Notes and Study material for Exams
The principal function of planning, especially in a federal system, is to evolve a shared vision of and commitment to the national objectives and development strategy not only in the government at all levels, but also among all other economic agents. NITI Aayog acts as the quintessential platform of the Government of India to bring … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Industrial revolution AND THE EMERGENCE OF CAPITALISM The Industrial Revolution refers to the greatly increased output of machine-made goods that began in England during the 18th century. Before the Industrial Revolution, people wove textiles by hand. Beginning in the middle 1700s, machines did this and … Read more
Riding the Waves: Understanding Bear and Bull Markets The stock market, a complex ecosystem of buying and selling, is often compared to the unpredictable nature of the wild. Just as a herd of bulls charges forward with unyielding force, and a bear retreats into hibernation during harsh winters, the market experiences periods of growth and … Read more
Environmental Effects of Irrigation Irrigation is the artificial application of water to land to assist in the growing of crops. It is one of the most important agricultural practices, and it has been used for centuries to increase crop yields. However, irrigation can also have a number of negative environmental effects. Water Resource Depletion Groundwater … Read more
Unveiling the Economic Engine: A Deep Dive into GVA at Market Prices Gross Value Added (GVA) at market prices is a fundamental metric in economics, providing a comprehensive picture of an economy’s output and its contribution to national income. It measures the value of goods and services produced by an industry or sector, taking into … Read more
International Cooperation: A Vital Force in a Globalized World The world today is more interconnected than ever before. Global challenges like climate change, pandemics, and economic instability transcend national borders, demanding collective action and cooperation. International cooperation, therefore, is not just a diplomatic nicety but a crucial necessity for addressing these complex issues and ensuring … Read more
India’s relation with United States of America, Russia, China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Maldives and Middle East Countries. ’s relation with United States of America Political Relations: The frequency of high-level visits and exchanges between and the U.S. has gone up significantly of late. Prime Minister Modi visited the U.S. on 26-30 September … Read more
JOB CREATION As outlined in the NITI Aayog’s Action Agenda, India suffers more from the problem of underemployment (i.e. low-productivity, low-wage jobs) than Unemployment as for example: In 2011-12, agriculture engaged nearly 50% of the workforce but contributed 15% to GDP In 2010-11, within manufacturing, small firms employed 72% but output was only … Read more
Charities The practice of charity means the voluntary giving of help to those in need, as a humanitarian act. There are instances in India, of great men, who gave their all to the cause of charity. One such man was Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das, the great political leader and a renowned barrister. He donated … Read more
The National Horticulture Mission: A Catalyst for India’s Horticultural Revolution Introduction India, with its diverse agro-climatic zones and rich biodiversity, possesses immense potential for horticulture. The sector plays a pivotal role in the country’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, income generation, and food security. Recognizing the importance of horticulture, the Government of India launched the … Read more