This article is intended to provide awareness of a scholarship scheme called Nai Udaan provided by the Union government for UPSC, SSC, and other state PSC exams. Read more to know about the Nai Udaan Scholarship Scheme. Due to financial restrictions and other causes, many aspirants across the … [Read more...] about Nai Udaan Scholarship: A Helping hand for UPSC aspirants
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PM KUSUM Scheme
In this article, we shall discuss the PM KUSUM scheme, its major objectives, its components, benefits for the farmers, implementation, significance of the scheme, challenges and a suitable way forward. The agricultural sector consumes about 20 to 22% of the total electricity generated in … [Read more...] about PM KUSUM Scheme
Cloudbursts
We have often heard about cloudburst occurrences in states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. It causes the widespread destruction of both human and material resources. What is the cause of cloudbursts? How is it different from rainfall? Read to know more. Natural disasters are associated … [Read more...] about Cloudbursts
Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology
Have you ever thought about India's scientific advances made over the last several decades? ClearIAS tracks the remarkable progress of India, made in a wide range of disciplines, from space research and missile technology to computing and oceanography, to mark the milestones of the country's … [Read more...] about Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology
Bail: Laws in India
Ever wonder what happens to an accused individual once they are seized and taken into custody? Are you familiar with India's current bail laws? What parts of the CrPC relate to the bail legislation in India? How does the Supreme Court feel about having liberal bail laws? Is being granted bail a free … [Read more...] about Bail: Laws in India
Abortion Laws in India
The scope of abortion laws has been widened by the Supreme Court to permit single women to end 24-week pregnancies. What are India's current abortion laws? Have you given any thought to the morality of Indian abortion legislation? To learn more, keep reading. In India, 7 million abortions are … [Read more...] about Abortion Laws in India
Direct Action Day: The Great Calcutta Killings
During the 72 hours of unrestrained bloodshed, vultures dined on the thousands of corpses that were left unclaimed on the streets of Calcutta. The "Great Calcutta Killings" provided conclusive evidence that India would eventually have to be divided. Read further to know more about Direct Action … [Read more...] about Direct Action Day: The Great Calcutta Killings
Air Pollution: Types, Causes, and Effects
As we all know, modernization impacts positively as well as negatively. Pollution is one of the negative impacts, which leads to a threat to our earth. This article deals about Air pollution. Air Pollution is one of the most important topics for the UPSC Civil Services Exam. As we all know … [Read more...] about Air Pollution: Types, Causes, and Effects
Rabies: Causes, Prevention and Control
Every year on September 28, World Rabies Day is held to increase awareness of the deadly and infectious illness. The day signifies the need to strengthen global prevention and control efforts. Read here to learn about the causes, prevention, and treatment of the disease. The first rabies vaccine … [Read more...] about Rabies: Causes, Prevention and Control
NHRC: All About National Human Rights Commission
We all must be aware of human rights. The National human rights commission (NHRC) and the State human rights commission (SHRC) were established under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA), 1993. Read to know more about NHRC and SHRC. Human beings are social animals. They constantly … [Read more...] about NHRC: All About National Human Rights Commission
