[ad_1] Case Study: The Loess Plateau Restoration, China The Loess Plateau, located in northern China, is one of the world’s most eroded regions. It was historically known for its extremely fertile soil, but centuries of agricultural overuse and deforestation led to severe soil erosion, reduced agricultural productivity, and widespread poverty. The Restoration Project: In 1994, … Read more
[ad_1] Hello dear students! We hope you all are doing great. We trust that those who have given UPSC CSE Mains 2023 have given your best and are eagerly waiting for results which is round the corner! You only have one last hurdle to pass – the Personality Test, after Prelims & Mains exam, … Read more
[ad_1] Information The following Quiz is based on the Hindu, PIB and other news sources. It is a current events based quiz. Solving these questions will help retain both concepts and facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services exam. To view Solutions, follow these instructions: Click on – ‘Start Quiz’ button Solve Questions … Read more
[ad_1] DOWNLOAD THE I-WIN Prelims Test Series Timetable for UPSC CSE 2024 Dear Student, We are pleased to announce the results of the I-WIN (Insights IAS- Work, Improve, Nurture) 2024 Entrance-cum-Scholarship Test that was conducted on 3rd December in the offline and online mode. IMPORTANT: If you have missed … Read more
[ad_1] Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: India’s pressmud, a byproduct in the sugar industry, can be a valuable resource for compressed biogas (CBG) production. What is Pressmud and how it is produced? Pressmud, also known as filter cake or press cake, is a residual byproduct in the sugar industry. It is … Read more
[ad_1] Source: TH Context: The article highlights the environmental impact of Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The use of heavy bombs, white phosphorus, and herbicides has led to widespread environmental damage, affecting soil, water, and air quality. Tool Purpose/Effect 2,000-pound bombs Causing large-scale destruction, creating craters, and resulting in environmental contamination White phosphorus … Read more
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[ad_1] Mapping Source: BBC Context: Pampore, known as the centre of the country’s saffron (referred to as “red gold”) cultivation has seen a decline in productivity. About Saffron: Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the “saffron crocus”. The vivid crimson stigma and styles, called threads, are … Read more
[ad_1] Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: India’s pressmud, a byproduct in the sugar industry, can be a valuable resource for compressed biogas (CBG) production. What is Pressmud and how it is produced? Pressmud, also known as filter cake or press cake, is a residual byproduct in the sugar industry. It is … Read more
[ad_1] Source: The Hindu Prelims: Parliament-Structure, organization and functioning, Disaster Management, Himalayas, GSI, UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, World bank, 74th amendment etc Mains GS Paper II: Parliament- structure, functioning and conduct of Business etc ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS The hurdles in delaying the rescue of 41 labourers, who have been trapped … Read more
