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The Budget 2026-27 proposes integrated development of 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars to enhance fish farmers' income.
India holds the position of the world's second-largest fish producer.
A significant 75% of India's total fish production originates from inland fisheries.
The initiative aims to leverage existing water bodies for economic upliftment in rural areas.
This initiative directly contributes to the goals of the Blue Revolution, which aims to achieve sustainable and responsible development of the fisheries sector in India.
The proposed development aligns with the objectives of PMMSY, a flagship scheme designed to bring about a 'Blue Revolution' through sustainable and responsible development of the fisheries sector.
The utilization of reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars for fisheries integrates with broader strategies for efficient and multi-purpose use of water resources.
Increasing fish farmers' income directly supports rural economic growth and efforts to alleviate poverty in agricultural communities.
Inland fisheries refer to fishing activities conducted in freshwater bodies such as rivers, lakes, ponds, canals, and reservoirs. This contrasts with marine fisheries, which operate in oceans and seas. In India, inland fisheries play a dominant role, contributing a major share to the country's total fish production, supporting numerous livelihoods, and providing a significant source of protein.
Simple Analogy: Think of inland fisheries as farming fish in a large pond or lake, while marine fisheries are like catching fish in the vast ocean.
To bring about a 'Blue Revolution' through sustainable and responsible development of the fisheries sector in India.
Key: Aims to enhance fish production, productivity, quality, technology, post-harvest infrastructure, and management, while also improving the socio-economic conditions of fishers and fish farmers.
To develop and rejuvenate 75 water bodies in each district of India as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
Key: Focuses on water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and creating community assets, which can be synergistically used for activities like fisheries.
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General Awareness: Economy, Government Schemes, Current Affairs.
General Knowledge: Indian Economy, Government Schemes, Current Affairs.
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Answer: None
The main objective of the 12th Five-Year Plan is
Answer: faster, sustainable and more inclusive growth
Which of the following are associated with 'Planning' in India? 1. The Finance Commission 2. The National Development Council 3. The Union Ministry of Rural Development 4. The Union Ministry of Urban Development 5. The Parliament Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Answer: 2 and 5 only
Government schemes, economic data, and agricultural policies are frequently tested across all competitive exams, especially UPSC and Banking.
The farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, molluscs, and aquatic plants.
The rapid increase in the production of fish and marine products, often associated with government initiatives to modernize and boost the fisheries sector.
Water bodies developed and rejuvenated under the Amrit Sarovar Mission, aimed at water conservation and community asset creation.