NABARD funds projects like rural roads, irrigation, storage, and watershed development. It also supports SHGs and microcredit institutions. In UP, NABARD plays a pivotal role in promoting rural livelihoods.

ODOP has encouraged local production while digital portals like Udyam have simplified MSME registration. These measures have enhanced formalization of businesses. UP accounts for nearly 14% of total MSMEs in India.

UP is India’s top milk-producing state, and improving native breeds is key to increasing yield. The program supports veterinary services, feed quality, and dairy infrastructure. Women SHGs are also involved in dairy entrepreneurship.

Lucknow’s central location and access to Purvanchal and Bundelkhand expressways make it ideal for logistics. Warehousing parks are being set up under PPP models. This is expected to generate large-scale employment.

The state has set an ambitious target to grow into a $1 trillion economy by 2030. It includes focus on infrastructure, manufacturing, tourism, and services. Key policy reforms and global investment will be essential.

A majority of UP’s population still depends on agriculture for livelihood. This highlights the importance of agri-reforms and farm support policies. Diversification and mechanization are key for increasing rural incomes

Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) plans and oversees infrastructure and industrial development. It falls under the NCR planning zone. GNIDA provides land and incentives to attract industries.

The summit, held in Lucknow, is a flagship event to promote business opportunities and policy reforms. It has attracted MoUs worth over ₹4 lakh crore. It strengthens UP’s image as an investment-friendly state.

UP leads in the number of Jan Dhan accounts opened, indicating deep penetration of banking services. It helps ensure DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) of subsidies. The state has over 6 crore accounts under this scheme.

After the introduction of GST, it has become the major source of revenue for UP. It covers taxes on goods and services sold within the state. UP also receives compensation and shares from the central pool.

Disguised unemployment occurs when too many people are involved in agricultural activities with little or no contribution. It's common in UP’s villages where surplus labor exists. Land reforms and rural industry promotion aim to resolve this.

UP's urbanization level is lower than the national average, with only about 22% of people living in urban areas. This indicates scope for development in urban infrastructure and services. Migration to cities is increasing steadily.

The corridor aims to make UP a hub for defence production under the “Make in India” initiative. It spans districts like Aligarh, Jhansi, and Chitrakoot. It’s projected to attract ₹20,000 crore in investments.

This scheme promotes traditional artisans and craftspeople (including women) by providing skill training and financial assistance. It boosts self-employment, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. Support is also extended for purchasing modern tools.

Pulses dominate agriculture in the drought-prone Bundelkhand region, but frequent monsoon failure leads to economic distress. Low productivity and irrigation deficiency are major challenges. Government schemes now aim to provide crop insurance and micro-irrigation.

Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) is operational in all UP districts. It guarantees 100 days of wage employment to rural households. The scheme is vital in addressing rural underemployment and poverty.

Moradabad is called the "Brass City of India" and exports brassware to Europe, USA, and the Gulf. It is a major contributor to the state's handicraft exports. The city benefits from ODOP and industrial cluster schemes.

Tube wells are the primary irrigation source in UP due to extensive groundwater availability. This method is used especially in the fertile western regions. However, overuse is leading to water table depletion

Launched in 2018, the ODOP scheme identifies a unique traditional product per district to enhance local industries and exports. This scheme has boosted handicrafts, agro-products, and MSMEs across UP. It aligns with the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative.

Uttar Pradesh has the second-largest GSDP in India after Maharashtra. Despite a lower per capita income, its massive population size drives the economic volume. UP’s GSDP crossed ₹20 lakh crore recently.

Western UP, with fertile soil and good irrigation, is ideal for sugarcane cultivation. The region has the highest concentration of sugar mills in India. This crop is central to the rural economy and agro-industry in UP.

In recent years, the services sector, including trade, finance, education, and transport, has become the highest contributor to UP's GSDP. It reflects the state’s gradual shift from agriculture-based economy to a diversified one. This structural change indicates growing urbanization and development.

A hero of the Kakori conspiracy, Ashfaqulla Khan was executed in Gorakhpur.

Rubber is not a major crop in UP; the rest are.

The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain and is responsible for logic, reasoning, memory, and intelligence.

The pituitary gland controls other endocrine glands and many body functions.

Hemoglobin contains iron and gives red color by binding with oxygen.

HIV (a virus) attacks the immune system, leading to AIDS.