Prelims Notes

01-02.04.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

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RAJASTHAN Rajasthan plots major startup drive with funds, infrastructure, mentoring ecosystem   Rajasthan may have entered the startup space late, but the state government is now pushing the pedal harder to accelerate the pace and beat first-mover locations such as Telangana, Pune and even Bengaluru in creating a compelling ecosystem. The government-led initiative is elaborate and encompassing all … Read more 01-02.04.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

08-09.04.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

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RAJASTHAN Rajasthan second in environment-related offences   Salman Khan’s involvement in 1998 blackbuck poaching case is an indicator as to how Rajasthan has remained one of leading states in reporting environment-related offences.   According to National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2016 report, the state registered a total of 190 cases for violations related to Wildlife Protection Act … Read more 08-09.04.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

Cholas

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    The founder of the Chola Empire was Vijayalaya, who was first feudatory of the Pallavas of Kanchi. He captured Tanjore in 850 A.D. He established a temple of goddess Nishumbhasudini (Durga) there. Aditya I succeeded Vijayalaya. Aditya helped his overlord the Pallava king Aparajita against the Pandyas but soon defeated him and annexed … Read more Cholas

Minerals of Goa for Goa PSC

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Minerals of Goa The State of Goa is a tiny emerald land on the west coast of the Indian Peninsula. The rich and varied mineral resources of the State have contributed handsomely towards the development and industrialization of the State. The landscape is mostly hilly forming part of the Western Ghats. The altitude varies from … Read more Minerals of Goa for Goa PSC

DMPQ:What is Black Carbon? Write down the effects of Black carbon?

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Black carbon is a potent climate-warming component of particulate matter formed by the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, woods and other fuels. It is a short loved climate pollutant with a significant direct and indirect impacts on the climate, glacial region, agriculture and human health. Impact of Black Carbon: Climate Impact: It is very effective … Read more DMPQ:What is Black Carbon? Write down the effects of Black carbon?

Organic Agriculture. 4 marks 2008

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Organic farming system in India is not new and is being followed from ancient time. It is a method of farming system which primarily aimed at cultivating the land and raising crops in such a way, as to keep the soil alive and in good health by use of organic wastes (crop, animal and farm … Read more Organic Agriculture. 4 marks 2008

Mineral Resources of India:-Metallic Minerals

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 Mineral  State  Mines/Districts Coal Jharkhand Jharia, Bokaro, Giridh, karanpura, Ramgarh, Daltonganj, Aurangabad, Hutar, Deogarh, Rajmahal Orissa Talcher, Rampur M.P (Former) Central Indian Coalfields -Singrauli, Sohagpur, Johilla, Umaria Satupura Coalfields – Pench, Kanhan, Pathkhera North Chhattisgarh – Chirmiri-Kaurasia, Bisrampur, Jhillmili, Sonhat, Lakhanpur, Sendurgarh, lakhanpur-Ramkola South Chhattisgarh-Hasdo-Arand, Korba, Mand-Raigarh West Bengal Raniganj, Darjeeling Andhra Pr. Singareni, Kothgundam, … Read more Mineral Resources of India:-Metallic Minerals