Notes and Study material for Exams
Rajasthan is noted for its National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. There are three national parks viz. the Keoladeo National Park of Bharatpur, Ranthambore National Park of Sawai Madhopur, and Mukundara Hills National Park of Kota. Ranthambore National Park and Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary are both known worldwide for their tiger Population and considered by both … Read more
1.The Marathas were Scindia (Gwalior), Holkar (Indore), Gaekwar (Baroda), Bhonsle (Nagpur). 2.Sawai Jai Singh of Amer (Jaipur) had Euclid’s ‘Elements of Geometry) & several works on Trigonometry were translated into Sanskrit. Banda Bairagi was baptised as Banda Singh Bahadur by Guru Gobind Singh. 3.Alfonso d’ Albuquerque came to India as The Portuguese … Read more
I wish for a peaceful term of India. I cannot forget that in the sky of India , Lord Canning serene as it is, a small cloud may arise ………..threaten to burst & overwhelm. ‘a battle of blacks against the whites’ (on 1857 revolt) J.W. Kaye The … Read more
Yakshagana. Qutb Shahi literature is a rich and diverse body of literature that was written in a variety of languages, including Telugu, Persian, and Urdu. Qutb Shahi literature is characterized by its use of beautiful imagery, its lyrical style, and its deep philosophical insights. Some of the most famous examples of Qutb Shahi literature include … Read more
Biosphere is a part of the earth where life can exist. represents a highly integrated and interacting zone comprising of Atmosphere (air), hydrosphere (water) and lithosphere (land) Life in the biosphere is abundant between 200 metres (660 feet) below the surface of the ocean and about 6,000 metres (20,000 feet) above sea level. absent at … Read more
ECOLOGY is defined “as a scientific study of the relationship of the living organisms with each other and with their Environment.” The classical texts of the Vedic period such as the Vedas, the Samhitas, the Brahmanas and the Aranyakas–Upanishads contain many references to ecological concepts .The Indian treatise on medicine, the Caraka- Samhita … Read more
Warli painting Warli painting is a traditional form of tribal art from the Warli people of Maharashtra, India. The paintings are created using simple geometric shapes and lines to depict scenes from everyday life, such as hunting, farming, and religious ceremonies. Warli paintings are often used to decorate homes and temples, and they are also … Read more
Understanding Cyclones: Nature’s Fury Unleashed Cyclones, also known as hurricanes, typhoons, or tropical cyclones, are among the most powerful and destructive forces of nature. These swirling storms, characterized by intense winds, torrential rain, and storm surges, can devastate entire regions, leaving behind a trail of destruction and human suffering. Understanding the nature of cyclones is … Read more
Fibrous Root System Adventitious Roots Root Hairs Lateral Roots Adventitious Roots The defining feature of fibrous root systems is that they primarily consist of adventitious roots. These roots emerge from the base of the stem rather than developing from the primary root of the germinating seed. Adventitious roots in fibrous systems contribute to the dense, … Read more
