News In Shorts: 26 September 2024

26 Sep 2024

Integral Humanism of Deen Dayal Upadhaya

 

Context: 25 September is celebrated as the 108th birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. 

About Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya

  • Early Life:
    • Born in Nagla Chandrabhan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
    • A bright student, educated at Sanatan Dharma College, Kanpur, and St. John’s College, Agra.
    • Qualified for the civil services examination, earning the nickname “Panditji” for wearing traditional dhoti-kurta during the exam.
  • Political Involvement and Philosophy
    • RSS Campaigner: A lifelong pracharak (campaigner) of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
    • Founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh: Helped establish the political party (BJP)  in 1951.
    • Integral Humanism (1965):
      • Introduced the concept focusing on holistic development—physical, mental, and spiritual.
  • Legacy and Commemoration
    • Antyodaya: His vision of uplifting the last person in society remains a core principle for the BJP.
    • Antyodaya Diwas: His birth anniversary is celebrated to honor his contributions to social and political thought.

What is Integral Humanism?

  • A doctrine introduced by Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • Concept overview
    • Emphasizes unity and harmony between the body, mind, intellect, and soul.
    • Promotes balanced development of individuals and society.
  • Social Vision: Envisioned a classless, casteless, and conflict-free society.
  • Cultural heritage: Emphasized the ancient Indian idea of oneness and unity in human civilization and political life.
  • Alternative perspective: Advocated coexistence and harmony with nature and proposed an alternative to both Capitalism and Communism.
  • Based on the four purusharthas: dharma, artha, kama, and moksha, as guiding principles for human life.

WAVES Anime & Manga Contest

WAVES Anime & Manga Contest

Context: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in collaboration with the Media & Entertainment Association of India (MEAI), has launched the WAVES Anime & Manga Contest (WAM!).

More on the news:

  • Part of the “Create in India Challenge,” aimed at promoting anime and manga culture in India.
    • This challenge fosters innovation and creativity across different sectors such as animation, gaming, music, and film making. 
    • This event aims to promote the cultural heritage of India and create jobs in the media and entertainment sector. 
    • It aligns with the vision of Design in India, Design for the World’
  • Supports local talent and taps into the rising interest in anime and manga among Indian audiences.
  • Competition Structure
    • Two Levels:
      • State-level competitions in 11 cities, followed by a national finale.
      • Separate categories for students and professionals.

About WAM!

  • Provides a platform for Indian creators to produce localized versions of popular Japanese art styles.
  • Offers opportunities for global recognition and marketing support.
  • Participation Categories:
    • Manga (Japanese comics): Individual participation for students and professionals.
    • Webtoon (Digital comics): Individual participation for students and professionals.
    • Anime (Japanese animation): Team participation (up to 4 members) for students and professionals.

China conducts ICBM tests

China conducts ICBM tests

Context: Recently, China carried out a rare test-firing of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into international waters, sparking protests from neighbouring countries.

Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)

  • Definition: ICBMs are long-range ballistic missile systems primarily designed for nuclear weapons delivery. 
  • Capable of travelling vast distances at high speeds to deliver warheads across continents.
  • Key Feature: 
    • Range: Range greater than 5,500 kilometres with maximum ranges varying from 7,000 to 16,000 kilometres.
    • Speed: ICBMs can travel at speeds exceeding 20,000 kilometres per hour.
    • Many modern ICBMs are equipped with Multiple Independently-targetable Reentry Vehicles (MIRVs), which allow them to carry and deploy multiple warheads. 
      • These warheads can strike different targets, making ICBMs more effective against defensive systems.
    • Payloads: They can carry nuclear, chemical, or biological warheads.
    • Deployment Platforms: ICBMs can be launched from silos underground, mobile launchers on land, or submarines at sea.
  • Countries with Operational ICBMs: Russia, United States, China, France, India, United Kingdom, Israel, and North Korea.

India’s ICBMs:

  • Agni-V:
    • Fuel Type: Solid-fuelled.
    • Range: 7,000-10,000 km.
    • Significance: Capable of striking the entire Asia-Pacific region.
    • Role in India’s Nuclear Triad: Part of India’s strategic deterrence capabilities.
  • Mission Divyastra:
    • Successfully tested the Agni-V missile using Multiple Independently-targetable Reentry Vehicles (MIRVs) technology.
    • MIRV Technology: Allows a single missile to carry multiple warheads aimed at different targets. 
      • Some warheads may be decoys to confuse anti-ballistic missile systems.

Ballistic Missile:

  • A ballistic missile is a missile that follows a ballistic trajectory to deliver a payload, typically for warfare purposes. 
  • Once launched, it is powered during the initial phase, after which it follows a free-fall trajectory, much like a projectile, under the influence of gravity and atmospheric forces.

Trajectory:

  • Powered Phase: The missile is powered by rocket engines during its initial phase, called the boost phase, which propels it into the atmosphere or space.
  • Midcourse Phase: After reaching its peak, the missile enters the midcourse phase, during which it coasts in space.
  • Reentry Phase: Finally, it reenters the atmosphere, guided by gravity, to hit its target in the terminal phase.

Types of Ballistic Missiles:

  • Tactical Ballistic Missiles: Short-range, used in battlefield operations.
  • Theatre Ballistic Missiles: Medium-range, often aimed at specific regions.
  • Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs): Long-range, designed for strategic nuclear deterrence, capable of travelling between continents.

Ballistic vs. Cruise Missiles:

  • Ballistic Missiles: Follow a high-arcing trajectory and are guided only during their powered phase.
  • Cruise Missiles: Are guided throughout their flight path and follow a relatively low, straight course towards the target.

 

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