Energy
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
The Complexities of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh: A Journey Through History, Politics, and Culture Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh, nestled in the majestic Himalayas, are regions steeped in history, culture, and political complexities. This article delves into the intricate tapestry of these regions, exploring their unique identities, historical significance, and the ongoing political … Read more
Clean Development mechanism
The Clean Development Mechanism: A Bridge to a Sustainable Future? The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) is a unique instrument within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) that aims to promote sustainable development while mitigating climate change. Established under the Kyoto Protocol, the CDM allows developed countries to invest in emission reduction projects … Read more
Indian planning since 1951: Objective and Achievements.
First Plan (1951 – 56) Target Growth : 2.1 % Actual Growth 3.6 % It was based on Harrod-Domar Model. Influx of refugees, severe food shortage & mounting Inflation confronted the country at the onset of the First Five Year Plan. The Plan Focussed on agriculture, price stability, power and transport It was a successful … Read more
International Booster- Azerbaijan Armenia conflict
Azerbaijan Armenia conflict The Caucasus is a strategically important mountainous region in south-east Europe. For centuries, different powers in the region – both Christian and Muslim – have vied for control there. Modern-day Armenia and Azerbaijan became part of the Soviet Union when it formed in the 1920s. Nagorno-Karabakh was an ethnic-majority Armenian region, but … Read more
Impact Of Solid Waste; Recycling And Reuse
Impact of Solid Waste; Recycling and Reuse Health AND ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS An effective Solid Waste Management system is necessary to avoid public health disasters, spread of disease by insects and vectors and adverse effect on water and air. Solid waste workers are the most exposed to the risks of parasitic infections and accidents, … Read more
International Cooperation and Current Developments
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
Electric Power Plant
Electric power plant Electricity is produced at a an electric power plant. Some fuel source, such as coal, oil, natural gas, or Nuclear Energy produces heat. The heat is used to boil water to create steam. The steam under high pressure is used to spin a turbine. The spinning turbine interacts with a … Read more
Environment protection laws, Policies and regulatory framework
The Environment Protection Act is an important legislation that provides for coordination of activities of the various regulatory agencies, creation of authorities with adequate powers for environmental protection, regulation of the discharge of environmental pollutants, handling of hazardous substances, etc. The Act provided an opportunity to extend legal protection to non-forest habitats (‘Ecologically Sensitive Areas’) … Read more
Distribution of key natural resources
NATURAL Resources OF INDIA What are Natural Resources ? Natural resources are useful raw materials that we get from the Earth. They occur naturally, which means that humans cannot make natural resources. Instead, we use and modify natural resources in ways that are beneficial to us. The materials used in human-made objects are natural resources. Some … Read more