"Tulu - Dravidian language":
@ Tulu is a Dravidian language whose speakers are concentrated in the region of Tulu Nadu, which comprises the districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi in Karnataka and the northern part of Kasaragod district of Kerala.
@ Kasaragod district is called ‘Sapta bhasha Samgama Bhumi (the confluence of seven languages)’, and Tulu is among the seven.
@ "Mandara Ramayana" is most notable modern literature of Tulu language
@ The oldest available inscriptions in Tulu are from the period between 14th to 15th century AD.
@ "Yuelu Proclamation" made by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at Changsha, China, in 2018 plays a central role in guiding the efforts of countries and regions around the world to 'protect linguistic resources and diversity'.
@ The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 2019 as the International Year of Indigenous Languages (IYIL).
@ Article 29 of the Indian Constitution deals with the "Protection of interests of minorities".
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@ Tulu is a Dravidian language whose speakers are concentrated in the region of Tulu Nadu, which comprises the districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi in Karnataka and the northern part of Kasaragod district of Kerala.
@ Kasaragod district is called ‘Sapta bhasha Samgama Bhumi (the confluence of seven languages)’, and Tulu is among the seven.
@ "Mandara Ramayana" is most notable modern literature of Tulu language
@ The oldest available inscriptions in Tulu are from the period between 14th to 15th century AD.
@ "Yuelu Proclamation" made by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at Changsha, China, in 2018 plays a central role in guiding the efforts of countries and regions around the world to 'protect linguistic resources and diversity'.
@ The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 2019 as the International Year of Indigenous Languages (IYIL).
@ Article 29 of the Indian Constitution deals with the "Protection of interests of minorities".
#prelim_2020 #target_shots #Current_Affair #Culture #UN
🌍 United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) 🌍
🔹 Established: 1949
🔹 Funding: : Primarily funded by voluntary contributions from UN member states, which often face financial challenges impacting the agency's operations.
🔹 Purpose: Provides assistance, protection, and advocacy for Palestine refugees to help them achieve their full human potential.
🔹 Regions of Operation: UNRWA operates in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank, and Gaza Strip to support approximately 5.7 million registered Palestine refugees.
🔹 Services Provided:
- Education: Educates over 500,000 children in one of the Middle East’s largest school systems.
- Healthcare: Delivers essential health services through clinics and health programs.
- Camp Infrastructure: Improves sanitation and infrastructure in refugee camps.
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🔹 Established: 1949
🔹 Funding: : Primarily funded by voluntary contributions from UN member states, which often face financial challenges impacting the agency's operations.
🔹 Purpose: Provides assistance, protection, and advocacy for Palestine refugees to help them achieve their full human potential.
🔹 Regions of Operation: UNRWA operates in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank, and Gaza Strip to support approximately 5.7 million registered Palestine refugees.
🔹 Services Provided:
- Education: Educates over 500,000 children in one of the Middle East’s largest school systems.
- Healthcare: Delivers essential health services through clinics and health programs.
- Camp Infrastructure: Improves sanitation and infrastructure in refugee camps.
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🌍 Environment Lecture 2 : Current + Static
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🏙 World Urban Forum (WUF) 🏙
🔹In news : The 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12), held from 4–8 November in Cairo(Egypt), put a spotlight on pressing urban issues resonating with Africa.
🔹 Established: 2001 by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
🔹 Frequency: Held every two years in a different host city, bringing together leaders, policymakers, experts, and citizens to discuss urban challenges and solutions.
🔹 Key Objectives:
1. Promote Sustainable Cities: Supports the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).
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3. Raise Awareness: Highlights the challenges of rapid urbanization and the need for inclusive urban policies.
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🔹In news : The 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12), held from 4–8 November in Cairo(Egypt), put a spotlight on pressing urban issues resonating with Africa.
🔹 Established: 2001 by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
🔹 Frequency: Held every two years in a different host city, bringing together leaders, policymakers, experts, and citizens to discuss urban challenges and solutions.
🔹 Key Objectives:
1. Promote Sustainable Cities: Supports the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).
2. Share Best Practices: Provides a platform to share innovative ideas for sustainable urban development.
3. Raise Awareness: Highlights the challenges of rapid urbanization and the need for inclusive urban policies.
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🌐 World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) 🌐
🔹In news : The WIPO has published the World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) Report 2024. According to the report, India now ranks 6th globally with 64,480 patent applications.
🔹 Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
🔹 Members: 193 member states
🔹 About: WIPO is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to promoting intellectual property (IP) protection worldwide.
🔹 Key Functions:
1. Global IP Services: Manages international systems for patents, trademarks, and copyrights, making it easier for inventors and businesses to protect their IP across borders.
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3. Dispute Resolution: Offers arbitration and mediation services to resolve IP disputes without litigation.
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🔹In news : The WIPO has published the World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) Report 2024. According to the report, India now ranks 6th globally with 64,480 patent applications.
🔹 Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
🔹 Members: 193 member states
🔹 About: WIPO is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to promoting intellectual property (IP) protection worldwide.
🔹 Key Functions:
1. Global IP Services: Manages international systems for patents, trademarks, and copyrights, making it easier for inventors and businesses to protect their IP across borders.
2. Policy Development: Assists member states in formulating IP laws and policies to support innovation.
3. Dispute Resolution: Offers arbitration and mediation services to resolve IP disputes without litigation.
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