\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Facts in News<\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\nMaritime India Summit 2021<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n\n\n- It is the flagship initiative<\/strong> of the Ministry of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- The 3-day event<\/strong> (2nd-4th March) comprises a Summit and Exhibition<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Aims:<\/strong> Visualise a roadmap for India’s maritime sector for the next decade and work to propel India to the forefront of the global maritime sector.<\/li>\n
- Partner Country:<\/strong> Denmark.<\/li>\n
- Participants:<\/strong> Various stakeholders in the maritime sector, eminent policy planners, domestic and international investors, industry experts, thought leaders, technology providers, representatives of major ports and shipping lines, etc.<\/li>\n
- Functions<\/strong>\n
\n- Project vast investment opportunities<\/strong> in each of the Indian maritime States and UTs.<\/li>\n
- Showcase<\/strong> the latest technology, products and services.<\/li>\n
- Help disseminate knowledge<\/strong> about the latest developments in the maritime sector.<\/li>\n
- Provide a platform to interact <\/strong>closely to explore business opportunities.<\/li>\n
- Create awareness <\/strong>amongst participants about the latest technology trends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nSwachh Iconic Places (SIP) Project<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- The Swachh Iconic Places is an initiative under the Swachh Bharat Mission. <\/strong><\/li>\n
- It is being coordinated by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti<\/strong> in association with the Ministry of Urban Development, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Tourism<\/strong> and the concerned State governments.<\/li>\n
- The initiative aims at enhancing the experience of both domestic<\/strong> and foreign visitors <\/strong>by improving the sanitation and cleanliness standards at and around the sites.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The objective of SIP is to achieve a distinctly higher level of Sanitation\/Cleanliness<\/strong> at selected places, especially on the peripheries and in approach areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nOperation Green \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n\n\n- Operation Green<\/strong> was originally launched in 2018.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It aims to promote farmer producers organizations, agri-logistics,<\/strong> processing facilities<\/strong> and professional management of agri-produce.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The objective of the intervention is to protect the growers of fruits<\/strong> and vegetables from making distress sale due to lockdown and reduce the post -harvest losses.<\/li>\n
- Recently ,the Finance Minister announced the extension of the Operation Greens Scheme from Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP)<\/strong> to 22 perishable commodities<\/strong> for a period of six months on a pilot basis <\/strong>as part of Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nJoint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is a detailed agreement reached by Iran and the P5+1 (China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) in 2015.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- \u00a0Iran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water,<\/strong> all key components for nuclear weapons.<\/strong>\n
\n- It agreed to dismantle<\/strong> much of its nuclear program<\/strong> and open its facilities to more extensive international inspections<\/strong> in exchange for billions of dollars<\/strong>\u2019 worth of sanctions relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nAsteroids<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- Asteroids are rocky objects<\/strong> that orbit the Sun<\/strong>, much smaller than planets.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Asteroids are leftover from the formation of our solar system.<\/strong>\n
\n- Our solar system<\/strong> began about 4.6 billion<\/strong> years ago when a big cloud of gas<\/strong> and dust collapsed.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- They are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Composition of Asteroids-<\/strong>The asteroids<\/strong> are broadly classified into three broad classes on the basis of composition. They are\n
\n- The C-type (chondrite)-<\/strong>These asteroids <\/strong>are most common, probably consist of clay and silicate rocks, <\/strong>and are dark in appearance<\/strong>. They are among the most ancient objects in the solar system.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The S-types (\u201cstony\u201d):<\/strong> These steroids are made up of silicate materials and nickel-iron<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- The M-types are metallic (nickel-iron):<\/strong> These asteroids compositional differences<\/strong> are related to how far from the sun they formed<\/strong>. Some experienced high temperatures after they formed and partly melted, with iron sinking to the centre and forcing basaltic (volcanic) lava to the surface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nMannathu Padmanabhan (1878-1970)<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- An Indian social reformer and freedom fighter<\/strong> from the south-western state of Kerala.<\/li>\n
- Founder of the Nair Service Society (NSS)<\/strong>, which claims to represent the Nair community that constitutes 12.10% of the population of the state.<\/li>\n
- He fought for social equality<\/strong>, the first phase being the Vaikom Satyagraha<\/strong>, demanding the public roads near the temple at Vaikom be opened to low caste Hindus.<\/li>\n
- He took part in the Vaikom (1924) and<\/strong> Guruvayoor (1931) temple-entry Satyagrahas<\/strong>; the anti-untouchability agitations. He opened his family temple for everyone, irrespective of caste distinction.<\/li>\n
- He became a member of the Indian National Congress in 1946 and took part in the agitation against Sir C. P. Ramaswamy Iyer\u2019s administration in Travancore.<\/li>\n
- As the first president of the Travancore Devaswom Board, he revitalised many temples which had almost ceased to function.<\/li>\n
- He received the Padma Bhushan award in 1966.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Why in News?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Recently, Prime Minister remembered Mannathu Padmanabhan on his Punya Tithi (death anniversary). <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nJagannath Heritage Corridor Project<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n\n\n- It is also known as the ‘Puri Shreemandira Parikrama Yojana<\/strong>\u2019.<\/li>\n
- Under it, the entire area within 75 metres around<\/strong> the temple will be transformed into a heritage corridor<\/strong> to attract devotees <\/strong>from across the world.<\/li>\n
- Aims:<\/strong> To enhance the security of the shrine, to better amenities for devotees and to create a spiritual ambience.<\/li>\n
- Estimated Cost:<\/strong> Rs. 3,200 crore.<\/li>\n
- Three Objectives:<\/strong> Security of the temple, the safety of the devotees and creation of a spiritual atmosphere.<\/li>\n
- Jagannath Temple, Puri<\/strong>\n
\n- A revered Vaishnava sites<\/strong>, it is one of the four Dhamas<\/strong> (Holiest of the holy place) i.e. Puri, Dwarika, Badrinath and Rameswar.<\/li>\n
- Lord Jagannath<\/strong>, Devi Subhadra <\/strong>and elder brother Balabhadra<\/strong> are being worshipped in the temple.<\/li>\n
- It is constructed in Kalinga architecture<\/strong>, with a height of 65 meters placed on an elevated platform<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Its main shrine was built by Anantavarman of the Chodaganga dynasty<\/strong> in the tenth century<\/strong>.\n
\n- The deities <\/strong>within the shrine, however, are believed to be much older<\/strong> and are associated with<\/strong> the great mythical ruler of the Satya-yuga, King Indrayumna, nephew of Lord Ram<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- European sailors<\/strong> recognised it as the \u201cwhite pagoda<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
- In 1975<\/strong>, the Archeological Survey of India<\/strong> (ASI) undertook a project to remove the multiple layers of lime plaster<\/strong> to uncover the original designs beneath and displayed the natural colours of the khondalite stone<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Many festivals are observed throughout the year, of which the most important festival is the world-famous Rath Yatra<\/strong> and Bahuda Yatra<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Maritime India Summit 2021<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n\n\n- It is the flagship initiative<\/strong> of the Ministry of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- The 3-day event<\/strong> (2nd-4th March) comprises a Summit and Exhibition<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Aims:<\/strong> Visualise a roadmap for India’s maritime sector for the next decade and work to propel India to the forefront of the global maritime sector.<\/li>\n
- Partner Country:<\/strong> Denmark.<\/li>\n
- Participants:<\/strong> Various stakeholders in the maritime sector, eminent policy planners, domestic and international investors, industry experts, thought leaders, technology providers, representatives of major ports and shipping lines, etc.<\/li>\n
- Functions<\/strong>\n
\n- Project vast investment opportunities<\/strong> in each of the Indian maritime States and UTs.<\/li>\n
- Showcase<\/strong> the latest technology, products and services.<\/li>\n
- Help disseminate knowledge<\/strong> about the latest developments in the maritime sector.<\/li>\n
- Provide a platform to interact <\/strong>closely to explore business opportunities.<\/li>\n
- Create awareness <\/strong>amongst participants about the latest technology trends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nSwachh Iconic Places (SIP) Project<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- The Swachh Iconic Places is an initiative under the Swachh Bharat Mission. <\/strong><\/li>\n
- It is being coordinated by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti<\/strong> in association with the Ministry of Urban Development, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Tourism<\/strong> and the concerned State governments.<\/li>\n
- The initiative aims at enhancing the experience of both domestic<\/strong> and foreign visitors <\/strong>by improving the sanitation and cleanliness standards at and around the sites.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The objective of SIP is to achieve a distinctly higher level of Sanitation\/Cleanliness<\/strong> at selected places, especially on the peripheries and in approach areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nOperation Green \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n\n\n- Operation Green<\/strong> was originally launched in 2018.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It aims to promote farmer producers organizations, agri-logistics,<\/strong> processing facilities<\/strong> and professional management of agri-produce.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The objective of the intervention is to protect the growers of fruits<\/strong> and vegetables from making distress sale due to lockdown and reduce the post -harvest losses.<\/li>\n
- Recently ,the Finance Minister announced the extension of the Operation Greens Scheme from Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP)<\/strong> to 22 perishable commodities<\/strong> for a period of six months on a pilot basis <\/strong>as part of Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nJoint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is a detailed agreement reached by Iran and the P5+1 (China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) in 2015.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- \u00a0Iran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water,<\/strong> all key components for nuclear weapons.<\/strong>\n
\n- It agreed to dismantle<\/strong> much of its nuclear program<\/strong> and open its facilities to more extensive international inspections<\/strong> in exchange for billions of dollars<\/strong>\u2019 worth of sanctions relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nAsteroids<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- Asteroids are rocky objects<\/strong> that orbit the Sun<\/strong>, much smaller than planets.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Asteroids are leftover from the formation of our solar system.<\/strong>\n
\n- Our solar system<\/strong> began about 4.6 billion<\/strong> years ago when a big cloud of gas<\/strong> and dust collapsed.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- They are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Composition of Asteroids-<\/strong>The asteroids<\/strong> are broadly classified into three broad classes on the basis of composition. They are\n
\n- The C-type (chondrite)-<\/strong>These asteroids <\/strong>are most common, probably consist of clay and silicate rocks, <\/strong>and are dark in appearance<\/strong>. They are among the most ancient objects in the solar system.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The S-types (\u201cstony\u201d):<\/strong> These steroids are made up of silicate materials and nickel-iron<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- The M-types are metallic (nickel-iron):<\/strong> These asteroids compositional differences<\/strong> are related to how far from the sun they formed<\/strong>. Some experienced high temperatures after they formed and partly melted, with iron sinking to the centre and forcing basaltic (volcanic) lava to the surface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nMannathu Padmanabhan (1878-1970)<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- An Indian social reformer and freedom fighter<\/strong> from the south-western state of Kerala.<\/li>\n
- Founder of the Nair Service Society (NSS)<\/strong>, which claims to represent the Nair community that constitutes 12.10% of the population of the state.<\/li>\n
- He fought for social equality<\/strong>, the first phase being the Vaikom Satyagraha<\/strong>, demanding the public roads near the temple at Vaikom be opened to low caste Hindus.<\/li>\n
- He took part in the Vaikom (1924) and<\/strong> Guruvayoor (1931) temple-entry Satyagrahas<\/strong>; the anti-untouchability agitations. He opened his family temple for everyone, irrespective of caste distinction.<\/li>\n
- He became a member of the Indian National Congress in 1946 and took part in the agitation against Sir C. P. Ramaswamy Iyer\u2019s administration in Travancore.<\/li>\n
- As the first president of the Travancore Devaswom Board, he revitalised many temples which had almost ceased to function.<\/li>\n
- He received the Padma Bhushan award in 1966.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Why in News?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Recently, Prime Minister remembered Mannathu Padmanabhan on his Punya Tithi (death anniversary). <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\nJagannath Heritage Corridor Project<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n\n\n- It is also known as the ‘Puri Shreemandira Parikrama Yojana<\/strong>\u2019.<\/li>\n
- Under it, the entire area within 75 metres around<\/strong> the temple will be transformed into a heritage corridor<\/strong> to attract devotees <\/strong>from across the world.<\/li>\n
- Aims:<\/strong> To enhance the security of the shrine, to better amenities for devotees and to create a spiritual ambience.<\/li>\n
- Estimated Cost:<\/strong> Rs. 3,200 crore.<\/li>\n
- Three Objectives:<\/strong> Security of the temple, the safety of the devotees and creation of a spiritual atmosphere.<\/li>\n
- Jagannath Temple, Puri<\/strong>\n
\n- A revered Vaishnava sites<\/strong>, it is one of the four Dhamas<\/strong> (Holiest of the holy place) i.e. Puri, Dwarika, Badrinath and Rameswar.<\/li>\n
- Lord Jagannath<\/strong>, Devi Subhadra <\/strong>and elder brother Balabhadra<\/strong> are being worshipped in the temple.<\/li>\n
- It is constructed in Kalinga architecture<\/strong>, with a height of 65 meters placed on an elevated platform<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Its main shrine was built by Anantavarman of the Chodaganga dynasty<\/strong> in the tenth century<\/strong>.\n
\n- The deities <\/strong>within the shrine, however, are believed to be much older<\/strong> and are associated with<\/strong> the great mythical ruler of the Satya-yuga, King Indrayumna, nephew of Lord Ram<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- European sailors<\/strong> recognised it as the \u201cwhite pagoda<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
- In 1975<\/strong>, the Archeological Survey of India<\/strong> (ASI) undertook a project to remove the multiple layers of lime plaster<\/strong> to uncover the original designs beneath and displayed the natural colours of the khondalite stone<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Many festivals are observed throughout the year, of which the most important festival is the world-famous Rath Yatra<\/strong> and Bahuda Yatra<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
- \n
- It is the flagship initiative<\/strong> of the Ministry of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- The 3-day event<\/strong> (2nd-4th March) comprises a Summit and Exhibition<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Aims:<\/strong> Visualise a roadmap for India’s maritime sector for the next decade and work to propel India to the forefront of the global maritime sector.<\/li>\n
- Partner Country:<\/strong> Denmark.<\/li>\n
- Participants:<\/strong> Various stakeholders in the maritime sector, eminent policy planners, domestic and international investors, industry experts, thought leaders, technology providers, representatives of major ports and shipping lines, etc.<\/li>\n
- Functions<\/strong>\n
- \n
- Project vast investment opportunities<\/strong> in each of the Indian maritime States and UTs.<\/li>\n
- Showcase<\/strong> the latest technology, products and services.<\/li>\n
- Help disseminate knowledge<\/strong> about the latest developments in the maritime sector.<\/li>\n
- Provide a platform to interact <\/strong>closely to explore business opportunities.<\/li>\n
- Create awareness <\/strong>amongst participants about the latest technology trends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n \n Swachh Iconic Places (SIP) Project<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n - \n
- The Swachh Iconic Places is an initiative under the Swachh Bharat Mission. <\/strong><\/li>\n
- It is being coordinated by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti<\/strong> in association with the Ministry of Urban Development, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Tourism<\/strong> and the concerned State governments.<\/li>\n
- The initiative aims at enhancing the experience of both domestic<\/strong> and foreign visitors <\/strong>by improving the sanitation and cleanliness standards at and around the sites.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The objective of SIP is to achieve a distinctly higher level of Sanitation\/Cleanliness<\/strong> at selected places, especially on the peripheries and in approach areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n \n Operation Green \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n
\n - \n
- Operation Green<\/strong> was originally launched in 2018.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It aims to promote farmer producers organizations, agri-logistics,<\/strong> processing facilities<\/strong> and professional management of agri-produce.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The objective of the intervention is to protect the growers of fruits<\/strong> and vegetables from making distress sale due to lockdown and reduce the post -harvest losses.<\/li>\n
- Recently ,the Finance Minister announced the extension of the Operation Greens Scheme from Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP)<\/strong> to 22 perishable commodities<\/strong> for a period of six months on a pilot basis <\/strong>as part of Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n \n Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n - \n
- The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is a detailed agreement reached by Iran and the P5+1 (China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) in 2015.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- \u00a0Iran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water,<\/strong> all key components for nuclear weapons.<\/strong>\n
- \n
- It agreed to dismantle<\/strong> much of its nuclear program<\/strong> and open its facilities to more extensive international inspections<\/strong> in exchange for billions of dollars<\/strong>\u2019 worth of sanctions relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n \n Asteroids<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n - \n
- Asteroids are rocky objects<\/strong> that orbit the Sun<\/strong>, much smaller than planets.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Asteroids are leftover from the formation of our solar system.<\/strong>\n
- \n
- Our solar system<\/strong> began about 4.6 billion<\/strong> years ago when a big cloud of gas<\/strong> and dust collapsed.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- They are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Composition of Asteroids-<\/strong>The asteroids<\/strong> are broadly classified into three broad classes on the basis of composition. They are\n
- \n
- The C-type (chondrite)-<\/strong>These asteroids <\/strong>are most common, probably consist of clay and silicate rocks, <\/strong>and are dark in appearance<\/strong>. They are among the most ancient objects in the solar system.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- The S-types (\u201cstony\u201d):<\/strong> These steroids are made up of silicate materials and nickel-iron<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- The M-types are metallic (nickel-iron):<\/strong> These asteroids compositional differences<\/strong> are related to how far from the sun they formed<\/strong>. Some experienced high temperatures after they formed and partly melted, with iron sinking to the centre and forcing basaltic (volcanic) lava to the surface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n \n Mannathu Padmanabhan (1878-1970)<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n
\n - \n
- An Indian social reformer and freedom fighter<\/strong> from the south-western state of Kerala.<\/li>\n
- Founder of the Nair Service Society (NSS)<\/strong>, which claims to represent the Nair community that constitutes 12.10% of the population of the state.<\/li>\n
- He fought for social equality<\/strong>, the first phase being the Vaikom Satyagraha<\/strong>, demanding the public roads near the temple at Vaikom be opened to low caste Hindus.<\/li>\n
- He took part in the Vaikom (1924) and<\/strong> Guruvayoor (1931) temple-entry Satyagrahas<\/strong>; the anti-untouchability agitations. He opened his family temple for everyone, irrespective of caste distinction.<\/li>\n
- He became a member of the Indian National Congress in 1946 and took part in the agitation against Sir C. P. Ramaswamy Iyer\u2019s administration in Travancore.<\/li>\n
- As the first president of the Travancore Devaswom Board, he revitalised many temples which had almost ceased to function.<\/li>\n
- He received the Padma Bhushan award in 1966.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Why in News?<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Recently, Prime Minister remembered Mannathu Padmanabhan on his Punya Tithi (death anniversary). <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n \n Jagannath Heritage Corridor Project<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n
\n - \n
- It is also known as the ‘Puri Shreemandira Parikrama Yojana<\/strong>\u2019.<\/li>\n
- Under it, the entire area within 75 metres around<\/strong> the temple will be transformed into a heritage corridor<\/strong> to attract devotees <\/strong>from across the world.<\/li>\n
- Aims:<\/strong> To enhance the security of the shrine, to better amenities for devotees and to create a spiritual ambience.<\/li>\n
- Estimated Cost:<\/strong> Rs. 3,200 crore.<\/li>\n
- Three Objectives:<\/strong> Security of the temple, the safety of the devotees and creation of a spiritual atmosphere.<\/li>\n
- Jagannath Temple, Puri<\/strong>\n
- \n
- A revered Vaishnava sites<\/strong>, it is one of the four Dhamas<\/strong> (Holiest of the holy place) i.e. Puri, Dwarika, Badrinath and Rameswar.<\/li>\n
- Lord Jagannath<\/strong>, Devi Subhadra <\/strong>and elder brother Balabhadra<\/strong> are being worshipped in the temple.<\/li>\n
- It is constructed in Kalinga architecture<\/strong>, with a height of 65 meters placed on an elevated platform<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Its main shrine was built by Anantavarman of the Chodaganga dynasty<\/strong> in the tenth century<\/strong>.\n
- \n
- The deities <\/strong>within the shrine, however, are believed to be much older<\/strong> and are associated with<\/strong> the great mythical ruler of the Satya-yuga, King Indrayumna, nephew of Lord Ram<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- European sailors<\/strong> recognised it as the \u201cwhite pagoda<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
- In 1975<\/strong>, the Archeological Survey of India<\/strong> (ASI) undertook a project to remove the multiple layers of lime plaster<\/strong> to uncover the original designs beneath and displayed the natural colours of the khondalite stone<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Many festivals are observed throughout the year, of which the most important festival is the world-famous Rath Yatra<\/strong> and Bahuda Yatra<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n - European sailors<\/strong> recognised it as the \u201cwhite pagoda<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
- Lord Jagannath<\/strong>, Devi Subhadra <\/strong>and elder brother Balabhadra<\/strong> are being worshipped in the temple.<\/li>\n
- Under it, the entire area within 75 metres around<\/strong> the temple will be transformed into a heritage corridor<\/strong> to attract devotees <\/strong>from across the world.<\/li>\n
- It is also known as the ‘Puri Shreemandira Parikrama Yojana<\/strong>\u2019.<\/li>\n
- Founder of the Nair Service Society (NSS)<\/strong>, which claims to represent the Nair community that constitutes 12.10% of the population of the state.<\/li>\n
- The S-types (\u201cstony\u201d):<\/strong> These steroids are made up of silicate materials and nickel-iron<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- They are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Asteroids are leftover from the formation of our solar system.<\/strong>\n
- Asteroids are rocky objects<\/strong> that orbit the Sun<\/strong>, much smaller than planets.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- \u00a0Iran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water,<\/strong> all key components for nuclear weapons.<\/strong>\n
- It was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).<\/strong><\/li>\n
- It is being coordinated by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti<\/strong> in association with the Ministry of Urban Development, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Tourism<\/strong> and the concerned State governments.<\/li>\n
- Showcase<\/strong> the latest technology, products and services.<\/li>\n
- The 3-day event<\/strong> (2nd-4th March) comprises a Summit and Exhibition<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
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