Gorkha invasion- its nature and consequences, Treaty of Segauli

The majority of Gorkhas who are living in Himachal Pradesh were till recently a part of Punjab. One of the oldest associations of gorkhas in Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh is the Himachal Punjab Gorkha Association, which was established on October 29, 1916. Its first president was Madho Singh Rana (Magan Pathik, Hamro Sanstha Pachattari Barsa, … Read more Gorkha invasion- its nature and consequences, Treaty of Segauli

Geographical location of Himachal Pradesh

Geographical location of Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh is situated between 30 degree 22′ 40” to 33 degree 12’ 20” north latitudes and 75 degree 45′ 55″ to 79 degree 04’ 20” east longitudes. Himachal Pradesh is predominantly a mountainous State located in North – West India. It shares an international border with China. The altitude … Read more Geographical location of Himachal Pradesh

Panchayati raj of Himachal Pradesh

Panchayati raj of Himachal Pradesh:- Himachal   came  into  being   in  the  year   1948.    It  was  a  Chief   Commissioner’s   province.    It  enjoyed   Part  “C”  State’s  status  under  the  Constitution. It  had  no  legislative  body  of  its  own.    A  beginning  was  made  in  1949,  to  introduce  PR  in  Himachal  Pradesh.   The  state  therefore,  adopted  Punjab  Village  Panchayat  … Read more Panchayati raj of Himachal Pradesh

14.12.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

HIMACHAL PRADESH   Kangra overall state champion in weightlifting   The two-day state level weightlifting competition concluded at Seven Star International School in Bani of Jawali.   Kangra won the overall championship trophy in both men’s and women’s category while Solan and Una were runners up in men’s and women’s category, respectively. The championship was … Read more 14.12.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

Census of Himachal Pradesh

 Census of Himachal Pradesh General information As per details from Census 2011, Himachal Pradesh has population of 68.65 Lakhs, an increase from figure of 60.78 Lakh in 2001 census. Total population of Himachal Pradesh as per 2011 census is 6,864,602 of which male and female are 3,481,873 and 3,382,729 respectively. In 2001, total population was … Read more Census of Himachal Pradesh

11.11.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

HIMACHAL PRADESH   State sees highest-ever polling   The poll percentage of 74.61 in the Assembly elections is the highest ever in all 15 state polls that Himachal has witnessed as the earlier all-time high of 74.51 per cent in 2003 has been surpassed.   A total of 37,21, 647 voters out of a total … Read more 11.11.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

25.01.18 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

HIMACHAL PRADESH   Himachal Pradesh govt to set up IT parks in Gaggal, Mehli   The Himachal Pradesh government has started the process to set up two software technology parks at Gaggal in Kangra district and Mehli in Shimla district. Both these places are located close to the airports which makes them suitable sites for the proposed projects.   At Mehli, … Read more 25.01.18 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

28.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

HIMACHAL PRADESH   Pong Dam evictees get fertile land   Around 40 years ago, for making Pong Dam in Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, thousands of displaced people were rehabilitated in sand dunes of Rajasthan and huge quantity of unmarked land was allotted to them, but the people of Himachal Pradesh could not settle down here because of weather … Read more 28.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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

19-20.11.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

HIMACHAL PRADESH   State delaying strict laws to curb illegal mining   The suggestions by the Kangra police to curb illegal mining and sale of psychotropic drugs have been ignored by the state government.   At present, under the Act, JCB machines and tippers that are seized by the law enforcing agencies are released after … Read more 19-20.11.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs