Evening edition
Daily current affairs for UPSC, BPSC, State PCS and PSC exams.
Why in news?
The Union Health Ministry has launched revised operational guidelines for the Anaemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Abhiyaan, expanding its strategy to include new beneficiaries, dietary interventions, and digital tracking.
Key points
- Expanded strategy from 6x6x6 to 7x7x7 framework.
- Added low birth weight babies (0-6 months) as a new beneficiary group.
- Introduced 'eating right' component emphasizing iron-rich and diversified diets.
- Strengthened monitoring and evaluation through digital tracking.
- Replaced T3 (Test, Treat, Talk) with T4 (Test, Treat, Talk, Track) strategy.
Background & context
Anaemia is a significant public health problem in India, particularly affecting women and children. The Anaemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan was launched to address this issue.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The revised AMB strategy moves from a 6x6x6 to a 7x7x7 framework.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 2: Health, Government Policies and Interventions; GS Paper 1: Social Issues.
Why in news?
The All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO) has opposed the introduction of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) model in Karnataka Public Schools, calling it a 'backdoor implementation' of NEP 2020.
Key points
- AIDSO alleges STEAM prioritizes vocational skills over foundational academic subjects.
- Concerns raised about curriculum design in partnership with industry stakeholders, as per NEP 2020.
- The organization believes this approach undermines mother tongue, mathematics, science, and social sciences.
- AIDSO cites Albert Einstein and Swami Vivekananda to advocate for education fostering independent thinking and character building.
Background & context
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims to reform India's education system, emphasizing skill development and integration of vocational training. STEAM is an educational model that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The STEAM model integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 2: Education, Government Policies and Interventions, Social Issues; GS Paper 1: Society.
Why in news?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Seychelles, articulated India's vision to transform the Indian Ocean into an 'Ocean of Opportunity' through enhanced maritime security and economic cooperation.
Key points
- India envisions a secure and prosperous Indian Ocean region.
- Emphasis on partnerships based on mutual respect and trust, not size.
- Commitment to sharing India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) expertise with Seychelles.
- Recognition of intertwined defence and security interests between India and Seychelles.
- Focus on exploring new industrial opportunities and enhancing connectivity.
Background & context
The Indian Ocean region is strategically vital for global trade and security. India has been increasingly active in promoting maritime security and cooperation in the region through various initiatives and dialogues.
★ Prelims fact capsule
India aims to make the Indian Ocean an 'Ocean of Opportunity'.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 2: International Relations, India and its Neighbourhood; GS Paper 1: Geography.