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The Constitution of India is the supreme law of India. It is a living document, an instrument which makes the government system work. It lays down the framework defining fundamental political principles, establishes the structure, procedures, powers and duties of government institutions and sets out Fundamental Rights, directive principles and the duties of citizens. It is … Read more
Government of India is committed to the goal of ‘Health for All’ The obligation of the Government to ensure the highest possible health status of India’s Population and access to quality health care has been recognized by a number of key policy documents.Health care system supplement in improving the health of individuals, particularly those belonging … Read more
Comparison of the Indian Constitution with that of other countries Salient Features of Indian Constitution The bulkiest constitution of the world The Indian constitution is one of the bulkiest constitution of the world, comprising of 395 articles, 22 parts and 12 schedules. So far the constitution underwent 100 amendments. Rigidity and flexibility The … Read more
Disaster Management in India: A Comprehensive Overview India, a land of diverse landscapes and vast population, is highly vulnerable to a wide range of natural disasters. From devastating earthquakes and floods to cyclones and droughts, the country faces a constant threat to its people, infrastructure, and economy. Recognizing the gravity of this situation, India has … Read more
POST INDEPENDENT ERA The era after India’s independence from colonial rule starts with its partition into two halves – India and Pakistan. Lord Mountbatten became the first Governor General of free India and M.A. Jinnah that of Pakistan. The transition was violent, with blood curling massacres all over the country, ample proof to the historic … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> is a place where blood is collected from donors, typed, separated into components, stored, and prepared for transfusion to recipients. A blood bank may be a separate free-standing facility or part of a larger laboratory in a hospital. Separation of blood Typically, each donated unit of … Read more
Disaster Management History shows that India is exposed to national disasters. INFRASTRUCTURE; and other efforts to make the community more resilient to a catastrophic event. Preparedness Preparedness focuses on understanding how a disaster might impact the community and how education, outreach and training can build capacity to respond to and recover from a disaster. This … Read more
Disaster manangement: some case studies Aspects of Disaster Management Disaster Prevention Disaster Prevention is the concept of engaging in activities which intend to prevent or avoid potential adverse impacts through action taken in advance, activities designed to provide protection from the occurance of disasters. Disaster Preparedness Disaster preparedness activities embedded with risk reduction … Read more
Man-Made Disasters: Understanding Human-Caused Catastrophes The world is constantly evolving, with advancements in technology and human ingenuity shaping our lives. However, this progress often comes with unintended consequences, leading to catastrophic events that are entirely human-made. These disasters, stemming from negligence, recklessness, or deliberate acts, pose significant threats to human life, infrastructure, and the environment. … Read more
The Backbone of Disaster Resilience: Understanding District Disaster Management Authorities The world is increasingly vulnerable to natural disasters, with climate change exacerbating the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. In this context, effective disaster management is no longer a luxury but a necessity. At the forefront of this crucial endeavor are District Disaster Management … Read more