Notes and Study material for Exams
Dedication: Definition Dedication suggests voluntary commitment rather than rigidity. Dedication is calm and measured. There is no element of harshness or punishment in dedication. If discipline is the stick, then dedication is a voluntary willingness and desire to reach for the carrot without the threat of that stick. Dedication implies a level … Read more
Biodiversity with its sustainable use. They are internationally recognized, nominated by national governments and remain under sovereign jurisdiction of the states where they are located”. In 1971, UNESCO launched a global programme to formalize the scientific interaction between man and his natural environment. This programme is called the Man and the Biosphere … Read more
Topological & Non-Topological Conservation Conservation – shape and structure of networks of interacting organisms in ecological systems In-situ conservation Protect whole ecosystem at all levels to protect threatened species (save entire forest to save tiger) Hot Spots – High endemism & high Species richness (in India – Western Ghats (Agasthyamalai hills, … Read more
Disaster manangement: some case studies Aspects of Disaster Management Disaster Prevention Disaster Prevention is the concept of engaging in activities which intend to prevent or avoid potential adverse impacts through action taken in advance, activities designed to provide protection from the occurance of disasters. Disaster Preparedness Disaster preparedness activities embedded with risk reduction … Read more
vocational and technical Education in india Technical and Vocational Education plays a vital role in Human resource development of the country by creating skilled manpower, enhancing industrial productivity and improving the Quality Of Life. The term Technical Education and Vocational Training are sometimes used synonymously. However, as per present practice, the term TE … Read more
National Educational Research and Training Council The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is an autonomous organisation of the Government of India which was established on 1 September 1961 as a literary, scientific and charitable Society under the Societies’ Registration Act (Act XXI of 1860). Its headquarters are located at Sri … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE, and inadequate funding. Gender inequality: In some parts of the world, girls and Women are not given the same opportunities to education as boys and men. This can be due to a number of factors, such as cultural norms, religious beliefs, and economic constraints. Conflict and violence: Conflict and violence can disrupt … Read more
Gender Equality Gender equality describes the absence of obvious or hidden disparities among individuals based on gender. Disparities can include the discrimination in terms of opportunities, Resources, Services, benefits, decision-making power and influence. It is important to note that Gender is a social construct which is based on social roles, not sexual differences … Read more
Emergence of India as Educational Force The Indian higher Education system has undergone rapid expansion. In less than 20 years, the country has created additional capacity for a mammoth 40 million students. While the scale of this expansion is remarkable in itself, what sets it apart from earlier decades of equally aggressive expansion … Read more