What are exogenic forces? How are exogenic forces classified? We have been discussing geomorphic processes in our previous notes in the Geography section. We have already seen that geomorphic processes are classified into endogenic processes and exogenic processes. As endogenic processes … [Read more...] about Exogenic Forces: Classification
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Major Programs Under Central Assistance to States Plan: 2016-17
This post is dedicated entirely to list the major programs under the Central Assistance for States and UT plans as per Budget 2016-17. Update: To learn the Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Central Sector Schemes as mentioned in the Union Budget 2018, refer this post. It should be noted that … [Read more...] about Major Programs Under Central Assistance to States Plan: 2016-17
Major Programs Under Central Plan 2016-17
Central Plan is a sub-component of Plan expenditure, the other being Central Assistance to states. Programs under Central Plan are known as Central sector schemes. Update: To learn the Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Central Sector Schemes as mentioned in the Union Budget 2018, refer this … [Read more...] about Major Programs Under Central Plan 2016-17
Union Budget of India 2016-17: Highlights and Analysis
Every year, ClearIAS used to publish a short analysis of Indian Budget and Economic Survey. Our post, covering the highlights of Indian Budget 2016-17, is ready. We plan to release the highlights of Central Plan 2016, Central Assistance 2016, Economic survey 2015 etc in coming posts. It has to … [Read more...] about Union Budget of India 2016-17: Highlights and Analysis
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: The New Crop Insurance Scheme
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) is the new crop insurance scheme launched by Central Government. PMFBY will replace the existing two schemes National Agricultural Insurance Scheme as well as Modified NAIS which have had some inherent drawbacks. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana which will … [Read more...] about Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: The New Crop Insurance Scheme
Earthquakes: Everything you need to know
Earthquakes are a natural phenomenon that occurs when there is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, resulting in the shaking or trembling of the ground. These events are caused by the movement of the Earth's tectonic plates and are a common geological occurrence. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Earthquakes: Everything you need to know
Sedition in India: Section 124 A of IPC vs Freedom of Speech
"Sedition" refers to conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state or monarch. In India, the offense of sedition is covered under Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This section has been a subject of debate and controversy, with discussions often centering … [Read more...] about Sedition in India: Section 124 A of IPC vs Freedom of Speech
Startup India Programme: Highlights
Startup India Programme is a campaign based on the Startup Action Plan by Government of India, aimed to promote entrepreneurship. The programme was officially launched on Jan 16, 2016. But even before that, on 15th August 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged to ‘Startup India, Standup India’ … [Read more...] about Startup India Programme: Highlights
UPSC Civil Services Mains 2015 Written Exam Results Out!
UPSC has announced the results of Civil Services Mains 2015 written exam results. Roll numbers of around 2800 candidates are included in the list. Personality Test of these candidates is likely to commence from 08th March, 2016. Here are the highlights of the official announcement from UPSC on Civil … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Mains 2015 Written Exam Results Out!
Volcanoes: Everything You Need To Know
A volcano is an opening in the earth’s crust through which gases, molten rock materials (lava), ash, steam etc. are emitted outward in the course of an eruption. Such vents or openings occur in those parts of the earth’s crust where the rock strata are relatively weak. Volcanic activity is an … [Read more...] about Volcanoes: Everything You Need To Know
