Hazard Profile of State Himachal Pradesh

Hazard Profile of State Himachal Pradesh State of Himachal is prone to various hazards both natural and manmade. Main hazards consist of earthquakes, landslides, flash floods, snow storms and avalanches, draughts, dam failures, fires – domestic and wild, accidents – road, rail, air, stampedes, boat capsizing, biological, industrial and hazardous chemicals etc. Earthquake: The hazard … Read more Hazard Profile of State Himachal Pradesh

10.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

HIMACHAL PRADESH   Study to assess impact of eco pollution in BBN area   The Department of Environment, Science and Technology has finally decided to undertake a study on assessing the impact of environmental pollution in the industrial areas on the human health and remedial measures. The action follows an in-depth report on the pollution … Read more 10.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

Animal Husbandry of Himachal Pradesh

Animal Husbandry of Himachal Pradesh Animal husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with animals that are raised for meat, fiber, milk, eggs or other products. It includes day-to-day care,selective breeding, and the raising of livestock. Animal Husbandry has a long history, starting with the Neolithic revolution when animals were first domesticated, from around 13,000 BC onwards. NATIONAL LIVESTOCK POLICY, 2013 Livestock … Read more Animal Husbandry of Himachal Pradesh

Fishing of Himachal Pradesh

Fishing of Himachal Pradesh According to the FAO, a fishery is typically defined in terms of the “people involved, species or type of fish, area of water or seabed, method of fishing, class of boats, purpose of the activities or a combination of the these features”. Fisheries management, on the other hand, is the activity of protecting fishery resources so  … Read more Fishing of Himachal Pradesh

Irrigation and Hydropower of Himachal Pradesh

 Irrigation and Hydropower of Himachal Pradesh Irrigation is the application of controlled amounts of water to plants at needed intervals. It helps grow agricultural crops, maintain landscapes, and revegetate disturbed soils in dry areas and during periods of inadequate rainfall. Types of irrigation Surface irrigation- Itis the oldest form of irrigation and has been in … Read more Irrigation and Hydropower of Himachal Pradesh

Horticulture of Himachal Pradesh

Horticulture of Himachal Pradesh Horticulture is the science and art of growing – fruits, vegetables, flowers, and any other cultivar. It also includes plant conservation, landscape restoration, soil management, landscape and garden design, construction, maintenance, and arboriculture. India is likely to record highest ever production of horticulture produce, including fruits and vegetables, in 2016-17. The … Read more Horticulture of Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh Food security

Himachal Pradesh Food security Himachal is one of the most dynamic hill states of India with significantly high indicators of human development. Its natural resources and physiography, separate administrative identity, and notable accomplishments in literacy hold the promise of great progress. Congress government in Himachal Pradesh had implemented the ambitious food security programme of UPA … Read more Himachal Pradesh Food security

Main Features of budgets of Himachal Pradesh

 Main Features of budgets of Himachal Pradesh HIMACHAL PRADESH BUDGET 2017-18  In a short span of time of Himachal Pradesh has become a model of development not for smaller States but for the bigger States of the country in the field of Education, Health, Horticulture, Hill area  development,  Social Welfare and inclusive growth. Today Himachal … Read more Main Features of budgets of Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh Industries and its policies

 Himachal Pradesh Industries and its policies Industry is the production of goods or related services within an economy.The major source of revenue of a group or company is the indicator of its relevant industry. Following the Industrial Revolution, many developed countries and developing on manufacturing industry. In twentieth century when science and technology have gained … Read more Himachal Pradesh Industries and its policies

Himachal Pradesh Planned development

Himachal Pradesh Planned development Himachal Pradesh-Profile: Himachal is one of the most dynamic hill states of India with significantly high indicators of human development. Its natural resources and physiography, separate administrative identity, and notable accomplishments in literacy hold the promise of great progress. The socio-economic base of the state at the time of its formation … Read more Himachal Pradesh Planned development