Hulivesha

Hulivesha: A Vibrant Expression of Faith and Cultural Identity in Karnataka Introduction Hulivesha, a vibrant and captivating folk tradition practiced in the coastal regions of Karnataka, India, is more than just a performance; it’s a powerful expression of faith, cultural identity, and social commentary. This article delves into the rich history, rituals, symbolism, and socio-cultural … Read more

Introduction to Disasters: Concepts, definitions, disaster classifications including natural and man-made disasters.

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

Preparation and properties of commonly used dyes

Preparation and properties of commonly used dyes Dye, substance used to impart colour to textiles, paper, leather, and other materials such that the colouring is not readily altered by washing, heat, Light, or other factors to which the material is likely to be exposed. Dyes differ from pigments, which are finely ground solids dispersed in … Read more

Biodiversity

The Tapestry of Life: Understanding Biodiversity and Its Importance Biodiversity, the intricate web of life on Earth, is a concept that encompasses the vast array of living organisms, their genetic diversity, and the ecosystems they inhabit. It is a measure of the richness and variety of life, from the smallest microbes to the largest whales, … Read more

SAMADHAN Scheme

On 26 January 2013, the Uttarakhand government had launched a portal for online registration of people’s complaints and their quick redressal. Launching the portal called “Samadhan” (solution), the thenUttarakhand Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna described it as a step towards transparency. The CM assured the people that he will personally monitor the the functioning of the … Read more

UNESCO’S List World Heritage Sites in India

India’s Timeless Treasures: A Journey Through UNESCO World Heritage Sites India, a land steeped in ancient history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, boasts a rich tapestry of heritage sites that have earned their place on UNESCO’s prestigious World Heritage List. These sites, recognized for their outstanding universal value, offer a glimpse into the country’s … Read more

Indian forest policy

Indian forest policy Historically our communities have always lived in harmony with nature, and participation of community in protection and management of common property Resources has been a tradition. The British introduced scientific management of forests through a centralised approach to forest management and development. The first formal government approach to Forestry can be traced … Read more

LPG Reforms

The following are the subtopics of LPG Reforms: Pricing Reforms: These reforms aim to make the prices of petroleum products more market-based. This will help to reduce subsidies and improve efficiency in the oil and gas sector. Distribution Reforms: These reforms aim to improve the efficiency of the petroleum products distribution system. This will help … Read more

Volcanoes

    Volcano is a  place on the earth’s surface (or any other planet) where molten rock and gases are erupted. or  hill or mountain built up by the eruption of molten rock.Volcanic eruptions are caused by magma (a mixture of liquid rock, crystals, and dissolved gas) expelled onto the Earth’s surface. Basaltic magmas tend … Read more

Rubbers (polyisoprene and polybutadiene)

Rubbers There are many different kinds of rubber, but they all fall into two broad types: natural rubber (latex—grown from Plants) and synthetic rubber (made artificially in a chemical plant or laboratory). Commercially, the most important synthetic rubbers are styrene butadiene (SBR), polyacrylics, and polyvinyl acetate (PVA); other kinds include Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polychloroprene (better … Read more