A general understanding of important geophysical phenomena is essential for a serious UPSC aspirant. This article will equip one with such knowledge as is essential for her/his future administrative journey. The term "geophysics" refers to the in-depth study of the physics of the Earth and its … [Read more...] about Important Geophysical Phenomena Such As Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity, Cyclones etc
Archives for December 2022
Changes in Critical Geographical Features (including Water Bodies and Ice-Caps) and in Flora and Fauna and the Effects of such Change
Have you ever wondered about the changes that critical geographical features are undergoing? How have these affected the flora and fauna? Read further to know more about the changes in critical geographical features. Geographical features are the distinct phenomena (Natural or Man-made) occurring … [Read more...] about Changes in Critical Geographical Features (including Water Bodies and Ice-Caps) and in Flora and Fauna and the Effects of such Change
World Wars
A world war is a conflict involving several of the most powerful and populous nations in the world. World wars involve numerous nations on several continents, and battles are fought in various geographic locations. To know more about world wars, read further. The two wars that took place in the … [Read more...] about World Wars
Urban Rejuvenation in India
In developed nations with a long history of urbanization, adaptive reuse of buildings and urban neighborhoods is frequent. Many cities in developing nations are prioritizing this new trend of urban rejuvenation, which supports tourism. Read here to learn more about India’s urban rejuvenation … [Read more...] about Urban Rejuvenation in India
Poverty and Developmental Issues
Persistent and unchecked poverty and developmental issues associated with it are one of the ironies of the technologically progressing world. Why does poverty still exist? What are the types of poverty existing in the world? How is poverty estimated in India? What are the measures to tackle it? Read … [Read more...] about Poverty and Developmental Issues
Amendments of Indian Constitution
What do you understand by the Amendment or Amendment Procedure of the Indian Constitution? Who has the power to amend the constitution? Read on to learn more. The drafters of the Constitution believed that it needed to reflect societal changes as well as the aspirations of the population. They … [Read more...] about Amendments of Indian Constitution
Issues of Buffer stocks and Food security
In order to ensure food security and prepare for unforeseeable situations like drought, starvation, conflicts, etc., the public sector in India maintains Buffer stocks. What are buffer stocks? How do they affect food security? What are the challenges faced by it? Read the article to know more about … [Read more...] about Issues of Buffer stocks and Food security
Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices
Farm subsidies can be divided into direct and indirect subsidies depending on the type of subsidy given. How is direct farm subsides different from indirect farm subsidies? What are their merits and demerits? How can we tackle issues relating to them? Read the article to learn more about issues … [Read more...] about Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices
Maharashtra-Karnataka Border Dispute
The dispute along the Maharashtra-Karnataka border is decades old. The issue keeps popping up every once in a while since it is yet unresolved. Read here to know the history, current status, and details of the dispute. The decades-old dispute between Maharashtra and Karnataka over the Belagavi or … [Read more...] about Maharashtra-Karnataka Border Dispute
Fintech in India
Over the past ten years, the Fintech sector in India has experienced phenomenal growth as it gained momentum following the country's expansion of internet services. India has the highest FinTech adoption rate globally and is amongst the fastest-growing Fintech markets in the world. Read here to know … [Read more...] about Fintech in India
