
Rameshbabu Praggnanandha
Rameshbabu Praggnanandha born on 10tg August 2005, is an Indian Grandmaster and chess epitome. At a young age, he has been traveling worldwide and traveled to 30 countries now to showcase his talent. He has played jaw-dropping matches with some prominent faces in chess. At the age of 16, he became the youngest player ever to defeat the world champion, Magnus Carlsen, on 22nd February 2022 at Airthings Masters Rapid Chess Tournament. He again defeated Carlsen, at the Chessable Masters Online rapid chess tournament on 20th May 2022. It was his second win again the world champion Magnus Carlsen within 3 months.
Rameshbabu Praggnanandha: Chess carrier
- In 2013, Praggnanandha won the World Youth Chess Championship under-8 title.
- At the age of 7, he earned the title of FIDE master.
- In 2015, he also won the under-10 title.
- In 2016, Praggnanandha, at the age of 10, was titled the youngest international master in history.
- In 2017 November, he achieved his first Grandmaster norm at the world junior chess championship.
- In April 2018, he gained his second norm Herakleion Fischer Memorial Grandmaster norm tournament in Greece.
- On 23rd June 2018, he achieved his third and final norm at the Gredine Open in Urtijei, Italy. He defeated Luca Moroni in the eighth round to become the second-youngest person ever to achieve the rank of Grandmaster at the age of 12.
- In 2018, Praggnanandha was invited to the Magistral de Leon masters in Spain. He played against Wesley So. The match score was 1 1/2 -1 1/2, in the first game Praggnanandha defeated So, but by the end So managed to win over him.
- In 2018, January, Praggnanandha, tied in third place with GM Alder Escobar Forero and IM Denys Shmelov in the Charlotte Chess center’s winter 2018 GM norm held in Charlotte, North Carolina. He scored 5.0/9.
- In July 2019, at Xtracon Chess Open, held in Denmark, Praggnanandha won by scoring 8 1/2 /10 points.
- On 12th October 2019, he won the World Youth championship under-18 title with a score of 9/11.
- In December 2019, He became the second-youngest person to achieve a rating of 2600 at the age of 14 only.
- In 2021, he won the Polar Challenge, the first leg of the Julius Barr Challenge Chess Tour. It was a rapid online chess event organized by Julius Barr Group and Chess24.com. He won the event on 15.5/19 and this led him to the qualifier of the next Meltwater Championship Chess Tour on 24th April 2021. There he finished the game in 10th place with 7/15. He won against Teimour Radjabov, Jan-Krysztof Duda, Sergey Karjakin, and Johan-Sebastian Christiansen. He also played a match against world champion Magnus Carlsen and the result was a draw.
- In 2021, he entered the Chess World cup 2021 and defeated GM Gabriel Sargissian with 2-0 and advanced to round 4, after he defeated GM Michal Krasenkow. Unfortunately, he was eliminated in the fourth round by Maxime Vachier-Lagrave.
- On 20th February 2022, he won against the world champion Magnus Carlsen and became the third Indian player to win against Magnus in any time format.
- In 2022, Praggnanandha won the Reykjavik Open tournament, held in Iceland.
FAQs related to R Praggnanandha
1. Who is Praggnanandha?
Ans. R. Praggnanandha is India’s Young Grandmaster. He has visited more than 30 countries in this young chess Career. Praggnanandha has won some notable matches in his chess Career and won million hearts at such a young age.
2. How Praggnanandha is leading India to the apex of chess-playing countries?
Ans. Praggnanandha has defeated the greatest players of chess-like Carlsen, at such a young age. He is the fifth-youngest person to achieve the title of Grandmaster.
3. When did Praggnanandha win the World Youth Chess Championship?
Ans. In 2013, at the age of 8, Praggnanandha won the youth World championship, under-eight title.
