The privatisation of the Indian space sector has opened up newer opportunities. Read here to know more about the opening up of the Indian space program. The Indian Space program is characterized by a vision to use space technology for national development. The primary objective of the space … [Read more...] about Privatisation of Indian Space Sector
Energy crisis: Causes and Global Impact
The world has been facing an energy crisis with a consistent rise in oil prices. Read here to know the factors causing the energy crunch. The global energy crisis is a result of a cascade of issues faced by different countries over the years. The chain of events begins with the pandemic, along … [Read more...] about Energy crisis: Causes and Global Impact
Fertility Rate in India: Reasons for Decline
Total Fertility rate (TFR) is an important factor in population growth. Read here to know about the declining fertility rate in India. The Total fertility rate (TFR) has declined from 2.2 (reported in 2015-16) to 2.0 at the all- India level, according to the latest National Family Health Survey … [Read more...] about Fertility Rate in India: Reasons for Decline
Startup: Unicorn Revolution in India
India is witnessing a boom in startup companies and a unicorn revolution in recent years. Read here to know about the trend. The end of the 20th century saw India rising as the ‘software hub’ of the world. It started a tech revolution resulting in multiple Indian start-ups involved in innovating … [Read more...] about Startup: Unicorn Revolution in India
Urbanization: Problems and Remedies
Urbanization is the norm of the modern era. Read here to know the causes, effects, and significance of it on the world. Urbanization is the movement of people from rural to urban regions, expanding cities and towns. It is the process through which cities grow as higher percentages of the … [Read more...] about Urbanization: Problems and Remedies
Role of women and women’s organizations in Indian Society
What is the role of women and women's organisations in Indian Society? Read here to learn about the history of women's organizations and movements in India. Historically women all around the world have faced a similar set of issues during different periods like- Inferior status in society, Lack … [Read more...] about Role of women and women’s organizations in Indian Society
Zero Budget Natural Farming
What is zero-budget natural farming (ZBNF)? What is the need and significance of ZBNF? What is Agroecology? Read to know more here. Zero budget natural farming (ZBNF) https://youtu.be/Z8xXYJoV6E8 Note: Subscribe to the ClearIAS YouTube Channel to learn more. According to a case study by the … [Read more...] about Zero Budget Natural Farming
Desertification: Causes and Impact
What is Desertification? What is land degradation? What are the reasons behind it? How is it affecting the world? Know more here. Land degradation is a process in which the biophysical environment is affected negatively by the combination of natural and human-induced processes acting upon the … [Read more...] about Desertification: Causes and Impact
Cyclones vs Anticyclones
What are cyclones? What are the differences between cyclones and anticyclones? What are their types? How do they originate? What are the conditions for their formation? Read to know more here. Cyclones are also termed atmospheric disturbances. When the velocity of winds increases to such an … [Read more...] about Cyclones vs Anticyclones
Fronts: Types and Significance
What are Fronts and their types? How are they formed? What is their significance concerning global climate? Know more here. What is a front? It is an inclined zone along which two opposing air masses having contrasting characteristics in terms of air temperature humidity density pressure converge … [Read more...] about Fronts: Types and Significance
