Importand days
World Soil Day
▪ World Soil Day, observed annually on 5th December, highlights the importance of healthy soil and advocates for the sustainable management of soil resources
Background of World Soil Day
▪ The idea of celebrating an international day dedicated to soil was first proposed by the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) in 2002.
▪ The proposal gained traction under the leadership of the Thailand and the Global Soil Partnership
(FAO), which played a crucial role in formalizing the initiative.
Defence, National Security and Terrorism
Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024
▪ A new bill, the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024, was introduced by Union Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu.
▪ This bill replaces the outdated Aircraft Act of 1934, which was passed in the Lok Sabha in August 2024.
▪ The bill responds to recommendations from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Key Features of the New Bill
▪ The bill clarifies the responsibilities of aviation bodies, which enhances the role of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
▪ The new legislation includes definitions for aircraft maintenance, design, and manufacturing.
Eminent Persons
▪ Nandalal Bose was born in Munger, Bihar on December 3, 1882.
▪ Received numerous accolades, including the Padma Vibhushan in 1953. Over 6,800 of his works are housed in the National Gallery of Modern Art.
▪ In 1976, the Archaeological Survey of India recognized his works as “art treasures” under the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act of 1972.
