Notes and Study material for Exams
Harnessing the Ocean’s Thermal Gradient: A Deep Dive into Ocean Thermal Energy The Earth’s oceans are vast reservoirs of energy, absorbing and storing immense amounts of solar radiation. This energy manifests as a temperature difference between the warm surface waters and the cold depths, a phenomenon known as the ocean thermal gradient. This gradient, a … Read more
Concept of Organic Farming, seed certification Organic farming is an alternative agricultural system which originated early in the 20th century in reaction to rapidly changing Farming practices. Organic farming continues to be developed by various organic agriculture organizations today. It relies on Fertilizers of organic origin such as Compost Manure, green manure, and … Read more
Government market borrowings, loans and grants There are two types of borrowings : Internal borrowings External borrowings There is third mean of public loan i.e. other liabilities Internal borrowings Internal debt or domestic debt is the part of the total government debt in a country that is owed to lenders within the country. … Read more
Smart Cities The Government of India has launched the Smart Cities Mission on 25 June 2015. The objective is to promote sustainable and inclusive cities that provide core
Carbon Sequestration: A Vital Tool in the Fight Against Climate Change The Earth’s climate is changing rapidly, driven primarily by the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Carbon dioxide (CO2), a major contributor to this phenomenon, is released into the atmosphere through human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes. To … Read more
Solar Charkha Mission: Empowering Rural Livelihoods through Sustainable Textiles Introduction India, with its rich textile heritage and vast rural population, holds immense potential for sustainable development. The Solar Charkha Mission, launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in 2014, aims to harness this potential by empowering rural communities through the production … Read more
Five years plan and INFRASTRUCTURE in the state favour investments in the IT/ITeS, Biotechnology, engineering, electronics, automotive, textiles, agri and food-processing sectors. Between 2011-12 and 2017-18, the GSDP of the state grew at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 13.11 per cent to reach Rs12.69 trillion (US$ 196.88 billion) and the net state domestic … Read more
Enhancing Governance: Capacity Development of Local Bodies Introduction Local bodies, encompassing municipalities, district councils, and other forms of decentralized governance, play a crucial role in delivering public services, promoting economic development, and fostering citizen participation. Their effectiveness hinges on their capacity to perform these functions efficiently and effectively. However, many local bodies face significant challenges … Read more
The Yellow Revolution: A Global Phenomenon of Protest and Change The term “Yellow Revolution” has emerged in recent years to describe a wave of popular protests and uprisings characterized by the use of yellow as a symbolic color. While not a monolithic movement, these protests share common threads: a desire for political and social change, … Read more
Unlocking Infrastructure Growth: A Deep Dive into InVITs Infrastructure is the backbone of any thriving economy, facilitating trade, transportation, and access to essential services. However, developing and maintaining robust infrastructure requires significant capital investment, often exceeding the capacity of traditional financing methods. This is where Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InVITs) emerge as a powerful tool, offering … Read more