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www.tnpsc.academy – TNPSC Current Affairs March 17, 2020 (17/03/2020)
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Topic: Political Systems in India
Appropriation Bill
The Lok Sabha has passed the Appropriation Bill 2020-21 that empowers the government to draw over ₹110 lakh crore from the Consolidated Fund of India for its working, as well as for the implementation of its programmes and schemes.
Now, only the Finance Bill that pertains to the government’s taxation proposal awaiting passage. The Appropriation Bill was passed by a voice vote.
Following this, Speaker Om Birla applied “guillotine” — the Parliamentary tool to club all other pending subjects for discussion.
What is Appropriation Bill?
Appropriation Bill is a money bill that allows the government to withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund of India to meet its expenses during the course of a financial year.
As per article 114 of the Constitution, the government can withdraw money from the Consolidated Fund only after receiving approval from Parliament.
To put it simply, the Finance Bill contains provisions on financing the expenditure of the government, and Appropriation Bill specifies the quantum and purpose for withdrawing money.
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Topic: Political Systems in India
Ranjan Gogoi, the former Chief Justice of India nominated to Rajya Sabha by the President
The President of India Ramnath Kovind nominated the former Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi to Rajya Sabha. The former chief justice retired in November, 2019.
Article 80-Clause (3) Under Clause (3) of article 80, the President has powers to nominate persons with special knowledge to the council of states. Such person shall have special knowledge in science, art, literature and social service.
What is council of states?
Rajya Sabha is called the council of states. The Council of states of defined by Article 80 of the constitution. The council of states consists of 12 members that are nominated by the President of India.
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Topic: Places in News
Pakke tiger reserve
The Arunachal Pradesh government has decided to “keep in abeyance” the survey work for a road through the Pakke Tiger Reserve (PTR).
A 40-km stretch of the East-West Industrial Corridor road proposed to connect Seijosa in Pakke Kessang district and Bhalukpong in West Kameng district of the State passes through PTR, a biodiversity hotspot of the eastern Himalayas.
Key facts:
Pakke Tiger Reserve is also known as Pakhui Tiger Reserve. This Tiger Reserve has won India Biodiversity Award 2016 in the category of ‘Conservation of threatened species’ for its Hornbill Nest Adoption Programme.
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Topic: Eminent Places in News
India has 38 World Heritage Sites at present
At present, India has 38 World Heritage Sites. The world heritage sites are well conserved and in good shape. The details of World Heritage Sites are as below:-
WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN INDIA (38):
CULTURAL SITES:
Under Protection of Archaeological Survey of India (22):
(Chittaurgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer and Ranthambhore, Amber and Gagron Forts) (2013)
(Amber and Gagron Forts are under protection of Rajasthan State Archaeology and Museums) Rajasthan
Under Protection of Ministry of Railways (2)
Under Protection of Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (1)
Under Protection of Rajasthan State Archaeology and Museums (1)
Under Protection of Chandigarh Administration (1)
Under Protection of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (1)
Under Protection of Bombay Municipal Corporation (1)
Under Protection of Jaipur Municipal Corporation (1)
NATURAL SITES: (7)
Under Protection of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Changes
MIXED SITE: (1)
Under Protection of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Changes
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Topic: Newly Discovered Species
Kaikaia gaga
A newly discovered species of treehopper was named after the performer Lady Gaga. The insect species has been named as Kaikaia Gaga. Kaikaia Gaga is a part of the family Membracidae. The species is around 40 million years old.
Kaikaia gaga was found nearly 30 years ago in a tropical forest near the Pacific coast of Nicaragua.
The bugs are known for their bright colouring and individuality in appearance. It sings to each other by vibrating plant stems. American singer-songwriter and performance artist, known for her flamboyant costumes.
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Topic: New inventions on Science and Technology, Latest Diary of Events
Methanotrophic Bacteria Culture
The Agharkar Research Institute of Pune has isolated 45 strains of methanotrophic bacteria. These bacteria are capable of reducing methane emissions in rice plants. Apart from isolating the strains, the scientists have also created methanotrophic.
The isolated bacteria were from southern and western India. The methanotrophs are also used as bio-inoculants.
Bio-Inoculant are strains of bacteria, algae or fungi that take in nitrogen from atmosphere and prepare nitrates required for plants. After carbon-dioxide, methane is the second largest greenhouse gas contributor.
With the use of methanotrophic bacteria in agriculture, emission of methane shall be greatly reduced.
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Topic: Latest Diary of Events
National Vaccination Day – March 16th
This day is observed to convey the importance of vaccination to the people in the country. This day is also known as National Immunisation Day. It was first observed on 16 March, 1995 when the first dose of Oral Polio Vaccine was given.
The main purpose behind the celebration of National Vaccination Day is to make all people aware of arming against polio and eradicating it completely from the world.
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Topic: Persons in News
Former Rajya Sabha member and veteran journalist Patil Puttappa passes away
The veteran journalist and Rajya Sabha member Patil Puttappa passed away at the Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS). He died due to age related ailments.
About Patil Puttappa:
Puttappa represented the state of Karnataka for two terms. He was a hardcore Kannada activist, popular writer and a journalist. He was the founder and editor of the weekly magazine “Prapancha”. He actively participated in the freedom struggle. He was also the president of Kannada Watchdog Committee. He was also the founder president of Border Advisory Committee. He was fondly called “Papu”.