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The Honey Mission, launched in 2017 by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), promotes beekeeping and honey production under the Sweet Revolution. It aims to increase rural incomes, enhance crop productivity through pollination, and make India a global leader in honey production.

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), established on 8th August 1967, is a regional organization promoting economic growth, peace, and stability among its 10 member states, with a combined GDP exceeding $3.6 trillion USD and a population of over 680 million. It plays a significant geopolitical role and has initiatives like the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and ASEAN Vision 2025 for regional integration and development.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister, is responsible for formulating economic policies, approving major investments, and overseeing public-private partnerships. Key initiatives include the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, infrastructure development projects, and reforms to boost FDI and ease of doing business.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI), established in 2003 and operational since 2009, functions as India’s apex body to ensure fair competition and prevent anti-competitive practices under the Competition Act, 2002. With a Chairperson and six Members, CCI safeguards consumer interests, regulates mergers, and advocates for healthy market dynamics.

The National Statistical Organization (NSO) of India, formed in 2005, merges the Central Statistical Organisation (CSO) and the National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO). Operating under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), it provides reliable statistical data for policy-making and planning. Key functions include conducting socio-economic surveys, collecting price data, and publishing reports such as the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) and Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS).

The Geological Survey of India (GSI), established on 4 March 1851, is a premier organization under the Ministry of Mines, headquartered in Kolkata. It conducts geological surveys, provides earth science information, and supports industries like coal, steel, and cement, playing a crucial role in India’s geological research and industrial development.

The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), established in 1962, promotes animal welfare and ensures adherence to animal welfare laws in India. It advises the government, provides grants to organizations, and has a significant role in shaping and enforcing humane treatment standards for animals.

Established in 1997, QCI is a public-private partnership promoting quality standards across sectors in India. Headquartered in New Delhi, it provides accreditation through its five boards (NABL, NABH, NABET, NABCB, NBQP) and runs initiatives like Quality Setu and the Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) scheme.

A short note on the statehood days of various states and union territories of India. Learn about the formation events, historical milestones, and important precursors that led to the creation of each state and union territory. Celebrate the rich and diverse political heritage of India, from the formation of Andhra Pradesh on November 1, 1956, to the establishment of Ladakh as a Union Territory on October 31, 2019.

The Finance Commission of India, established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution, defines the financial relations between the central and state governments. With a primary goal of promoting fiscal federalism, the Commission recommends the distribution of tax revenues, allocation of grants-in-aid, and measures to augment state resources. Constituted every five years by the President of India, the Finance Commission consists of a Chairman and four members. Since its inception in 1951, it has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s fiscal policy and maintaining a balanced economic landscape.