Sikkim : Schemes and Projects

Sikkim : Schemes and Projects Various schemes have been implemented in the State for the Growth and development. In order to provide Inclusive Growth and provide equal benefits and opportunities to all the people, schemes have been launched. Various schemes are as Chief Ministers Start Up Scheme In order to develop Entrepreneurship to young minds … Read more

West Bengal human development index

West Bengal Human Development index India’s sixth largest economy is West Bengal which recorded a gross state domestic product (GSDP) of US$ 132.86 billion in 2014-15. Further, it’s the 2ndmost densely populated state within the country, and is home to one of the most important domestic consumer markets. West Bengal GSDP expanded at a compound … Read more

West Bengal: Food Security

West Bengal: Food Security Income difference causes structural issues that may cause hindrance in economic process, food security, POVERTY and social unrest. Therefore, the pattern of income distribution could be a matter of the concern to the economists for an extended time. Difference in income distribution compels to measure in poverty for a considerable portion … Read more

West Bengal: Government Schemes and Projects

West Bengal: Government Schemes and Projects West Bengal is located in the eastern part of India. It is bounded on its north by Bhutan and the state of Sikkim, on its east by Bangladesh, on its northeast by the state of Assam, on its south by the Bay of Bengal, on its southwest by the state of Odisha, … Read more

An Introduction to West Bengal Economy

An Introduction to West Bengal  economy:- West Bengal is situated in eastern India and Shares its borders with Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, Sikkim and Assam. The state also shares international borders with Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal. The Bay of Bengal is in the south of the state. Steady Growth along with Fiscal Consolidation has been the … Read more

Migration of Meghalaya

Migration of Meghalaya Migration is a common phenomenon in developing country like India as well as the state of Meghalaya. North-East India has experienced two massive immigration waves in historical period of time. At the time of independence of India and formation of Bangladesh, Meghalaya also has experienced a significant proportion of immigration from Bangladesh. … Read more

Agriculture in Meghalaya

agriculture in Meghalaya Meghalaya is basically an agricultural state with about 80% of its Population depending entirely on agriculture for their livelihood. Nearly 10% of the geographical area of Meghalaya is under cultivation. Agriculture in the state is characterised by limited use of modern techniques, low yields and low productivity. As a result, despite the … Read more

Natural hazards and related issues of Meghalaya

Natural hazards and related issues of Meghalaya As the State lies in the seismically active zone, special emphasis should be given to reduce the impacts of earthquake. Moreover, it is also affected by hazards such as floods, flash floods, epidemics, fire, hailstorm, lightening, road accidents, etc. Earthquake The State of Meghalaya has witnessed seismic events … Read more

Meghalaya Food Security

  Meghalaya Food  Security Tucked away in the hills of eastern sub-Himalayas is Meghalaya, one of the most beautiful State in the country. Nature has blessed her with abundant rainfall, sun-shine, virgin forests, high plateaus, tumbling waterfalls, crystal clear rivers, meandering streamlets etc. Emergence of Meghalaya as an Autonomous State on 2nd April 1970 and … Read more