Notes and Study material for Exams
The Shifting Sands of British Rule: A Look at Different Policies in India The British East India Company’s arrival in India in the 17th century marked the beginning of a long and complex chapter in Indian history. Over the next two centuries, the Company’s influence grew, culminating in the establishment of British rule in 1857. … Read more
The International Monetary System: A Journey Through Time and Challenges The global economy operates on a complex web of interconnected systems, with the International Monetary System (IMS) serving as its crucial backbone. This intricate framework governs the exchange of currencies, facilitates international trade and investment, and promotes global economic stability. Understanding the evolution, structure, and … Read more
The Unfulfilled Promise: A Deep Dive into the Reasons for Failure of Land Reforms Land reforms, aimed at redistributing land ownership and fostering equitable access to resources, have been a cornerstone of development strategies in many countries. However, despite their noble intentions, land reforms have often fallen short of their goals, leaving a legacy of … Read more
FDI and INFRASTRUCTURE-development/”>Infrastructure Development One of the many areas in which
The leading economists of the country differ in their opinion about the socioeconomic and ecological consequences of the policy of liberalisation.INFRASTRUCTURE by the Indian and foreign investors have generated great employment opportunities for the professionals, and skilled and unskilled workers. 5. Development of Infrastructure: Prior to the liberalisation, the infrastructure (roads and electricity) were in … Read more
The Abolition of the Intermediaries: A Revolution in Land Ownership and Social Justice The Zamindari system, a legacy of British colonial rule in India, was a complex and exploitative land tenure system that dominated the agrarian landscape for centuries. It created a class of absentee landlords, known as Zamindars, who held vast tracts of land … Read more
Peasant, Women, Tribal and Workers Movements Peasant Movement: Peasant movements or agrarian struggles have taken place from pre-colonial days. The movements in the period between 1858 and 1914 tended to remain localised, disjointed and confined to particular grievances. Well-known are the Bengal revolt of 1859-62 against the indigo plantation system and the ‘Deccan riots’ of … Read more
Elements of Climate and weather Climate is decided by a region’s climate system. A climate system has few major components: the Atmosphere, the layer, the cryosphere, and the land surface. The atmosphere is that the most variable a part of the climate system. The composition and movement of gases encompassing the planet will change … Read more
Depletion of Ground Water and its conservation in Telangana– Mission Kakatiya The Telangana State, where groundwater availability has always been a challenge, had not seen a worse situation in terms of water levels as early as March 2016, during the past one decade. If Hyderabad is excluded, for which data is available only since 2005, … Read more
The Shadow of Progress: Understanding Industrial Disasters The relentless march of progress, driven by technological innovation and industrial expansion, has undeniably brought about remarkable advancements in human civilization. However, this pursuit of progress often casts a shadow, one marked by the potential for catastrophic industrial disasters. These events, often characterized by significant loss of life, … Read more