The maritime history of India is rich with several examples of marine activity dating back hundreds of years. is rich with plenty of evidence of maritime activities from centuries ago. As a peninsular subcontinent with more than 7000 km of coastline, India was ordained to be a maritime nation. Read … [Read more...] about Maritime History of India
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Ports and Shipping Industry in India
The Ports and Shipping industry in India is growing rapidly and contributing to economic progress. The ports sector in India is being driven by high growth in external trade. Read here to know the significance of the Indian Ports and Shipping sector for economic progress. India has a coastline … [Read more...] about Ports and Shipping Industry in India
Ecology: Levels, principles and organization
What does the term “ecology” imply? What are the components of ecology? How many Levels of Organisation are there? What are the principles of ecology? Read further to know more. Ecology is the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment; … [Read more...] about Ecology: Levels, principles and organization
Future Ready Transmission Technology
What are the key recommendations of the task force on the Future Ready Transmission Technology? What is the need and what are the challenges associated with them? Read further to know more. In September 2021, under the chairmanship of POWERGRID, a task force was established by the Ministry of … [Read more...] about Future Ready Transmission Technology
Important Terms from Medieval Indian History
Terminologies from Ancient and medieval history of India is a favourite topic of UPSC. Here are some important terminologies from the medieval history of India, crucial for prelims. Read further. In medieval India, there existed a complex system of administrative and military designations that … [Read more...] about Important Terms from Medieval Indian History
Glaciers in India
Which are the major Glaciers in India? What are alpine glaciers? Which are the glaciers of the Karakoram Range? Where is Pindari glacier situated? Read further to know more. Glaciers in India are bodies of dense ice that flow under their own weight. They are formed as a result of snow … [Read more...] about Glaciers in India
