Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSSs) are special purpose grants (or loans) extended by the Central Government to States to encourage and motivate State governments to plan and implement programs that help attain national goals and objectives. Examples of national goals and objectives include … [Read more...] about Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS)
Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) and RMNCH+A
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) on January 7, 2014. The programme will comprehensively address the health needs of the near 25 crore adolescents, who account for over 21% of the country’s population. RKSK will include a sharp focus on … [Read more...] about Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) and RMNCH+A
GSLV D5, GSAT 14, Cryogenic Technology and ISRO
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) achieved another milestone as it successfully launched the Geo-synchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-D5) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. GSLV launch is a great achievement as it used indigenous developed … [Read more...] about GSLV D5, GSAT 14, Cryogenic Technology and ISRO
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Bitcoin: Understanding the Basics of Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin is a hot word these days. Many know that it is related to money or currency. But what exactly is Bitcoin? What is a cryptocurrency? Is it legal in India? Why is it in the news? Read further to know. Supreme Court of India has recently lifted the ban on cryptocurrencies imposed by the … [Read more...] about Bitcoin: Understanding the Basics of Cryptocurrency
Inflation: Definition, WPI, CPI, Measurement and Causes
What is inflation? What are the problems associated with it? How to measure inflation rates? What are the types? Read further to know more. Inflation is defined as a situation where there is a sustained, unchecked increase in the general price level and a fall in the purchasing power of money. … [Read more...] about Inflation: Definition, WPI, CPI, Measurement and Causes
Urban Heat Islands
The Urban heat islands (UHI), concrete buildings, and asphalt is making the heat waves around the world more intense. Studies are indicating that UHI is increasing with more people being part of such areas. What are Urban heat islands? How is it affecting the global climate? Read here to find … [Read more...] about Urban Heat Islands
Public Service Values: Important Terms
What are some of the important terms related to public service values? Read further to know. Let's have a quick look at the public service values. Of-course many values like Impartiality, Transparency, Courage of conviction, Probity, Accountability, Empathy towards weaker sections etc. are … [Read more...] about Public Service Values: Important Terms
Crisis of Conscience: Ethical Decision Making
What is conscience? What is meant by crisis of conscience? Read further to know. Crisis of Conscience and Voice of Conscience are two terms related to Ethical Decision Making. We are discussing this topic as UPSC Mains 2013 had a direct question related to this under GS4 (Ethics, Integrity and … [Read more...] about Crisis of Conscience: Ethical Decision Making
FRP Composite Material And Its Applications
What is fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP)? What are the materials used as fibre and polymer in FRP? Read further to know more. Fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) (also known as a fibre-reinforced polymer) is a composite material made of a polymer matrix reinforced with fibres. Composites are … [Read more...] about FRP Composite Material And Its Applications
