Notes and Study material for Exams
What is a Biosphere Reserve? A Biosphere Reserve is a special ecosystem or a specialized Environment with a Flora and Fauna that require protection and nurturing. These reserves are managed and studied for the conservation of various life forms found here. They are subjects of scientific and natural interest. According to UNESCO, “Biosphere reserves … Read more
Institutes and Organization in India promoting integration of Science, Technology and Innovation India is one of the top-ranking countries in the field of basic research. Indian Science has come to be regarded as one of the most powerful instruments of Growth and development, especially in the emerging scenario and competitive economy. In the wake … Read more
Organic Farming system in India is not new and is being followed from ancient time. It is a method of farming system which primarily aimed at cultivating the land and raising crops in such a way, as to keep the Soil alive and in good Health by use of organic wastes (crop, animal and farm … Read more
Soil reclamation (Land reclamation) Soil reclamation is the process of improving lands to make them suitable for a more intensive use. Reclamation efforts may be concerned with the improvement of rainfall-deficient areas by Irrigation, the removal of detrimental constituents from salty or alkali lands, the diking and draining of tidal marshes, the smoothing … Read more
Well and Tube Well Irrigation: A Vital Lifeline for Agriculture Agriculture, the backbone of many economies, relies heavily on irrigation to sustain crop production, especially in regions with limited rainfall. Well and tube well irrigation systems have emerged as crucial tools for ensuring water availability and enhancing agricultural productivity. This article delves into the intricacies … Read more
Biodiversity (D) Increasing economic growth
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) UNCTAD is the part of the United Nations Secretariat dealing with trade, Investment, and development issues. The organization’s goals are to: “maximize the trade, investment and development opportunities of developing countries and assist them in their efforts to integrate into the world economy on an equitable basis. … Read more
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is increasingly an essential issue for companies. It is a complex and multi- dimensional organisational phenomenon that is understood as the scope for which, and the ways in which, an organisation is consciously responsible for its actions and non-actions and their impact on its stakeholders. It represents not just a change … Read more
, Andhra Pradesh is a state in the southern region of India. It is the seventh-largest state by area and the tenth-largest by Population. The state has a long history of agriculture, and it is still a major contributor to the economy. However, in recent years, the state has seen a significant Growth in the … Read more
