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What is NABARD's approach to balancing development and environmental concerns?
NABARD advocates for diverse strategies that address climate change impacts while promoting sustainable livelihoods and development.
How does NABARD align its initiatives with global and national priorities?
NABARD's initiatives are aligned with India's commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2070 and global sustainability goals.
What specific types of initiatives does NABARD support to mitigate climate change effects?
NABARD supports initiatives aimed at climate change mitigation, adaptation, awareness generation, and knowledge sharing.
What is the KfW Soil Project and how does it relate to NABARD's mission?
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Explain the significance of the SEWOH initiative in the context of NABARD's objectives.
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What was the percentage increase in annual agricultural income per household according to the Swaminathan Research Foundation?
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How much did the revenue from the allied sector increase for landless families?
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What agency was involved in marketing organic produce from Wayanad?
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What is the new per family grant amount for general areas and for NER, hilly, and difficult areas as of FY2024?
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What is the maximum additional amount that can be sanctioned per project over the TDF grant for sustainability plans?
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Which groups are prioritized for identifying and implementing new projects according to the Swaminathan Research Foundation?
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What initiative is supported to improve family nutrition and income for project beneficiaries?
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What improvements in living standards were mentioned as a result of these initiatives?
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As of 31 March 2024, how many springshed development projects have been sanctioned in NER and other hilly areas?
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What was the cumulative disbursement for springshed projects as of 31 March 2024?
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How much funding was disbursed for new springshed projects in FY2024?
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What is the primary function of the NABARD Bhuvan Portal?
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How many projects and assets were onboarded and geotagged on the NABARD Bhuvan Portal as of 31 March 2024?
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What technology is being used to streamline watershed planning?
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Who collaborated with NABARD to develop the Bhuvan Portal?
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What key benefits does the NABARD Bhuvan Portal provide for watershed projects?
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What significant agricultural change is occurring in Banswara due to the declining water table?
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How much water is being stored by the water harvesting structures created under the project?
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What classification does the Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture assign to Banswara?
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What types of water harvesting structures were created under the project?
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What is the primary agricultural purpose of the stored water during the kharif season?
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How many person days of non-recurring employment were generated during the project, including woman days?
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What is one key challenge regarding rainwater in Banswara as mentioned in the report?
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For what purpose is pre-sowing irrigation used in the rabi season?
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What is the purpose of the memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signed by NABARD with the Ministry of Agriculture and the International Institute for Environment and Development?
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What collaboration was initiated with NABARD Consultancy Services?
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What initiative did NABARD take regarding the digital public good for climate-resilient agriculture?
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Which government and bank signed an MoU to support the blended finance facility in Goa?
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What was a key focus of NABARD's international partnerships initiated after COP28?
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What new program related to education was initiated by NABARD?
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What type of facility is being supported in Goa facilitated by NABARD and the World Bank?
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Which international agency partnered with NABARD to enhance agriculture and food systems?
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Study Notes
Water Harvesting and Agricultural Impact
- A total of 1,840 water harvesting structures created to combat the declining water table in Banswara, classified as ‘very highly vulnerable’ by the Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture.
- These structures include anicuts, earthen check dams, and percolation tanks, storing approximately 2,644 thousand cubic meters of water for agricultural use.
- The stored water supports life-saving irrigation, normal kharif season irrigation, and pre-sowing irrigation in the rabi season.
- Project beneficiaries include all residents in three blocks of Banswara, leading to 53,015 person days of employment, including 21,200 woman days.
Collaborations and Partnerships
- NABARD signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Ministry of Agriculture, International Institute for Environment and Development, and the Government of Goa for various agricultural initiatives including carbon markets.
- Collaboration initiated with NABARD Consultancy Services focused on supporting smallholder farmers in carbon credit frameworks and natural resource management.
- NABARD took over hosting of the Data in Climate Resilient Agriculture, facilitating digital innovations in agriculture and food systems.
Springshed Development and Financial Investments
- As of March 31, 2024, 157 springshed development projects approved with a total disbursement of ₹24.9 crore across regions including Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, and Karnataka.
- In FY2024, 14 new springshed projects sanctioned with ₹6.8 crore disbursed.
Digital Initiatives and Monitoring
- The NABARD Bhuvan Portal enables geospatial monitoring and mapping for watershed and related projects, hosting 1.7 lakh geotagged assets and tracking project progress.
- Additionally, geospatial technology improves the planning and implementation of watershed projects, ensuring efficiency and transparency.
Economic Improvements
- Annual agricultural income per household increased from ₹19,435 to ₹60,249.
- Revenue from the allied sector (dairy, goatery, poultry) for landless families grew from ₹35,000 to ₹60,000.
- Promotion of organic farming through agencies like Organic Wayanad, enhancing market linkages via the Wayanad Agri Marketing Producer Company Limited.
Grants and Support Initiatives
- Increased project grants: ₹75,000 for general areas and ₹81,000 for challenging terrains like NER and hilly regions.
- Additional funds of up to ₹25 lakh for sustainability plans beyond TDF grants.
- Prioritization in project identification for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups and aspirational districts identified by NITI Aayog.
Environmental Strategies
- NABARD advocates for sustainable development strategies, balancing development with environmental concerns in light of climate change.
- Commitment to aiming for net-zero emissions by 2070 while promoting adaptive measures and knowledge sharing.
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Explore the crucial findings of the 2023-2024 Annual Report on water harvesting. This report highlights the efforts made to address declining water tables and the impact on agricultural land. Discover the significance of effective rainwater management in replenishing our water resources.