Drought is characterized by a temporary decline in the availability of water or moisture that is significantly below the average or expected level for a certain period. According to the High-Powered Committee on Disaster Management Report, drought is defined as "any shortage of water to satisfy … [Read more...] about Drought: Causes and Effects
Wetland: What are the Benefits of a Wetland?
A wetland is a specific ecosystem that experiences seasonal or permanent flooding by water. They are among the ecosystems with the greatest biological diversity since they are home to a variety and wide range of plants and animals. On February 1, 1982, India ratified the "Convention on … [Read more...] about Wetland: What are the Benefits of a Wetland?
Mangrove Forest in India
In tropical and subtropical regions of the world, the mangrove forest dominates the coastlines and is an essential component of the forest ecosystem. Mangrove is the crossroad, where oceans, freshwater, and land meet. There are 54–75 species of true mangroves, which are taxonomically distinct … [Read more...] about Mangrove Forest in India
Tribal Population in India
According to the census, Scheduled Tribes constitute 8.6 per cent of the country’s total population and 11.3 per cent of the total rural population. Know all about the tribal population here. The tribes are the indigenous or native inhabitants of the area who are thought to have been the Indian … [Read more...] about Tribal Population in India
Ecosystem- In layman’s Language
What do you understand by ecosystem? What are the components and functions of an ecosystem? The phrase "ecosystem" was first used in 1935 by British botanist Professor Arthur Tansley, who defined it as "the system resulting from the integration of all living and non-living factors of the … [Read more...] about Ecosystem- In layman’s Language
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
Water Pollution Prevention
What are the initiatives of the government to prevent water pollution? Read to know more about water pollution prevention methods and agencies. Since water is a state subject it is the duty of the States/Union Territories (UTs) to take the necessary steps to control water pollution. The … [Read more...] about Water Pollution Prevention
Grameen Udyami Project
The second phase of the Grameen Udyami Project was launched by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in partnership with Seva Bharti and Yuva Vikas Society in Ranchi. The project focuses on skill training in tribal communities for inclusive and sustainable growth. The goal of the … [Read more...] about Grameen Udyami Project
Watershed Management
The Integrated Watershed Management Program of the Government of India (now known as WDC-PMKSY) is the second-largest watershed program in the world, after China (World Bank Report, July 2014). Every body of water has a watershed, including rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, and estuaries. The … [Read more...] about Watershed Management
