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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel handled effectively the integration of the princely states with his diplomatic skills and foresightedness. The problem of amalgamating 562 independent states with a democratic self-governing India was difficult and delicate. But it was essential to save India from balkanization, once the Paramountcy of British crown would lapse. … Read more
Navigating the Labyrinth: A Comprehensive Guide to ADR Case Management Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has become an indispensable tool in modern legal practice, offering a more efficient and cost-effective approach to resolving disputes compared to traditional litigation. This article delves into the intricacies of ADR case management, providing a comprehensive guide for legal professionals and … Read more
The Enduring Legacy of Plantation Crops: A Global Perspective Plantation crops, a term encompassing a diverse range of agricultural commodities grown on large-scale estates, have played a pivotal role in shaping global economies, societies, and landscapes for centuries. From the sugar plantations of the Caribbean to the tea gardens of India, these monocultures have left … Read more
Soil Pollution is the Contamination of the soil by human and natural activities which may cause harmful effects on living beings. This may be due to the following factors. (i) Industrial wastes: Industries are the major causes for soil pollution Textiles, steel, paper, Cement, oil, dyeing and other industries are responsible for soil pollution. Toxic … Read more
Education has been accepted as one major agency of socialization, and teachers and educational institutions as socializing agents. In describing education as an instrument of Social Change, three things are important: the agents of change, the content of change, and the social background of those who are sought to be changed, i.e. students. Educational institutions … Read more
Farming Systems and sustainability Nature is dynamic. It causes inheritable changes in all living organisms. For thousands of years, farmer around the world have been selecting and conserving varieties of different crop Plants that they cultivated. This process has generated a rich wealth of varieties in each crop plant, seen to be most … Read more
The Human genome project was a large, international and multi-institutional effort that took 13 years from 1999 and $2.7 billion to produce a blueprint of the sequence of genes and space between genes that make up a typical human genome. Following were the observation of HGP (read)- 99% of the total human DNA is junk … Read more
The Industrial Policy Resolutions of 1985 and 1986: A Catalyst for India’s Economic Transformation The Industrial Policy Resolutions (IPRs) of 1985 and 1986 marked a pivotal moment in India’s economic history. These resolutions, spearheaded by the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, aimed to revitalize the Indian economy by embracing a more liberal and market-oriented approach. … Read more
Government Bonds: A Safe Haven in a Stormy Sea Government bonds, often referred to as “gilts” in the UK and “Treasuries” in the US, are debt securities issued by national governments to finance their operations and projects. They represent a promise by the government to repay the principal amount borrowed, along with interest payments, at … Read more