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"The recent radical trends in Punjab show that the Khalistan issue is still simmering." Discuss the statement with respect to recent developments and suggest measures to handle it.
Introduction
The attack on police station in Punjab to release Amritpal Singh & subsequent protest in Canada show khalista issue is still impending.
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Main Body
Recent Development in khalistan Issue
1Amritpal Singh taking over as head of Waris De group which demands khalistan.
2Vandalism of Indian Embassy in UK.
3Calls for referendum in Australia, Canada.
Measures to Handle it
1Socio-economic development of Punjab:- Setting up ITIs, higher education
Eq:- 0.5-3 tonnes/ha vis 1.2 tonnes/ha for DMH-11 mustard vis normal.
5Sharing best practices :- Maharashtra farmers use Clubhouse app to discuss marketing.
6Online markets :- e-Nam, etc. can lead to better price discount.
7Cold-storage :- Reduce past harvest loss currently Rs 1 Lrs.
8Food processing :- Irradiation, processing => Better shelf-life, better prices.
Key Warehouds
1Technology divide :- Smartphone penetration 33.1. less in rural areas.
2Link to farm gaps :- Low number of on-farm testing labs.
However, technology can ensure twin goals of doubling farmers income using with sustainable agriculture.
Local capacity building:- Forming whatsapp groups, instituted structures for quick response.
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- Current and relevant examples
- Addresses both domestic and diaspora dimensions
- Proposes concrete development measures
Topper
Aniket Dnyaneshwar Hirde
Subject & Paper
GS2UNKNOWN
Topic
Internal Security and Separatism
Khalistan Issue
Recent radical trends and separatist movements in Punjab
Writing Stats
177
Total words
11
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