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Importance of Science & Technology as an engine for national development- Industrial development & Urbanization Professor Freeman J. Dyson, of Institute of Advanced Studies, Princeton, in his book “Infinite in all Directions,” had this to say about Technology: “Technology is a gift of God. After the gift of Life, it is perhaps the … Read more
Delving into the Microcosm: A Comprehensive Guide to Microeconomics Microeconomics, a fundamental branch of economics, focuses on the behavior of individual economic units, such as consumers, firms, and industries. It provides a framework for understanding how these units make decisions in the face of scarcity, how they interact with each other in markets, and how … Read more
The Golden Revolution: A Quest for Sustainable and Equitable Food Security The term “Golden Revolution” has emerged in recent years to describe a global movement aimed at transforming the agricultural landscape. It goes beyond the traditional focus on increased production and seeks to achieve sustainable and equitable food security for all. This revolution encompasses a … Read more
Industrial Policy of himachal pradesh In order to turn the educated youth from job seekers to job creator and in order to give support to the ‘Startup’ and ‘innovative projects’ in the state and to provide skills to the youth and potential investors to develop Entrepreneurship “Chief Minister’s Startup/Innovation Projects/New Industries Scheme” has been formulated. … Read more
Development Of Industries:- Industrial Development in India during the British Rule:- Subject Matter of Industrial Development Early Efforts of Industrialization Industries in the Inter-War Period (1919-38) Industries during 1939-47 Reasons for Low Industrial Development in India. Subject Matter of Industrial Development: Underdeveloped countries are greatly handicapped by shortage of capital for Industry and enterprise. … Read more
The Indian Government had undertaken Industrial Policy reforms since 1980, but the most radical reforms have occurred since 1991, after the severe economic crisis in fiscal year 1990-91. These reforms mainly aimed at enhancing the efficiency and international competitiveness in Liberalization would boost the entrepreneurial skills in the economy. 4.Pruning/de reservatioin of Industries for the … Read more
Biotechnology and its Applications Biotechnology is defined as the industrial application of living organisms and their biological processes such as biochemistry, Microbiology, and Genetic engineering, in order to make best use of the Microorganisms for the benefit of mankind. Modern biotechnology provides breakthrough products and technologies to combat debilitating and rare diseases, reduce our environmental … Read more
EMPLOYMENT As per Employment-Unemployment Survey (by NSSO) of 2011-12 (latest available), total workforce employed stands at 47.36 crore; with 23.16 crore in agriculture and 24.2 crore in Industry and Services According to the fifth Annual Employment-Unemployment Survey (EUS) conducted between April and December 2015, 83% of the workers in India were self-employed, casual or contract … Read more
The Industrial Policy Resolution, 1948: A Blueprint for India’s Industrial Development The Industrial Policy Resolution (IPR) of 1948 stands as a landmark document in the history of independent India. It laid the foundation for the country’s industrial development, shaping its economic trajectory for decades to come. This resolution, adopted by the Constituent Assembly on April … Read more
ENVIRONMENT POLLUTION defined as ‘an addition or excessive addition of certain materials to the physical environment (water, air and lands), making it less fit or unfit for life’. Pollutants are the materials or factors, which cause adverse effect on the natural quality of any component of the environment. Classifications 1. According to the form in … Read more