Notes and Study material for Exams
Triple Cropping: Maximizing Yield and Sustainability in a Changing World The global population is projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, placing immense pressure on food production systems. Meeting this demand while ensuring sustainability requires innovative agricultural practices. One such practice, gaining increasing attention, is triple cropping, a system that allows farmers to grow three … Read more
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
The term Sustainable Growth became prominent after the World Conservation Strategy Presented in 1980 by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Brundland Report(1987) define Sustainable Development as the a process which seek to meet the needs and aspirations of the present generation without compromising the ability of the future generation … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Principles & Basis of Indian Foreign Policy India’s foreign policy is fundamentally based on the principles of peaceful co-existence, friendship and co-operation among all the countries of the world irrespective of their political systems. The foreign policy is aimed at promoting international peace … Read more
Central coordinating system vital to handle paddy stubble: Study Main Issue India needs a central coordinating mechanism for paddy stubble management and crop diversification with adequate Resources, clear assignment of responsibilities between national and sub-national agencies to counter the ill-effects of crop stubble burning during Covid-19 pandemic. This has been recommended by a study conducted by … Read more
National Water Mission: Securing India’s Water Future India, a land of diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, faces a growing water crisis. The nation’s burgeoning population, rapid urbanization, and changing climate patterns have put immense pressure on its water resources, leading to water scarcity, droughts, and conflicts. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Indian government … Read more
The major causes of the environmental degradation are modern Urbanization, industrialization, over-Population Growth, deforestation etc. Environmental pollution refers to the degradation of quality and quantity of natural Resources. Mahatma Gandhi’s principle of “enoughness” in his saying “the earth provides enough to satisfy every persons need but not for every person’s greed” According to World Commission … Read more
Poverty Alleviation: A Multifaceted Approach to Uplifting Lives Poverty, a pervasive and complex issue, affects millions across the globe, hindering their access to basic necessities, opportunities, and a dignified life. Addressing this challenge requires a multifaceted approach that tackles its root causes and empowers individuals and communities to break free from the cycle of deprivation. … Read more
Modernization of agriculture Modernisation of agriculture results from a whole galaxy of factors, that include physical input, economic, organisational, cultural, motivational and knowledge factors. While all these factors cannot be provided in one go, they trickle in slowly over a long time before they get established and stabilised. Physical Input Factors: Land Climate, seeds, water, … Read more
Atal Pension Yojana (APY): Building a Retirement Safety Net for the Informal Sector Introduction India’s informal sector, encompassing a vast majority of the workforce, faces a stark reality: the lack of a secure retirement plan. This segment, comprising street vendors, farmers, construction workers, and countless others, often works in precarious conditions with little or no … Read more