Notes and Study material for Exams
Environment: Here is a list of subtopics related to the environment: Air quality Climate Change Deforestation Endangered species Environmental JusticeJustice Environmental protection Environmental sustainability Green energy Pollution Sustainable Development Water pollution Wildlife conservation The environment is the natural world that surrounds us. It includes the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we … Read more
Land Acquisition and Rehabilitation in India India is an agrarian economy with more than half of the Population living in rural areas and depending on agriculture for their income. However, since the economic INFRASTRUCTURE Sector as it is one of the key drivers responsible for India’s propelling economic Growth. Infrastructure Development in India has been … Read more
Combustion/Incineration Combustion is a chemical reaction that occurs between a fuel and an oxidizer, releasing heat and light. The most common type of combustion is the burning of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas. Combustion is also used in many industrial processes, such as the production of electricity and the manufacture of … Read more
ECOLOGY 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
KUSUM: Energizing Agriculture with Solar Power The Indian agricultural sector, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, faces a multitude of challenges. These include dependence on fossil fuels for irrigation, fluctuating electricity prices, and limited access to reliable power supply, particularly in rural areas. Recognizing the need for a sustainable and cost-effective solution, the Indian government … Read more
The Greenhouse Effect is a natural process that warms the Earth’s surface. When the Sun’s energy reaches the Earth’s Atmosphere, some of it is reflected back to space and the rest is absorbed and re-radiated by greenhouse gases. It is the process by which radiation from a planet’s atmosphere warms the planet’s surface to a … Read more
Unraveling the Tapestry of Environmental Issues: A Deep Dive into Miscellaneous Topics The environment, a complex and interconnected system, faces a multitude of challenges, many of which fall under the umbrella of “miscellaneous topics.” These issues, often overlooked or understudied, are crucial to understanding the intricate web of environmental problems and finding sustainable solutions. This … Read more
Ecosystem Eco-System-An ecosystem is defined as a structural and functional unit of Biosphere consisting of community of living beings and the physical Environment, both interacting and exchanging materials between them. It includes Plants, trees, animals, fish, birds, micro-organisms, water, Soil, and people. When an ecosystem is healthy (i.e. sustainable) it means that all the Elements … Read more
[su_posts template=”templates/list-loop.php” posts_per_page=”20″ post_type=”post,page” tax_term=”1337″ tax_operator=”0″ order=”desc” orderby=”modified”], The Environment is the natural world that surrounds us. It includes the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the land we live on. The environment is essential for our survival, and it is important to protect it. There are many environmental … Read more
India’s National Bio-Energy Mission: A Roadmap to Sustainable Energy Future Introduction India, with its vast population and rapidly growing energy demands, faces a critical challenge in balancing economic development with environmental sustainability. The country heavily relies on fossil fuels, contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. To address this, India has embarked on … Read more