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Environment and environmentalism Environment ‘Environment‘, as the term itself indicates, is anything immediately surrounding an object and exerting a direct influence on it”. In our surround there is living and nonliving things which are together form life. Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, and geosphere are the component of the environment that surrounds us. Hydrosphere, the wet … Read more
Rural Development Initiatives :Karnataka Urban Ashraya/Vajpayee Urban Housing Scheme This is State Sponsored scheme implemented for urban poor and it was introduced by the Government in the year 1991-92. The annual income of the beneficiary is Rs.32,000/-. The beneficiaries are selected by the Ashraya Committee comprising both official and non official members appointed by the … Read more
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was ‘a man of millennium’ who imparts the lesson of truth, Non- violence and peace. The philosophy and ideology is relevant still today.The philosophy of Gandhi was based on truth, sacrifice, non- violence selfless service and cooperation. In modern times, nonviolent methods of action have been a powerful tool for social protest. … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics without any description for Public Sector Undertakings: Definition of Public Sector Undertakings History of Public Sector Undertakings Types of Public Sector Undertakings Objectives of Public Sector Undertakings Functions of Public Sector Undertakings Advantages of Public Sector Undertakings Disadvantages of Public Sector Undertakings Reforms in Public Sector Undertakings Future of … Read more
Biotechnology in agriculture For about 10,000 years , farmers have been improving wild Plants and animals through the selection and breeding of desirable characteristics. This breeding has resulted in the domesticated plants and animals that are commonly used in crop and Livestock agriculture. In the twentieth century, breeding became more sophisticated, as the … Read more
Empowering the Backbone: The Rise of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) in India Introduction India, a nation heavily reliant on agriculture, faces a multitude of challenges in its agricultural sector. From low productivity and income to market volatility and lack of access to resources, farmers often struggle to thrive. In this context, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) … Read more
The Right to Development: A Critical Examination of Article 12 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted in 1948, stands as a landmark document in the pursuit of human dignity and equality. Its 30 articles, each outlining a fundamental right, have served as a guiding principle for … Read more
A Tapestry of Tradition: Exploring the Vibrant World of Tribal Painting in India India, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, boasts a rich tapestry of artistic expressions. Among these, tribal painting stands out as a unique and powerful form of visual storytelling, reflecting the deep connection between the indigenous communities and their environment. This … Read more
Fundamental Rights Discrimination not on grounds only of Art 15: religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth Art 16: religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, residence Reservation First Backward Classes Commission: 1953, Kaka Kalelkar Second BCC: 1979, B P Mandal (by Morarji Desai govt) ARTICLE 340 Reasonable Restrictions Speech and Expression: Sovereignty and … Read more