Notes and Study material for Exams
The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS): A Global Effort to Protect Migratory Wildlife The world’s wildlife faces numerous threats, from habitat loss and climate change to poaching and pollution. These challenges are particularly acute for migratory species, which traverse vast distances, often crossing international borders, making them vulnerable to … Read more
Piggery Pig farming is the raising and breeding of domestic pigs as Livestock, and is a branch of Animal Husbandry. Pigs are farmed principally for food (e.g. pork, bacon, gammon) or sometimes skinned. Breeds of pigs The indigenous pig has been the basis used for pig production for a long period of time. … 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
Social reform measures by British Government (1828 to 1857) Hinduism in particular had become a compound of magic, animism, and superstitions. The abominable rites like animal sacrifice and physical torture had replaced the worship of God. The priests exercised an overwhelming and unhealthy influence on the mind of people. The faithful lived in … Read more
Each organism is different from other organisms. The total number of species living on the planet is imprecisely known and published estimates vary from 12 million to over 100 million. This is because there are large numbers of species yet undiscovered and undescribed, and there is not always agreement on whether certain organisms should … Read more
Rajaram Mohan Roy :-Laid Stress on the study of English & established the Hindu College in Calcutta alongwith David Hare. Maharishi Devendranath Tagore :-The grandfather of Rabindranath Tagore. He inspired a number of thinkers like Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar & Akshay Kumar Datta who became Brahmo Samaj members. He din’t perform his fathers antyeshti samskara as it … Read more
The Evolution of Zoological Parks: From Curiosity Cabinets to Conservation Champions Zoological parks, often simply referred to as zoos, have a long and fascinating history, evolving from places of curiosity and entertainment to modern institutions playing a crucial role in conservation and education. This article delves into the evolution of zoos, exploring their changing roles, … Read more
Rajasthan ranks second only to Jharkhand in the availability of Minerals and is blessed with 79 different minerals. Rajasthan has a monopoly in Non-Metallic Minerals ,while Rajasthan is not so rich in metallic minerals but the quality of metallic minerals available in the state is high. Iron Although Rajasthan is not rich in … Read more
Man-animal conflicts are common in various parts of the country. Incidents of man-animal conflict are reported from States/Union Territories of the country. In India, wild elephants probably kill far more people than tiger, leopard or lion. But, surprisingly, human conflict involving leopard draws great amount of public attention compared to other animals. Other carnivores – tigers, … Read more
Saving Asia’s Vultures From Extinction: A Race Against Time Introduction The majestic vultures of Asia, once a common sight soaring high above the skies, are now teetering on the brink of extinction. Their populations have plummeted by an alarming 99% in the last few decades, leaving a gaping hole in the ecosystem and raising serious … Read more