Fall of Mughals
The period of the Great Mughals, which began in 1526 with Babur’s accession to the throne, ended with the death of Aurangzeb in 1707. Aurangzeb’s death marked the end of an era in Indian history. When Aurangzeb died, the empire of the Mughals was the largest in India. Yet, within about fifty years of his […]
Schedule M
What it is? Origin and Evolution: Key Features of Revised Schedule M: About Diethylene Glycol (DEG):
UNESCO 13th Biosphere Reserve
The Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve (CDBR) in Himachal Pradesh has been made a UNESCO 13th Biosphere Reserve , along with 25 other biosphere reserves across several countries, has been included in World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR) by UNESCO. What are Key Facts Regarding the Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve? What is the World Network of Biosphere Reserves? Biosphere Reserve Biosphere Reserve in […]
How to Prepare for UPSC in College: A Complete Guide
Preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) while still in college is one of the smartest decisions you can make. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam is one of the most competitive in India, and early preparation can give you a solid edge over others. If you are a college student with dreams […]
NISAR Satellite
Key Facts About NISAR Satellite What is a Radar Band? Significance:
Flue Gas De-sulphurisation (FGD)
Emission Norms Compliance Monitoring and Oversight Flue Gas De-sulphurisation (FGD) FGD is a process that uses a sorbent, usually lime or limestone, to react with SO2 in the flue gas and convert it into harmless products. The sorbent can be injected as a dry powder, sprayed as a wet slurry or circulated as a seawater solution. The […]
Montreal Protocol
Kigali Amendment: Key Facts about Ozone?
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Plant Treaty)
What is the Plant Treaty? Objectives: Key Features of the Treaty:
List of Major Important Ports in India
List of Major Important Ports in India (Current Major Ports in India) About Vadhavan Port Major Ports of India on Eastern Coast: 1. Kolkata Port 2. Paradip Port 3. Visakhapatnam Port 4. Kamarajar Port 5. Chennai Port 6. Tuticorin Port Major Ports of India on Western Coast 7. Kandla Port 8. Jawaharlal Nehru Port 9. […]
Urban Biodiversity
What is the Significance of Urban Biodiversity Conservation for India? What are the Key Issues Affecting Urban Biodiversity in India? What Measures can be Adopted to Enhance Urban Biodiversity in India?