What is ‘Krishi Vigyan Kendra’?

Definition
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) is an agricultural extension center in India aimed at promoting agricultural development through research and education.

Key Functions

• Training Farmers: KVKs provide practical training to farmers on modern farming techniques.
• Advisory Services: They offer expert advice on crop management, pest control, and sustainable practices.
• Research and Development: KVKs conduct research to develop high-yield and disease-resistant crop varieties.

What is ‘Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana’?

Overview
The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is an initiative by the Government of India aimed at enhancing the employability of youth through skill development.

Key Features

• Skill Training: Offers training in various sectors like manufacturing and services.
• Certification: Participants receive government-recognized certificates.
• Financial Support: The program provides financial assistance for training centers.

This scheme empowers individuals, making them job-ready and contributing to India’s economic growth.

E-Waste Management: Safe Disposal of Electronic Waste

E-waste management involves properly collecting, recycling, and disposing of discarded electronic devices like phones, computers, and batteries to reduce environmental harm.

Key Steps

• Collection: Gather unused or broken electronic items.
• Recycling: Extract valuable materials like metals.
• Safe Disposal: Properly discard hazardous parts to prevent pollution.

Benefits

• Reduces Pollution: Prevents harmful substances from contaminating soil and water.
• Conserves Resources: Recycles materials, lowering the need for new raw materials.

Example: Many cities have e-waste collection centers to help safely recycle electronic items.

Weight of an Object on Earth

To find the weight of an object, we use the formula:

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Weight=Mass×Gravity

Given Information

• Mass of the object: 20 kg
• Gravity on Earth: Approximately
  $9.8\hspace{0.17em}{2}^{}9.8\; \backslash ,\; \backslash text\{m/s\}^2$ 

  9.8m/s2

Calculation

1. Formula Application:

   $Weight=20\hspace{0.17em}kg\times 9.8\hspace{0.17em}{2}^{}=196\hspace{0.17em}N\backslash text\{Weight\}\; =\; 20\; \backslash ,\; \backslash text\{kg\}\; \backslash times\; 9.8\; \backslash ,\; \backslash text\{m/s\}^2\; =\; 196\; \backslash ,\; \backslash text\{N\}$Weight=20kg×9.8m/s2=196N

2. Result:
   • The weight of the object on Earth is 196 Newtons (N).

Summary

• An object with a mass of 20 kg will weigh 196 N on Earth due to the force of gravity acting on it. This weight is what you feel when lifting or supporting the object.

Understanding ‘Third Party’ under the Right to Information Act, 2005

Definition
A ‘third party’ refers to individuals or organizations whose information may be requested under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, but is not the applicant or the public authority.

Key Points

• Privacy Concerns: Third-party information can include personal data that needs protection.
• Decision Making: Public authorities must consider if disclosing this information could harm the third party’s interests.

Example

• If someone requests information about a government contract, the contractor (third party) might have sensitive details that should be kept confidential