agriculture

Urban spheres of influence and rural urban fringe

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Urban spheres of influence and rural urban fringe Urban spheres of influence Urban spheres of influence reflect centre-to-hinterland relationship, compared with the non-central region, the centre assumes more complex economic functions, and provides more economic activities. Famous theoretical contributions to this research field are the Central Place Theory (Christaller, 1933), the extension to the Central … Read more Urban spheres of influence and rural urban fringe

Main Features of Budget of Goa

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Main Features of Budget of Goa The GSDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the year 2015-16 (Quick Estimates) is estimated at above 37,520 crore as against 34611 crore in the year 2014-15 thereby reflecting a growth of 8.41 percent as against 9.64% in 2014-15. Growth rate projected an 11% growth in the GSDP(Gross state domestic … Read more Main Features of Budget of Goa

05.06.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

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GOA Air quality in Goa’s urban areas worsens in 2017-18   High density of vehicles, inadequate monitoring system for checking vehicular emission and operation of condemnable vehicles is contributing to the deterioration of the air quality in the state’s major towns and cities, sources said. The air quality index values compiled by Goa State Pollution Control Board … Read more 05.06.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

Workers, Peasant and Tribal Movements in Goa

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Workers Peasant and Tribal Movements in Goa Tribal Movement The tribals of India, like other social groups, participated in the anti-colonial movement. The tribal anti-colonial movements were of two types – The movements against their oppressors i.e. landlords, money-lenders, traders, thekedars (contractors), government officials and Christian missionaries and The movements which were linked to and … Read more Workers, Peasant and Tribal Movements in Goa

02.02.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

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GOA Government to replicate Udipi’s cage fish farming model   The state directorate of fisheries is looking to adopt Udipi’s successful model of house-to-house cage fish farming.   Initially, about 100 4m/4m sized cages will be set up that locals can install in their yards and begin fish culture.   While the practice of raising selected … Read more 02.02.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

31.01.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

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GOA Mhadei project turns centuries-old Mauli temple’s sacred tank into a pit   Tucked away in this sleepy village of Kankumbi is a small Mauli temple. From mythological times, it has been a popular pilgrimage centre of the region with pilgrims from three states—Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra—congregating for a holy dip in its sacred tank.   In … Read more 31.01.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

Goa : Tax and Economic Reforms

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Goa : Tax and Economic Reforms The economic liberalization in India , initiated in 1991, with principles of Liberalization , Privatization and Globalization (LPG) of the country’s economic policies, with the goal of making the economy more market and service-oriented and expanding the role of private and foreign investment. Specific changes include a reduction in import tariffs, … Read more Goa : Tax and Economic Reforms

21 & 22.01.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

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GOA As summer nears, Goa’s reservoirs over 80% full   As Goa prepares for the advent of summer and the weather has begun to heat up, the reservoirs of the five major dams in the state are in a good position, with all filled upto 80% of their capacity, according to data shared by the water … Read more 21 & 22.01.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

17.02.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

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GOA Hope for Goa’s biodiversity   There is wonderful wildlife news in India’s smallest state. Recently, this newspaper first reported that a family of smooth-coated otters (Lutrogale perspicillata) has taken residence in Pilerne’s Saulem lake. This water body has been plagued by widespread garbage dumping, sewage, and the same menace of haphazard construction that blights … Read more 17.02.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

08.02.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs

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  GOA Government to spend Rs 300 crore to procure quality mobile toilets: Parrikar   Stating that the government will spend Rs 300 crore in procuring quality mobile toilets having a biodigester system, chief minister Manohar Parrikar said that his endeavour would be to ensure that no house remains without a toilet by October 2.   Each … Read more 08.02.18 Goa(GoaPSC) Current Affairs