Indian Culture is a vast subject in which there are many sub-areas like art, architecture, sculpture, philosophy, science etc. Not all books on Indian culture and heritage in the market are reader-friendly. Then how can an aspirant study culture topics? We suggest aspirants start from the book … [Read more...] about Prehistoric Era Art – Rock Paintings (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
Causes of Soil Degradation and Methods for Soil Conservation
Even though our country is blessed with wide varieties of soils with high fertility, it is being degraded day by day by various natural and human activities. Farmers in India are complaining about low productivity because of various reasons and soil degradation is one of them. Loss of soil … [Read more...] about Causes of Soil Degradation and Methods for Soil Conservation
Different soil types in India: Understand the differences using an Easy-to-Learn Table
This post is a continuation of our previous article on Soils of India: Classification and Characteristics. The Indian council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) set up an All India Soil Survey Committee in 1953 which divided the Indian soils into eight major groups. For ease of understanding and … [Read more...] about Different soil types in India: Understand the differences using an Easy-to-Learn Table
Soils of India: Classification and Characteristics
The soils of India are diverse and have led to a rich mosaic of agricultural practices, with different crops and cropping systems suited to specific soil and climatic conditions. Soil management and conservation practices are crucial for sustaining agricultural productivity and food security in the … [Read more...] about Soils of India: Classification and Characteristics
Medieval India: Rulers and Buildings (NCERT)
In this article on Medieval India, we plan to cover the topic 'Rulers and Buildings - Medieval India'. The reference material for this post is NCERT History text for Class 7 (Our past -1). Only main points from the chapters are compiled below. These points might come quite handy during preparation … [Read more...] about Medieval India: Rulers and Buildings (NCERT)
NITI Aayog: The new ‘think-tank’ to replace Planning Commission
Government of India has replaced the old planning commission started in 1950 with a new institution called NITI Aayog on 1 January 2015. It works under the chairmanship of Prime Minister. NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) will seek to provide a critical directional and … [Read more...] about NITI Aayog: The new ‘think-tank’ to replace Planning Commission
From Planning Commission To NITI Aayog: Evolution of Indian Planning
At the time of independence of India, there was a large proportion of impoverished people in the country. Poverty alleviation and improvement of life standards of people were the major considerations of the government. Indian economy needed a direction, which was crippled by foreign subjugation. … [Read more...] about From Planning Commission To NITI Aayog: Evolution of Indian Planning
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
We had discussed Central Schemes and Centrally Sponsored Schemes in our earlier posts. Candidates appearing for most exams (like those conducted by UPSC, SSC or PSCs) have to understand the details of various schemes. In this post, let's see how to get a grasp of the most recent scheme of the … [Read more...] about Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
Medieval India: Mughal Dynasty (NCERT)
In this article on Medieval India, we cover the Mughal Dynasty. The main reference material for this post is NCERT History text for Class 7 (Our past -1). Only the main points from the chapters are compiled below. These points might come quite handy for Prelims and Mains. The Mughal … [Read more...] about Medieval India: Mughal Dynasty (NCERT)
Medieval India: Delhi Sultanate (NCERT)
Well, Indian History continues :-) In this article on Medieval India, we plan to cover the Delhi Sultanate. The reference material for this post is NCERT History text for Class 7 (Our past -1). Only the main points from the chapters are compiled below. These points might come quite handy during … [Read more...] about Medieval India: Delhi Sultanate (NCERT)
