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Indian Agriculture
Mainstay of Indian economy Since independence, undergone a change from being the sector contributing the highest share to the GDP to one contributing the lowest share. agriculture is a state subject. GDP contribution (Agriculture and allied sector) 5 pc in 1950-51 7 pc in 2008-09 and 14.6 pc in 2009-10. It was 19 pc in … Read more
Rain-fed Crops
Rain-fed Agriculture: A Vital Lifeline in a Changing Climate Rain-fed agriculture, the practice of cultivating crops solely reliant on rainfall for water, sustains a significant portion of the global population. It plays a crucial role in food security, particularly in developing countries where access to irrigation is limited. However, this system faces increasing challenges due … Read more
Relay Intercropping
Relay Intercropping: A Symphony of Growth for Sustainable Agriculture The world’s population is growing, and with it, the demand for food. Traditional monoculture farming practices, while efficient in the short term, are facing increasing pressure to meet this demand sustainably. Enter relay intercropping, a promising agricultural technique that offers a harmonious blend of ecological benefits … Read more
Green Revolution and its impact on major crops of India
The Green Revolution was initiated in the 1960’s to address the issue of Malnutrition in the developing world. The technology of the Green Revolution involved bio-engineered seeds that worked in Conjunction with chemical Fertilizers and heavy Irrigation to increase crop yields. Green Revolution was largely confined in wheat crop and in northern India such … Read more
Important Amendments of Indian Constitution
Important Amendments of Indian Constitution 24th amendment of Indian constitution ARTICLE 368 in Part XX of the Constitution deals with the powers of the Parliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure. The Parliament may in the exercise of its constituent power amend by way of addition, variation or repeal any provision of the Constitution in … Read more
Plantation Crops
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