BENEVOLENT IAS ACADEMY, COIMBATORE BENEVOLENT IAS ACADEMY #25, Sri Nagar, Hope College, Peelamedu (PO), Coimbatore – 641004.Ph: +91422-4521607, Cell: +91-9787731607, 9787701067/9787701068. Web:www.benevolentacademy.com.E-Mail:[email protected]Dated 21.02.2019 TODAY’S IMPORTANT CURRENT AFFAIRS (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) UPSC-IAS|IPS|IFS In news: The Union Cabinet has given its approval to the National Policy on Electronics 2019 (NPE 2019), proposed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Exam point of view - Part of National Policies The Policy envisions positioning India as a global hub for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing – (ESDM) by encouraging and driving capabilities in the country for developing core components, including chipsets, and creating an enabling environment for the industry to compete globally. Sources : http://www.pmindia.gov.in The NPE 2019 It will enable flow of investment and technology, leading to higher value addition in the domestically manufactured electronic products, increased electronics hardware manufacturing in the country and their export, while generating substantial employment opportunities.
In news: Puducherry Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy, along with his cabinet ministers, had
launched an indefinite protest in front of the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Kiran Bedi office.
Exam point of view - Part of Role of Lt Governor in Union Territories
The main conflict is the question –
Whether the L-G is acting within her powers or exceeding her brief in seeking to play a
proactive role in the affairs of the Union Territory?
What purpose do the territory’s legislature and executive serve if their decisions can be
stalled by the Centre’s appointee?
BENEVOLENT IAS ACADEMY, COIMBATORE
L-G Powers:
Under the Constitution, the territory belongs to the President, who runs it through the L-G
as Administrator.
However, under Section 44 of the Union Territories Act, 1963, the Administrator has to act
on the ‘aid and advice’ of the Council of Ministers.
Any difference of opinion between them can be referred to the President, and in the
meantime the Administrator’s action prevails on any urgent matter.
Government of Union Territories Act, 1963 allows the L-G office discretionary powers, but these
must be exercised judiciously and only in exceptional circumstances.
This scheme, which gives a clear edge to the Centre, can work only if there is harmony between the
Council and the L-G.
Role and Functions of Lieutenant Governor
Like Governor, Lt. Governor acts as the titular head of the UT whereas the real power is exercised by the chief minister (CM) and his council of ministers. In the Articles 239 and 239AA of the Constitution of India, the functions, powers and duties of the Lt. Governor are defined clearly. He is a representative of the President and acts on the aid and recommendation of the council of ministers The provisions of Article 239B apply in relation to the National Capital Territory of Delhi, as they apply in relation to the UTs of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Puducherry.
Hon’ble Lt. Governor Kiran Bedi,
Puducherry
Sources : http://www.elections.in
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Supreme Court (during the ruling on the limits of the L-G’s powers in Delhi) had stressed
the need for the L-G as well as people‟s representatives to “function in harmony within
constitutional parameters”. The L-G was cautioned against having a hostile attitude
towards the Ministers.
Both Delhi and Puducherry are Union territories with special powers and have elected
governments, but certain functions, such as law and order, come under the purview of the L-
G and the central government.
Though the issues in Delhi and Puducherry seem similar, the L-G of the National Capital
Territory has more executive powers compared to his counterpart in the southern UT. This is
understandable since Delhi is also the home of the Union government.
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The new Cancer Centre at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is built at a cost of Rs 500 crore
and aims to provide affordable cancer care to patients in Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar,
Uttarakhand and even neighbouring countries like Nepal. He also inaugurated Homi Bhabha
Cancer Hospital in Lehartara.
A new microinsurance plan „Micro Bachat‟ was launched by the Life Insurance Corporation
(LIC) of India.
The Cabinet approved the promulgation of an ordinance with regard to the Banning of
Unregulated Deposit Schemes Bill, to protect investors from Ponzi schemes.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra
Modi, approved the launch of the Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (KUSUM).
The Union Cabinet approved the new National Electronics Policy 2019
I already discussed about NEP 2019, Can you discuss about Ponzi Schemes and KUSUM in detail, Kindly discuss
The 40th International Annual Desert Festival held on the sand dune in Jaisalmer
The world's first electric train engine converted from a diesel engine flagged
off in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi and is a part of Indian Railway’s Mission 100
percent electrification and de-carbonization efforts. Work on the project
began in December 2017 and it took 69 days to convert two diesel train
engines into a twin electric engine of 10,000 HP [Horse Power].
Government-owned Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) is to raise
Rs.300 crore through bonds over the next few months from a clutch of investors,
including Tata group companies such as Tata Chemicals, Voltas, Titan, and Trent.
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Healthcare and that of India Medical Device – 2019 .
