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Remedial measures for Soil erosion and Coastal erosion Soil erosion Using trees to control erosion Trees are often considered to be the universal answer to control soil erosion. Tree roots help prevent landslides on steep slopes and stream bank erosion but they don’t stop erosion on moderately sloping hillslopes. In forests, the soil surface is … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE. The hope was that the introduction of Bt Cotton would largely take care of the main pest problems and reduce the use of pesticides. The use of BT cotton in India has raised a lot of controversy even before its official introduction in India. It all began when Monsanto partnered up with an Indian … Read more
The House Price Index: A Guide to Understanding Housing Market Trends The housing market is a complex and dynamic ecosystem, constantly fluctuating with factors like interest rates, economic conditions, and demographic shifts. Understanding these fluctuations is crucial for both homeowners and potential buyers, and the House Price Index (HPI) serves as a vital tool for … Read more
Road sector Road transport is considered to be one of the most cost effective and preferred modes of transport, both for freight and passengers, keeping in view its level of penetration and last mile connectivity in populated areas. A good road Network is vital to the Economic Development and social integration of the country. It … Read more
National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM): Powering India’s Technical Textile Revolution Introduction India, with its vast population and burgeoning economy, is poised to become a global leader in the textile sector. However, the country’s dominance in traditional textiles has not translated into a similar dominance in the rapidly growing technical textiles market. Recognizing this gap, the … Read more
The Primary Market: Where New Securities Are Born The financial world is a complex ecosystem, with various players and mechanisms working in tandem to facilitate the flow of capital. At the heart of this system lies the primary market, the stage where new securities are first issued and sold to investors. This market plays a … Read more
Introduction and application of Genetic engineering Genetic engineering Genetic engineering, the artificial manipulation, modification, and recombination of DNA or other nucleic acid Molecules in order to modify an organism or Population of organisms. The term genetic engineering initially referred to various techniques used for the modification or manipulation of organisms through the processes … Read more
Pricing of public utilities and government policy Priority to public There are a number of principles which govern the pricing of public utility Services. There are public utilities like Education, sewage, roads, etc. which may be supplied free to the public and their costs should be covered through general Taxation. Dalton calls it the general … Read more
Case Study 9:- You are under training after clearing UPSC exam and came back to Old Rajinder Nagar to visit your friends. Your car is stranded in traffic near Jhandewalan. A poor girl looking very frail approaches you and start begging for Money. Out of compassion, you take out your wallet to search for a … Read more
Collective Investment Schemes (CIS): A Comprehensive Guide Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) are a popular investment vehicle that allows individuals to pool their money together to invest in a diversified portfolio of assets. This diversification helps to reduce risk and potentially enhance returns. This article will provide a comprehensive overview of CIS, exploring its key features, … Read more