Notes and Study material for Exams
Urban Indian economy after 1858 During this period, the Indian economy essentially remained stagnant, growing at the same rate (1.2%) as the Population. India also experienced deindustrialization during this period. Compared to the Mughal era, India during the British colonial era had a lower per-capita income, a large decline in the Secondary Sector, … Read more
Fermentation Which of the following is the most efficient type of respiration? (A) Aerobic respiration (B) Anaerobic respiration (C) Photosynthesis (D) Fermentation Which of the following is the process by which Plants use sunlight to create food? (A) Aerobic respiration (B) Anaerobic respiration (C) Photosynthesis (D) Fermentation Which of the following is the … Read more
The Guardians of Transparency: A Deep Dive into State Information Commissions in India India, a vibrant democracy, thrives on the principles of transparency and accountability. The Right to Information (RTI) Act of 2005, a landmark legislation, empowers citizens to access information held by public authorities, fostering a culture of openness and participation. However, the effectiveness … Read more
Food Processing, and Food Packaging & Marketing Food Processing Industry (FPI) in India is a sunrise sector that has gained prominence in the recent years. Easy availability of raw materials, changing lifestyles and favourable fiscal policies has given a considerable push to the industry’s Growth. FPI serves as a vital link between the agriculture and … Read more
Settlement can be defined as any form of human habitation which ranges from a single dwelling to large city. The word settlement has another connotation as well as this is a process of opening up and settling of a previously uninhabited area by the people. In geography this process is also known as occupancy. … Read more
1781: Hastings set up the Calcutta Madrasah for the study and teaching of Muslim law and related subjects 1791: Jonathan Duncan started a Sanskrit College at Varanasi for the study of Hindu law and philosophy. 1813: Charter of 1813 directed the Company to spend Rs. 1 lakh for promoting modern sciences in the country. This … Read more
A Journey Through Time: Exploring the Significance of Christian Festivals Christian festivals, woven into the fabric of history and faith, offer a rich tapestry of traditions, rituals, and celebrations. These events, rooted in biblical narratives and theological concepts, serve as powerful reminders of the core tenets of Christianity and provide opportunities for spiritual reflection, communal … Read more
Alfred Wegner was a German Meteorologist in the early 1900s who studied ancient climates. Like most people, the jigsaw puzzle appearance of the Atlantic continental margins caught his attention. He put together the evidence of ancient glaciations and the distribution of fossil to formulate a theory that the continents have moved over the … Read more
Navigating the Urban Landscape: Understanding the Difference Between Municipal Corporations and Municipalities The urban landscape is a complex tapestry woven with various administrative entities responsible for governing and managing our cities and towns. Among these, two prominent forms of local self-governance stand out: Municipal Corporations and Municipalities. While both entities share the common goal of … Read more