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Media plays a significant role in keeping everyone updated about the various events
around the world. Today, we can check out the latest news and current affairs with just
few clicks of mouse or by simply switching on the radio or television, apart from glancing
at the newspaper every morning!
Media: Meaning
Media is the plural form for medium and involves the collective communication sources
or mediums including television, radio, newspapers, internet, social media sites and
various relevant sites and blogs. The main purpose of media is to disseminate the
information and knowledge
Importance of Media
Let us know and understand the significance of media through the following most
important points:
3. Raises voice against social evils – Media also plays a constructive role for the
society by raising social issues. Presently, there are many examples of social evils like
dowry, female foeticide, gender discrimination, etc. that have been raised by
media. When media presents and unveils such issues, the public becomes aware and
the necessary steps are taken for resolving the issues! Media also helps reach the voice
of masses to the concerned authorities.
4. Provides true pictures and live telecast for various events – Be it the cricket
world cup, FIFA matches, our prime minster or president addressing the nation, the
areas affected by flooding or just any other incident, media helps us see the true picture
by providing the LIVE or recorded telecast for almost all important events.
5. Educates the society – One of the most important roles of media is to educate the
society. We can explore and analyze various product reviews, do price comparison for
various items, read news about politics, fashion, war, weather, health and much more
with the help of media. Media exposes issues like poverty, illiteracy, social
backwardness, etc., and educates people on the same. It also educates people about
their rights and duties and helps enforce law as well.
Conclusion: Today, media has become important part of our life as well as society.
Henceforth, the role and effects of media cannot be ignored! It informs, educate and
entertain people and most importantly, it helps in reforming, reshaping, educating and
strengthening the society.
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Quackery refers to the promotion of fraudulent medical practices. A quack is a person who pretends to
have skill, qualification, knowledge or credentials he does not possess. Quackery is a kind of health scam
which promotes bogus products and services.
It has harmful physical and psychological effects. It is important to check quackery because:
4. Public loses its faith in the effectiveness of the medicine or treatment. This causes anxiety and
distress.
Promoters of quackery know how to appeal to every aspect of human vulnerability. What sells is
not the quality of their products but their ability to influence their audience. Here are ten
strategies to avoid being quacked:
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2. Solid organic wastes including faecal matter and wastes from tanneries
should be converted into compost manure at the places far away from the
cities and human dwellings. The composting should be done in pits or in
heaps adequately covered with layers of soil at least 8-10 cm thick to prevent
fly breeding and rat menace which are important carriers of various diseases.
3. Non-combustible solid waste materials like ash, rubbish, tins, glass pieces if
not recoverable for usual purposes should be disposed of by landfill method in
low-lying areas.
4. Anaerobic septic tank treatment can be used for individual houses or small
communities. Besides, aerobic biological treatment systems including trickling
filters, activated sludge treatment and oxidation ponds can also be used for
liquid wastes or sewage disposal.
5. Automobiles must be either made to eliminate use of gasoline and diesel oil
or complete combustion is obtained in the engine so that noxious compounds
are not emitted. The automobiles, trucks and other transport systems must
have an antismog device. In some countries factories are using devices like
scrubbers, cyclone separators or electrostatic precipitators to minimize
pollution.
6. There should be cut back in the use of fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and
other agrochemicals as far as possible.
8. Sponges and towels should be used in place of paper towels and also the
use of paper cups and plates and similar materials should be stopped.
10. Washing soda and scouring pad should be used instead of detergents.
12. Since about 40% of the phosphates in water pollution comes from
detergent, it has been suggested that only detergents low in phosphates
should be used.
(vii) A broad recognition of the facts that we are all responsible for helping to
solve environmental problems.
The work on pollution control and abatement techniques is being carried out
by Desalination and Effluent Engineering Division of Bhabha Atomic Research
Centre (BARC). There is special Directorate for Radiation Protection (DRP),
an all-India organization, which keeps watch on exposure of the users or
public at large to irradiation and provides proper instructions to users for using
radioactive materials.
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ISO 9000 is a set of international standards of quality management that have become
increasingly popular for large and small companies alike. "ISO is grounded on the 'conformance
to specification' definition of quality, " wrote Francis Buttle in the International Journal of Quality
and Reliability Management. "The standards specify how management operations shall be
conducted. ISO 9000's purpose is to ensure that suppliers design, create, and deliver products
and services which meet predetermined standards; in other words, its goal is to prevent non-
conformity.
Increased marketability—Nearly all observers agree that ISO 9000 registration provides
businesses with markedly heightened credibility with current and prospective clients
alike. Basically, it proves that the company is dedicated to providing quality to its
customers, which is no small advantage whether the company is negotiating with a long-
time customer or endeavoring to pry a potentially lucrative customer away from a
competitor. This benefit manifests itself not only in increased customer retention, but
also in increased customer acquisition and heightened ability to enter into new markets;
indeed, ISO 9000 registration has been cited as being of particular value for small and
mid-sized businesses hoping to establish a presence in international markets.
Reduced operational expenses—Sometimes lost in the many discussions of ISO 9000's
public relations cache is the fact that the rigorous registration process often exposes
significant shortcomings in various operational areas. When these problems are brought
to light, the company can take the appropriate steps to improve its processes. These
improved efficiencies can help companies garner savings in both time and money. "The
cost of scrap, rework, returns, and the employee time spent analyzing
and troubleshooting various products are all considerably reduced by initiating the
discipline of ISO 9000, " confirmed Richard B. Wright inIndustrial Distribution.
Better management control—The ISO 9000 registration process requires so much
documentation and self-assessment that many businesses that undergo its
rigors cite increased understanding of the company's overall direction and processes as
a significant benefit.
Increased customer satisfaction—Since the ISO 9000 certification process almost
inevitably uncovers areas in which final product quality can be improved, such efforts
often bring about higher levels of customer satisfaction. In addition, by seeking and
securing ISO 9000 certification, companies can provide their clients with the opportunity
to tout their suppliers' dedication to quality in their own business dealings.
Improved internal communication—The ISO 9000 certification process's emphasis on
self-analysis and operations management issues encourages various internal areas or
departments of companies to interact with one another in hopes of gaining a more
complete understanding of the needs and desires of their internal customers.
Improved customer service—The process of securing ISO 9000 registration often serves
to refocus company priorities on pleasing their customers in all respects, including
customer service areas. It also helps heighten awareness of quality issues among
employees.
Reduction of product-liability risks—Many business experts contend that companies that
achieve ISO 9000 certification are less likely to be hit with product liability lawsuits, etc.,
because of the quality of their processes.
Attractiveness to investors—Business consultants and small business owners alike
agree that ISO-9000 certification can be a potent tool in securing funding from venture
capital firms.
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In this SWOT analysis of India, we’ll learn about the many strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities, and threats associated with this bustling country.
In particular, you’ll find out what’s holding the country back in terms of
growth, what affliction is majorly affecting Indian youth, and what it means
to be poor in this country.
The other benefit for Western companies in hiring Indians, besides the low
cost of labor, is that Indians blend well into Western culture in terms of
temperament and attitude.
Any full-time work is appreciated in India because most families need to care
for the aging members who can’t work any longer. Although the country has
over 1.3 billion people within it, more than half of the population is aged 35
and below. Only a fraction is considered “elderly” but must still be taken care
of.
India is fully self-sufficient in food production. The country has a strong
industrial base and an abundance of grain and crops. Second to China, India
is the largest food producer in the world. But the productivity in this industry
is lacking and requires an upgrade in equipment, infrastructure, and seed
supply.
To grand even more Indians these basic necessities, the government needs to
focus on closing the gap between the poor and working class. This may
include investing in growth, the agricultural sector, and creating new jobs for
the country’s growing population.
By 2025, it’s estimated that India will have more than one million people
living in 69 of their major cities. Some of these cities lack necessities like
clean water, air, and utilities people can rely on. If these cities don’t get these
essentials, the growing population will be left in a vulnerable position.
Instead of progressing, the country will likely regress.
Other opportunities include investment in businesses. There’s plenty of room
for investment since the cost of labor is so low. For this reason, international
business may look into moving or starting new developments in India. In
doing so, efficiency will likely increase for the country.
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The Consumer Protection Act, 1986 (In short,‘The Act’) is a benevolent social legislation that lays down the rights
of the consumers and provides their for promotion and protection of the rights of the consumers. The first and
the only Act of its kind in India, it has enabled ordinary consumers to secure less expensive and often speedy
redressal of their grievances. By spelling out the rights and remedies of the consumers in a market so far
dominated by organized manufacturers and traders of goods and providers of various types of services, the Act
makes the dictum, caveat emptor (‘Buyer Beware’) a thing of the past.
The Act mandates establishment of Consumer Protection Councils at the Centre as well as in each State
and District, with a view to promoting consumer awareness. The Central Council is headed by Minister In-
charge of the Department of Consumer Affairs in the Central Government and the State Councils by the
also provides for a 3-tier structure of the National and State Commissions and District Forums for speedy
been set up in each District and State and at the National level, called the District Forums, the State Consumer
Disputes Redressal Commissions and the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission respectively. At
present, there are 629 District Forums and 35 State Commissions with the National Consumer Disputes
Redressal Commission (NCDRC) at the apex. NCDRC has its office at Upbhokta Naya Bhawan, 'F' Block, GPO
Each District Forum is headed by a person who is or has been or is eligible to be appointed as a District Judge
and each State Commission is headed by a person who is or has been a Judge of High Court.
The National Commission was constituted in the year 1988. It is headed by a sitting or retired Judge of the
Supreme Court of India. The National Commission is presently headed by Hon’ble Mr. Justice R. K. Agrawal,
former Judge of the Supreme Court of India as President and has eight Members, viz. Hon'ble Mr. Justice V.K.
Jain, Hon'ble Mrs. M. Shreesha, Hon'ble Mr. Prem Narain, Hon'ble Mr. Anup K. Thakur, Hon'ble Ms. Justice
Deepa Sharma, Hon'ble Mr. C Viswanath, Hon'ble Dr. S. M. Kantikar & Hon'ble Mr. Dinesh Singh.
The provisions of this Act cover ‘goods’ as well as ‘services’. The goods are those which are manufactured or
produced and sold to consumers through wholesalers and retailers. The services are in the nature of transport,
A written complaint, can be filed before the District Consumer Forum for pecuniary value of upto Rupees
twenty lakh, State Commission for value upto Rupees one crore and the National Commission for value above
Rupees one crore, in respect of defects in goods and or deficiency in service. The service can be of any
description and the illustrations given above are only indicative. However, no complaint can be filed for alleged
deficiency in any service that is rendered free of charge or under a contract of personal service.
The remedy under the Consumer Protection Act is an alternative in addition to that already available to the
aggrieved persons/consumers by way of civil suit. In the complaint/appeal/petition submitted under the Act, a
consumer is not required to pay any court fees but only a nominal fee.
Consumer Fora proceedings are summary in nature. The endeavor is made to grant relief to the aggrieved
consumer as quickly as in the quickest possible, keeping in mind the provisions of the Act which lay down time
Against the order of the State Commission a consumer can come to the National Commission.
In order to help achieve the objects of the Consumer Protection Act, the National Commission has also been
conferred with the powers of administrative control over all the State Commissions by calling for periodical returns
regarding the institution, disposal and pendency of cases. The National Commission is empowered to issue
instructions regarding:
(2) prior service of copies of documents produced by one party to the opposite parties,
(4) generally over-seeing the functioning of the State Commissions and the District Forums to ensure that the
objects and purposes of the Act are best served, without interfering with their quasi-judicial freedom.
The Registry of the National Commission is at the Ground Floor, Upbhokta Nyay Bhawan, 'F' Block, GPO
Complex, INA, New Delhi-110 023 which remains open on all working days. For any enquiry with the Registry of
the National Commission, one can contact on Telephone Nos. 011-24608801, 24608802, 24608803, 24608804
and Fax No. 24651505. The filing timings are from 10.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Every matter filed with the Registry is
listed on the 7th day of its filing for admission before the National Commission. Functioning of District Forum,
State Commission and National Commission is consumer friendly, and thus a consumer can file a complaint and
also address arguments in person. In genuine cases where the complainant/ appellant/ petitioner before the
National Commission is unable to engage the services of an advocate legal aid is provided by the Commission
free of charge.
Q8. Write note on electrification of villages.
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Rural or Village electrification is the process of bringing electrical power to rural and remote areas.
Rural communities are suffering from colossal market failures as the national grids fall short of their
demand for electricity. As of 2017, over 1 billion people worldwide lack household electric power - 14%
of the global population. [1] Electrification typically begins in cities and towns and gradually extends to
rural areas, however, this process often runs into road blocks in developing nations. Expanding the
national grid is expensive and countries consistently lack the capital to grow their current infrastructure.
Additionally, amortizing capital costs to reduce the unit cost of each hook-up is harder to do in lightly
populated areas (yielding higher per capita share of the expense). If countries are able to overcome
these obstacles and reach nationwide electrification, rural communities will be able to reap considerable
amounts of economic and social development.
Access to electricity facilitates sustainable economic and social growth. First, through an
increase in educational achievement. Students who were previously forced to study when the sun
was shining are now able to study by the light of LEDs early in the morning or late into the
night. In Kenya for example, interviews with school teachers revealed that access to light has
allowed for extra hours of teaching earlier and later in the day to cover material not adequately
reviewed during normal hours. Additionally, schools with access to electricity are able to recruit
higher quality teachers and have seen improvements on test scores and graduation rates, raising
the human capital entering the labor force in the future
In addition to improved education, rural electrification also allows for greater efficiency and
productivity. Businesses will be able to keep their doors open for longer and generate additional
revenues. Farmers will have access to streamlined modern techniques such as irrigation, crop
processing, and food preservation. In 2014, rural communities in India gained more than US$21
million from increased economic activity driven by recent additions of electricity.[5]
When expanding the electrical grid, there is a demand for thousands of jobs ranging from
business development to construction. Projects to spread electricity create a wealth of job
opportunities and help to alleviate poverty. For example, India set a target of 175GW of clean
energy to be installed by 2022 to increase electrification throughout the country. An estimated
300,000 jobs will need to be created in order to reach these lofty goals.[6]
Healthcare ImprovementsEdit
The availability of electricity can drastically increase the quality of healthcare provided.
Improved lighting increases the time patients can come and get treatment. Refrigerators can be
used to conserve incredibly valuable vaccines and blood. Sterilization measures will be improved
and the implementation of high tech machines such as x-rays or ultrasound scanners can provide
doctors and nurses the tools they need to perform. In Diara Rhashalpool, a cluster of villages on
the river Ganges, 140 households are without power. The locals are forced to travel 2-3 hours
across the river for treatment or access to vaccines. With access to electricity, treatment would be
far more accessible to the local population.[7][8]
Additional BenefitsEdit