What is Monazite soil? How can India as a nation benefit from its enough presence in our coastal areas? Read here to know the details. The presence of thorium deposits in monazite soil makes it significant for India to reduce its uranium imports, thereby impacting the national … [Read more...] about Monazite Soil
Archives for October 2022
Himalayas
What are the different divisions of the Himalayas? How is it formed? Why is it so important? To answer these questions, read further. The Himalayan Mountains are part of India's northern mountain range. They are the world's tallest mountain ranges. These mountain ranges begin at Pamir Knot in the … [Read more...] about Himalayas
Western Ghats: Explained
What is the Western Ghats? Which is the highest peak of Western ghats? What are the differences between the climates on the Western Ghats' eastern and western slopes? Read more to know about the Western Ghats. The Deccan plateau is encircled by ghats to the west and east. Among these, western … [Read more...] about Western Ghats: Explained
Modernisation of Central Armed Police Forces
Central Government has approved the scheme - Modernisation Plan-IV for Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). What really is CAPF? What are its components? Do they face some issues? Continue reading the article to know more about Central Armed Police Forces and the major reforms that are taking place … [Read more...] about Modernisation of Central Armed Police Forces
Carbon Offset
What is carbon Offset? How does it work? What are its advantages and disadvantages? To answer all these, read further. In order to offset their own carbon footprints, individuals and companies may invest in environmental initiatives all over the world through carbon offset programmes. Carbon … [Read more...] about Carbon Offset
Cellulose
Cellulose from plants accumulates in significant amounts on Earth's surface each year. It undergoes various natural chemical processes through the carbon cycle in yielding carbon dioxide and water. Read here to understand the significance of cellulose. The majority of organic compounds on earth … [Read more...] about Cellulose
NCRB Report 2021: Crime In India
NCRB Report 2021 is released in August 2022. The title of the report is Crime in India and contains data related to the different crimes in the country. Over the years, NCRB reports have been a valuable source of statistics on a variety of crimes, from economic and financial crimes to crimes … [Read more...] about NCRB Report 2021: Crime In India
NGT: All About National Green Tribunal
With the Notification of the Central Government, National Green Tribunal (NGT) Act came into force in 2010. NGT exercises the jurisdiction, powers, and authority granted to it by or under NGT Act. The Tribunal shall be guided by principles of natural justice so it is not bound by the procedure … [Read more...] about NGT: All About National Green Tribunal
Dayanand Saraswati
Dayanand Saraswati spent 15 years traveling as a hermit in quest of the truth. Later, he started following Mathura's blind sage Virajanand Dandeesha. Have you read about the life of Dayanand Saraswati in detail? What were his religious ideologies? Read further to know more. More than just a … [Read more...] about Dayanand Saraswati
SSLV: Small Satellite Launch Vehicle
What is an SSLV? What is the significance of SSLV? Also read about recent developments made by India in the field of Satellite missions. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched the inaugural flight of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), carrying an Earth observation … [Read more...] about SSLV: Small Satellite Launch Vehicle
