Notes and Study material for Exams
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
The Dance of Sun, Moon, and Earth: Unveiling the Secrets of Spring Tides The ocean, a vast and ever-changing entity, pulsates with a rhythm dictated by celestial forces. Its tides, the rhythmic rise and fall of water levels, are a mesmerizing dance orchestrated by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun. But there … Read more
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
Medicinal and aromatic Plants Medicinal And Aromatic Plants constitute a major segment of the Flora, which provides raw materials for use in the pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and drug industries. The indigenous systems of medicines, developed in India for centuries, make use of many medicinal herbs. These systems include Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and many other indigenous practices. … Read more
Land Resources: In terms of area India ranks seventh in the world with a total area of 32, 87.263 sq. km. (32.87 crore hectare). It accounts for 2.42% of total area of the world. In absolute terms India is really a big country. However, land man ratio is not favourable because of the huge Population … Read more
A tsunami is a very long-wavelength wave of water that is generated by sudden displacement of the seafloor or disruption of any body of standing water. Tsunami are sometimes called “seismic sea waves“, although they can be generated by mechanisms other than Earthquakes. Tsunami have also been called “tidal waves”, but this … Read more
Ghulamgiri (challenged superiority of Brahmins) Jyotiba Phule Tuhfat-ul-Muwahhidin (Gift to Monotheists in Persian) Raja Rammohun Roy Dharma Tritiya Ratna, Ishvara & Life of Shivaji Jyotiba Phule New Lamp for the Old (Series of Articles criticizing Congress) Aurobindo Ghosh Doctrine of Passive Resistance (Articles in Bande Mataram) Aurobindo … Read more
Prompt Corrective Action: A Vital Tool for Financial Stability The financial landscape is a complex and dynamic ecosystem, constantly evolving with new challenges and risks. To maintain stability and protect the interests of depositors, investors, and the overall economy, regulatory bodies employ a range of tools. One such tool, gaining increasing prominence, is Prompt Corrective … Read more
Himalayan Research Fellowships Scheme (HRFS): Fostering Research in the Fragile Himalayas The Himalayas, a majestic mountain range spanning across eight countries, are a vital ecosystem for millions of people. They are the source of major rivers, provide essential biodiversity, and offer unique cultural and spiritual significance. However, this fragile ecosystem faces numerous challenges, including climate … Read more
What is Artificial Intelligence? Artificial intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that deals with the creation of intelligent agents, which are systems that can reason, learn, and act autonomously. AI research has been highly successful in developing effective techniques for solving a wide range of problems, from game playing to medical diagnosis. How … Read more