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Demographic Profile of the STs There are 32 tribes (2011) in Jharkhand of which Santhals are most numerous accounting for one third of the total tribal Population followed by Oraon, Munda and Ho contributing more than 10% to the total tribal population. Other tribes such as Kharwar, Lohra, Bhumij and Kharia have a share … Read more
Canadian Pacific Railway The Canadian Pacific Railway company was incorporated in 1881. Its original purpose was the construction of a transcontinental railway, a promise to British Columbia upon its entry into Confederation. The railway — completed in 1885 — connected Eastern Canada to BC and played an important role in the development of the nation. … Read more
Gondwana kingdom Gondwana Kingdom was the ruling kingdom in Gondwana region of India. The Gondwana region includes core region of eastern part of the Vidarbha of Maharashtra, the parts of Madhya Pradesh immediately to the north of it, and parts of the west of Chhattisgarh. The first historically recorded Gond kingdoms came up in central … Read more
Introduction to Continents and Ocean Basins Continents and ocean basins being fundamental relief features of the globe are considered as ‘relief features of the first order’. It is, therefore, desirable to inquire into their mode of possible origin and evolution. Different views, concepts, hypotheses and theories regarding the origin of the continents and … Read more
One of the basic tenets of our Foreign Policy has been non-alignment. As an element of foreign policy non-alignment m e a n s i n d e p e n d e n t o f b l o c s , peaceful coexistence, global peace, disarmament, struggle against all manifestations of injustices … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics on post-independence poverty estimation: Methods of poverty estimation Data sources for poverty estimation Challenges in poverty estimation Trends in poverty Determinants of poverty Policies to reduce poverty Impact of policies on poverty Future of poverty estimation Methods of poverty estimation There are a number of different methods that can … Read more
The Dance of the Monsoon Winds: A Global Phenomenon Shaping Climates and Cultures The monsoon, a seasonal shift in wind patterns, is a powerful force that shapes the lives of billions of people across the globe. From the lush landscapes of South Asia to the arid deserts of Australia, the monsoon’s influence is felt in … Read more
The International Criminal Court: A Court of Last Resort in a World of Impunity The International Criminal Court (ICC) stands as a beacon of hope in a world marred by atrocities. Established in 2002, the ICC represents a groundbreaking attempt to hold individuals accountable for the most heinous crimes, serving as a court of last … Read more
William Hawkins: A Forgotten Figure in the Early English East India Company William Hawkins, a name often overshadowed by the more prominent figures of the early English East India Company, played a crucial role in shaping the company’s initial ventures in the East. His voyage to the Mughal court in 1608, though ultimately unsuccessful in … Read more