Notes and Study material for Exams
Namami Gange Programme: Revitalizing the Holy Ganga The Ganga, revered as a sacred river in Hinduism, has been a lifeline for millions of Indians for centuries. Its waters have sustained communities, nurtured agriculture, and played a vital role in religious and cultural practices. However, in recent decades, the Ganga has faced severe pollution, threatening its … Read more
Jal Kranti Abhiyan: A Campaign for Water Resource Optimization Introduction Water, the elixir of life, is facing an unprecedented crisis. Depleting groundwater levels, erratic rainfall patterns, and increasing water pollution are threatening the very foundation of our existence. In India, the situation is particularly alarming, with several regions grappling with severe water scarcity. Recognizing the … Read more
Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP): Expanding Irrigation and Reducing Delays Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and climates, heavily relies on agriculture for its economy and sustenance. However, the country faces significant challenges in ensuring food security, particularly due to erratic rainfall and limited irrigation infrastructure. Recognizing the critical need for expanding irrigation facilities, … Read more
Jal Shakti Abhiyan: A National Movement for Water Conservation India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is also grappling with a growing water crisis. The increasing demand for water, coupled with erratic rainfall patterns and unsustainable water management practices, has led to water scarcity in many parts of the country. Recognizing the … Read more
Jal Jeevan Mission: Ensuring ‘Har Ghar Jal’ (Water for Every Home) Introduction: Water, the elixir of life, is an indispensable resource for human survival and societal well-being. Access to safe and adequate water is a fundamental human right, yet millions across the globe, particularly in developing nations, struggle to secure this basic necessity. Recognizing the … Read more
Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABY): Fostering Sustainable Groundwater Management Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich agricultural heritage, faces a critical challenge: declining groundwater levels. Over-extraction, coupled with inadequate management practices, has led to a looming water crisis, threatening the country’s food security, economic growth, and social well-being. Recognizing the urgency of this situation, … Read more
North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS): Bridging the Infrastructure Gap The North East region of India, encompassing eight states – Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura – has long grappled with a significant infrastructure deficit. This deficiency has hindered economic growth, social development, and overall prosperity in the region. Recognizing … Read more
North East Rural Livelihood Project (NERLP): Transforming Lives in Northeast India Introduction The Northeast region of India, a land of diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and rich biodiversity, faces significant challenges in terms of poverty, unemployment, and limited access to basic amenities. The region’s unique geographical location, coupled with its historical and socio-economic factors, has contributed … Read more
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): Bringing ‘Har Khet ko Paani’ Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and a vast agricultural sector, faces the constant challenge of ensuring water security for its farmers. The country’s agricultural productivity is heavily reliant on rainfall, leaving it vulnerable to the vagaries of monsoon. This vulnerability is further … Read more
Soil Health Card Scheme (SHCS): Revitalizing India’s Soils Introduction India’s vast agricultural landscape, the backbone of its economy and food security, faces a critical challenge: declining soil health. Decades of intensive farming practices, coupled with climate change, have led to soil degradation, impacting crop yields and threatening the livelihoods of millions of farmers. Recognizing this … Read more