General Science for APPSC Prelims Exam

Non Alignment Movement

  One of the basic tenets of our foreign policy has been non-alignment. As an element of foreign policy non-alignment m e a n s i n d e p e n d e n t o f b l o c s , peaceful coexistence, global peace, disarmament, struggle against all manifestations of injustices … Read more Non Alignment Movement

Trade Patterns of Rajasthan

  Trade is known as the exchange of commodities and services. Prosperity of a State/Nation depends on the Balance of Trade. Trade play an important role in the development of the state and is dependent on several factors such as:- Means of Communication Education and Literacy level in the society Transport Network Surplus Production Diversity … Read more Trade Patterns of Rajasthan

Dholpur (Rajasthan) :-Geographical, Historical and Economic Prespective

Dholpur (Rajasthan) District is a district of Rajasthan state in Northern India. The town of Dholpur (Rajasthan) is the district headquarters. Dhaulpur became a separate district in 1982 Dholpur (Rajasthan) according to the Epics was initially known as Dhawalgiri and later on Dhaulagir, and now as Dholpur (Rajasthan). Before the battle of Mahabharat this whole area was under the Yadavs. Whose different … Read more Dholpur (Rajasthan) :-Geographical, Historical and Economic Prespective

Wavell Plan & Shimla Conference- For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

In May 1945, Lord Wavell, the Viceroy of India, went to London and discussed his ideas about the future of India with the British administration. The talks resulted in the formulation of a plan of action that was made public in June 1945. The plan is known as Wavell Plan. The Plan suggested reconstitution of … Read more Wavell Plan & Shimla Conference- For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

Simon Commission (1927)

Indian Statutory Commission chaired by Simon to go into the question of further constitutional reform All its seven members were Englishmen. Clement Attlee was one of the members. Lord Birkinhead was the secretary of state at that time At its Madras session in 1927 INC decided to boycott the commission “at every stage and in … Read more Simon Commission (1927)

Revolt of 1857-For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

Revolt of 1857 During the Governor-General Lord Canning May 11, 1857. The Meerut incident. Capture of Delhi. Proclaiming B S Jazar as the emperor. Almost half the Company’s sepoy strength of 232224 opted out of their loyalty to their regimental colours. Kanpur: Nana Saheb; Lucknow: Begum Hazrat Mahal; Bareilly: Khan Bahadur; Jagdishpur (Ara): Kunwar Singh; … Read more Revolt of 1857-For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

Biomes and Its types

Biome The terrestrial part of the biosphere is divisible into enormous regions called biomes, which are characterized, by climate, vegetation, animal life and general soil type. No two biomes are alike. The most important climatic factors are temperature and precipitation. Tundra- Northern most region  adjoining the ice bound  poles. Devoid of trees except stunted shrubs … Read more Biomes and Its types

POVERTY

 

  • Following elements mainly affect the magnitude of the poverty ration
    • The nutrition norm in the base year
    • Price deflator used to update the poverty line
    • Pro rata adjustment in the number of households in different expenditure classes to determine the number of households below and above poverty line.
  • Agricultural wage earners, small and marginal farmers and casual workers engaged in non-agricultural activities constitute the bulk of the rural poor

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The Mauryas : Extent of empire, Kalinga War and its Impact; Asoka’s Dhamma, Foreign Policy, Development of Art & Architecture during the Mauryan period

  Foundation of the Mauryan Empire: The foundation of the Maurya Empire in 321 B.C. by Chandragupta Maurya was a unique event in history. Particularly in view of the fact that it was found shortly after Alexander’s victorious campaigns in North-West India during 327 B.C. – 325 B.C. There is no unanimity with regard to … Read more The Mauryas : Extent of empire, Kalinga War and its Impact; Asoka’s Dhamma, Foreign Policy, Development of Art & Architecture during the Mauryan period