Notes and Study material for Exams
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
Geography of World and India World Geography: – Broad Physical features. – Environmental and Ecological Issues. – Wildlife and Bio-diversity. – International Waterways. – Major Industrial Regions. Geography of India: – Broad physical features and Major physiographic divisions. – agriculture and Agro based Activities. – Minerals – Iron, Manganese, Coal, Oil & Gas, Atomic minerals. … Read more
Rajasthan : An introduction Rajasthan : Geological Structure Rajasthan : Physical regions of rajasthan Rajasthan : Lakes of rajasthan Rajasthan : Administrative Devision of Rajasthan (Rajasthan ke Sambhag) Rajasthan : Soils of Rajasthan Rajasthan : Hinduism, Islam, and Jainism. The major crops grown in Rajasthan are wheat, rice, Cotton, and millet. The major industries in Rajasthan … Read more
DRY FARMING IN INDIA The spread in the regions where the Average annual rainfall is less than 75 cm. rainfall is scanty and uncertain, where hot and dry conditions prevail. It is not only that the average annual rainfall is low, the variability of rainfall in these areas varies between 25 to 60 per cent. … Read more
SECOND Green Revolution The main objectives of the second Green Revolution are: (i) To raise agricultural productivity to promote Food Security (ii) More emphasis on bio-technology (iii) To promote sustainable agriculture (iv) To become self-sufficient in staple food, pulses, oil seeds, and industrial raw material (v) To increase the per capita income of the farmers … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE Debt Funds In Sept 2011, RBI issued guidelines for permitting banks and NBFCs to set up IDFs to help meet long term financing for the sector IDFs would be set up either as MFs or NBFCs NBFC sponsoring IDF-MF should have a minimum net owned funds of Rs 300 crore and CAR of 15 … Read more
Surkotada: Unveiling the Secrets of a Harappan Metropolis Surkotada, a site nestled in the Kutch region of Gujarat, India, stands as a testament to the remarkable civilization that flourished in the Indus Valley over 4,000 years ago. While overshadowed by the more famous Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, Surkotada holds a unique position in the Harappan landscape, … Read more
Itai-itai Disease: A Legacy of Cadmium Poisoning Introduction Itai-itai disease, meaning “ouch-ouch” disease in Japanese, is a debilitating and often fatal condition caused by chronic cadmium poisoning. This tragic chapter in human health history serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of environmental pollution and the importance of safeguarding public health. This article … Read more
The Mighty Guardians: A Deep Dive into India’s Dams India, a land of diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, is also home to a vast network of dams, silent giants that play a crucial role in the nation’s socio-economic development. These structures, often towering over the rivers they tame, are more than just concrete and steel; … Read more
