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From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :
Prelims level: WAM! Contest, WAVES Summit
Why in the News?
In an effort to promote anime and manga culture in India, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has launched the WAVES Anime & Manga Contest (WAM!).
About the WAVES Anime & Manga Contest
- The WAM! is an innovative initiative launched by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in collaboration with the Media & Entertainment Association of India (MEAI).
- The contest is part of Create in India Challenge and is aimed at nurturing local creative talent in anime and manga production.
- It provides a unique platform for Indian creators to produce localized versions of Japanese art styles, targeting both domestic and global audiences.
- The contest offers marketing support and opportunities for global recognition, helping creators showcase their talent in manga, webtoon, and anime.
WAM! features 3 key categories:
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About the Create in India Challenge
- The Create in India Challenge aligns with Prime Ministers vision of “Design in India, Design for the World”, emphasizing the development of creative industries in India.
- It is part of the broader effort to make India a global hub for design, innovation, and creative production.
- It is a precursor to the WAVES Summit, a large-scale event aimed at promoting creativity and technology in media and entertainment.
PYQ:[2014] Though 100 percent FDI is already allowed in non-news media like a trade publication and general entertainment channel, the government is mulling over the proposal for increased FDI in news media for quite some time. What difference would an increase in FDI make? Critically evaluate the pros and cons. |
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