Prelims Notes

DMPQ:-Climate change is going to affect the agriculture sector most. Discuss the ways through which the effect of Climate change can be prevented?

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According to the economic survey, the farm incomes will be dropped by 12% on an average in the coming years with potential losses amounting to 18% of the revenue. The method to prevent the effect are: Fully irrigating Indian agriculture through technologies of drip irrigation, sprinklers, and water management—captured in the “more crop for every … Read more DMPQ:-Climate change is going to affect the agriculture sector most. Discuss the ways through which the effect of Climate change can be prevented?

ANALOGY LEVEL 1

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  When you draw an analogy between two things we compare them for the purpose of explanation. If a scientist says that earth’s forest functions as human lungs then we instantly draw an explanation that both lungs and trees intake important elements from air. As far as SSC exam is concerned this is one of … Read more ANALOGY LEVEL 1

04-05.02.18 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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HIMACHAL PRADESH   Govt plans tender for water transport in four districts   Water transport could finally take off with the state government planning to float global bids to rope in entrepreneurs for the launch of the facility, mainly in four districts of Bilaspur, Mandi, Kangra and Chamba.   The detailed project report (DPR) for … Read more 04-05.02.18 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

The Gupta Empire

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The Gupta Empire stretched across northern, central and parts of southern India between c. 320 and 550 CE. The period is noted for its achievements in the arts, architecture, sciences, religion, and philosophy. Chandragupta I (320 – 335 CE) started a rapid expansion of the Gupta Empire and soon established himself as the first sovereign ruler of the empire. It marked the end of 500 hundred … Read more The Gupta Empire

Administrative System of Rajasthan

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Administrative System of Rajasthan ​​​​​​​​​Rajasthan is divided into 33 districts for administrative purposes. The responsibilities of district management are carried out by a number of All-India officials and a number of state-appointed officials. The ​All-India officials in each district are a District Collector or District Magistrate (from the Indian Administrative Service), a Superintendent of Police … Read more Administrative System of Rajasthan

Indian Agriculture

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  Mainstay of Indian Economy Since independence, undergone a change from being the sector contributing the highest share to the GDP to one contributing the lowest share. Agriculture is a state subject. GDP contribution (Agriculture and allied sector) 5 pc in 1950-51 7 pc in 2008-09 and 14.6 pc in 2009-10. It was 19 pc in … Read more Indian Agriculture

10.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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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

DMPQ: Write in brief about causes and solutions of climate change.

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Climate Change It is the long term change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods of time Though it has been happening naturally for millions of years, in recent years it has accelerated due to anthropogenic causes and has been causing global warming. UNFCCC defines climate change as – “a change of climate … Read more DMPQ: Write in brief about causes and solutions of climate change.

07.11.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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HIMACHAL PRADESH   Poll candidates must reveal source of income: Council   The Social Welfare Council of India has demanded that a mandatory provision be made for declaring the source of income and means adopted for acquiring assets by candidates contesting state Assembly or Lok Sabha elections.   The council in a resolution adopted by … Read more 07.11.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

Movements/Organizations

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Aligarh Movement Sir Sayyed Ahmad Khan Deoband Represented  by  Mohammad  Qasim  Nanautavi  &  Rashid  Ahmad  Gangohi. Movement Nanautavi founded the ‘Dar-ul-Ullema’ madrasa at Deoband. This movement was   strictly  based  on  Islamic  tradition unlike liberal  Aligarh movement.   The  also   promulgated a fatwa against Sayyid Ahmad’s associations. In 1919, Mufti Liyaqat   Ullah  Sahib  founded  … Read more Movements/Organizations