Notes and Study material for Exams
Panchayati Raj of Rajasthan Panchayati Raj system has a three tier structure: (As per Census 2011) Total Districts: 33 Total Panchayat Samities: 295 Total Gram Panchayats: 9891 Average GP per District: 300 Average GP per PS: 34 Average PS per District: 9 Total Population: 6.86 Crores Rural Population: 5.15 Crores ‘The Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act, … Read more
Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY): Reclaiming Traditional Wisdom for Sustainable Farming Introduction: The world faces an unprecedented challenge in ensuring food security for a growing population while mitigating the environmental impacts of modern agriculture. Conventional farming practices, heavily reliant on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, have led to soil degradation, water pollution, and biodiversity loss. In … Read more
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA): Leveraging Knowledge for Rural Transformation Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, is also home to a significant rural population. The socio-economic development of these rural communities is crucial for the overall progress of the nation. Recognizing this, the Government of India launched the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) … Read more
The Shifting Sands of Power: A Global Perspective on Agrarian and Land Reforms The relationship between land, power, and society is a complex and enduring one. Throughout history, control over land has been a primary driver of social stratification, economic development, and political stability. Agrarian and land reforms, aimed at redistributing land ownership and access, … Read more
Advance INFRASTRUCTURE-in-rural-areas/”>Infrastructure in Rural Areas Good quality infrastructure is critical to sustainable Growth, especially for rural areas. As over 60 per cent of the Population lives in rural areas, with low levels of per capital income, there is need to impart greater attention in improving rural infrastructure. Currently the rural infrastructure is inadequate … Read more
Gandhian approach to rural development Gandhian approach to rural development may be labelled as ‘idealist’. It attaches supreme importance to moral values and gives primacy to moral values over material conditions. The Gandhians believe that the source of moral values in general lies in religion and Hindu scriptures like the Upanishads and the Gita, in … Read more
Panchayati Raj: Empowering Rural India Through Decentralized Governance Introduction: The Panchayati Raj system, a cornerstone of India’s democratic structure, represents a significant step towards decentralizing power and fostering participatory governance at the grassroots level. This system, enshrined in the Indian Constitution through the 73rd Amendment Act of 1992, aims to empower rural communities by giving … Read more
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY): Connecting Rural India Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, is also home to a vast rural population. For decades, rural India faced significant challenges in terms of connectivity, hindering economic growth and social development. Recognizing the critical need to bridge this gap, the Indian government … Read more
Major crops, holdings and Cropping patterns, Social and physical environmental impact on production and distribution of crops in Madhya Pradesh Major crops Kharif Crops The total area under Kharif crops in the state is 104 lakh ha. Among Kharif crops, soybean has been sown on over 58 lakh ha, against the target of 56.50 lakh … Read more
The Ashok Mehta Committee: A Catalyst for Defence Reforms in India The Ashok Mehta Committee, formally known as the Committee on Defence Management Reforms, was established in 1999 under the chairmanship of former Army Chief General (Retd.) Ashok Mehta. Its mandate was to comprehensively review India’s defence management system and recommend reforms to enhance its … Read more