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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
Ethics in administration: Status and problem The Historical Context India has witnessed a long history of unethical practices in the governance system. Kautilya’s Arthashastra mentions a variety of corrupt practices in which the administrators of those times indulged themselves. The Mughal Empire and the Indian princely rule were also afflicted with the corrupt … Read more
There are five stages in the chronology of the evolution of Public Administration as a discipline; these stages are theoretically driven as encapsulated below: Stage 1: politics administration dichotomy (1887-1926) Stage 2: principles of administration (1927-1937) Stage 3: era of challenge (1938-1947) Stage 4: crises of identity (1948-1970) Stage 5: public policy perspective (1971 … Read more
FAME India Scheme: Driving India’s Electric Mobility Transition Introduction India, with its burgeoning population and rapidly growing economy, faces a critical challenge: reducing its dependence on fossil fuels and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change. The transportation sector, a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, has become a focal point for environmental concerns. To … Read more
Organizations & Their Survey/Reports 1. World Economic & Social Survey U. N 2. World Investment Report UNCTAD 3. Global Competitiveness Report World Economic Forum 4. World Economic Outlook IMF 5. Business Competitive Index World Economic Forum 6. Green Index World Bank 7. Business Confidence Index NCAER 8. POVERTY Ratio Planning Commission 9. Economic Survey Ministry … Read more
The Silver Fiber Revolution: Redefining Age and Technology in the Digital Age The world is aging. By 2050, the number of people aged 60 and over will reach 2 billion, representing a significant demographic shift with profound implications for society, the economy, and technology. This demographic wave, often referred to as the “silver tsunami,” is … Read more
The Tropical Rainforest Region: A Symphony of Life and a Vital Ecosystem The tropical rainforest region, a vibrant tapestry of life woven across the globe, is a testament to the Earth’s incredible biodiversity. This unique ecosystem, characterized by its dense vegetation, high rainfall, and consistently warm temperatures, plays a crucial role in regulating global climate, … Read more
Biodiversity-Defination, types, importance, hotspots, threats and conservation The term biodiversity was coined as a contraction of biological diversity by E.O. Wilson in 1985. Biodiversity may be defined as the variety and variability of living organisms and the ecological complexes in which they exist. In other words, biodiversity is the occurrence of different types … Read more
Contract Farming Contract farming is an agreement between a farmer and a buyer, whereby the farmer agrees to grow a certain crop or LivestockLivestock product for the buyer, who agrees to purchase the produce at a pre-agreed price. This type of arrangement can benefit both parties, as it can provide farmers with a guaranteed market … Read more
Education has been accepted as one major agency of socialization, and teachers and educational institutions as socializing agents. In describing education as an instrument of Social Change, three things are important: the agents of change, the content of change, and the social background of those who are sought to be changed, i.e. students. Educational institutions … Read more