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1. Brahma Duly dowered girl to a man of the same class 2. Daiva Father gives daughter to a sacrificial priest as a part of his fee 3. Arsa A token bride price of a cow & a bull is given in place of the dowry 4. Prajapatya Father gives girl without dowry & without … Read more Different Forms of Marriage Practiced in Ancient India
The temperature is the measurement in degrees of how hot (or cold) a thing (or a place) is. The temperature of the atmosphere is not same across the Earth. It varies in spatial and temporal dimensions. The temperature of a place depends largely on the insolation received by that place. The interaction of insolation … Read more Horizontal and vertical distribution of temperature, inversion of temperature
When Carbon dioxide mixes with ocean water it lowers the pH and causes acidification. The level of atmospheric CO2 is increasing after industrial revolution . This increase in CO2 lowers the pH and hence the acidity. When CO2 reacts with H2O it forms weak carbonic acid. It furtherreacts with water to release bicarbonate ions and … Read more DMPQ:Ocean Acidification is one of the key effect of global warming. What is Ocean Acidification and How does it affect the marine ecosystem ?
In-situ conservation means maintenance of biodiversity in natural habitat whereas Ex-situ conservation emphasises the conservation of biodiversity outside natural habitat.The Indian Constitution entails the subject of forests and wildlife in the Concurrent list. The Federal Ministry acts as a guiding torch dealing with the policies and planning on wildlife conservation and Environmental Conservation, while the … Read more Environmental Conservation-in situ and ex situ conservation
Current Status It is the largest and fastest growing sector globally contributing to the global output and employing more people than any other sector Why has services sector grown? Increase in urbanisation, privatisation and more demand for intermediate and final consumer services Availability of quality services is vital for the well being of the economy … Read more Services
Ecology is defined “as a scientific study of the relationship of the living organisms with each other and with their environment.” The classical texts of the Vedic period such as the Vedas, the Samhitas, the Brahmanas and the Aranyakas-Upanishads contain many references to ecological concepts .The Indian treatise on medicine, the Caraka- Samhita … Read more ECOLOGY
JHARKHAND Govt gears up for skill summit on january 12 With three days left, the Government is all set to make Jharkhand Skill Summit a memorable event, if not more, as Global Investors Summit last year with Department of Higher, Technical Education and Skill Development leaving no stone unturned to make the event of … Read more 09.01.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (also known as CMS or the Bonn Convention, not to be confused with the Bonn Agreement) aims to conserve terrestrial, marine and avian migratory species throughout their range. It is an intergovernmental treaty, concluded under the aegis of the United Nations Environment Programme, associated … Read more DMPQ:BONN Convention
JHARKHAND 48,000 Schools In State To Contest For ‘Swacchta’ Tag Approximately 48,000 schools across the State that include Government schools, Government aided schools, private schools functioning in rural and urban belts this year will fight for the coveted ‘Swacchta’ awards. The programme being organised under the aegis of the ambitious Swaach Bharat … Read more 24.10.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
The biodiversity available at equator is highly unmatchable and it one of the riches area in terms of quanta and different types of flora and fauna. But this potential is difficult to translate into commercial extraction as Lack of pure strands as compared to taiga region. Every inch is filled with different kinds of tree. … Read more DMPQ-Despite having large biodiversity in equatorial region, lumbering and livestock farming is still difficult. Comment.
I Buddhist Council 500 BC at Ajatsataru . Record the Buddha’s sayings (sutra) and codify Rajgaha Presided by monastic rules (vinaya). Rajgaha is today’s Mahakasyapa Rajgir II Buddhist Council 383 BC at Kalasoka The conservative schools insisted on monastic Vaishali rules (vinaya). The secessionist Mahasangikas argued for more relaxed monastic rules.Rejection of the Mahasanghikas III … Read more Buddhist Councils
JHARKHAND Welcome To The Garbage Capital Of Jharkhand Bringing in the concept of initiating a cleanliness drive during the late night hours just before ‘Diwali’ to ensure cleanliness within urban vicinity, the solid waste management disposal system despite several alteration is again back to square one. Be it Kadru, Station Road, MG … Read more 22-23.10.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
It unites 183 countries in partnership with international institutions, civil society organizations (CSOs), and the private sector to address global environmental issues while supporting national sustainable development initiatives. The GEF provides grants for projects related to biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation, the ozone layer, and persistent organic pollutants. The GEF also serves as … Read more DMPQ: . Global environment facility.
Administrative system of Jharkhand People of Jharkhand have broadly three tier level of decision making process within the laws. Village council:-all the people residing in village are included into it. This is a primary traditional decision making process which is called village council or hatu dunub. Head of each village is called by unique name … Read more Administrative system of Jharkhand
The components of the ecosystem is categorised into abiotic of non-living and biotic of living components. Both the components of ecosystem and environment are same. Abiotic Components the inorganic and non-living parts of the world. consists of soil, water, air, and light energy etc. involves a ,large number of chemicals like oxygen, nitrogen-, … Read more Components of Ecosystem
JHARKHAND Cabinet nod to form sc panel The State Cabinet on Tuesday approved constituting the Scheduled Caste commission for the State. “The demand has been pending since the formation of the State. Around 40 lakh SCs residing in the State would be benefited with the decision. The Commission would formulate policies for their … Read more 21.02.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
JHARKHAND Skill development training centers at polytechnic colleges soon Elaborating the concept of Skill Development covering more numbers of youths, soon the Department of Higher, Technical and Skill Development will start Skill Development Training Centers under Prime Minister Kaushal Vikash Yojana (PMKVY) at 13 polytechnic college premises. According to the officials, before initiating … Read more 05.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
Convention on biodiversity is a multilateral treaty which was opened for signature on 5th June at earth summit. It entered into force in 1993. It is a legally binding treaty when a party has ratified it. The convention has basically three goals: Conservation of biological diversity Sustainable use of the components Fair and equitable sharing … Read more DMPQ: What is convention on Biodiversity? Explain the Principle of Commons? (Envt.)
INTERNATIONAL · India, Bangladesh, Russia Sign Pact For Rooppur Atomic Plant Indian companies can now participate in construction and installation works in the “non-critical” category for the Rooppur nuclear power plant in Bangladesh, according to the Russian atomic energy agency Rosatom. The Rooppur project is the first initiative under an Indo-Russian deal to undertake atomic energy … Read more 03.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
It is the long term change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods of time Though it has been happening naturally for millions of years, in recent years it has accelerated due to anthropogenic causes and has been causing global warming. UNFCCC defines climate change as – “a change of climate … Read more Climatic changes
JHARKHAND Cm directs to expedite construction of jharkhand bhawans Chief Minister Raghubar Das today directed his officials to build Jharkhand Bhawan in New Delhi before June 2019 and in Mumbai and Puri before December 2019. According to information, the construction of Jharkhand Bhawan will start in Bangla Sahib Lane, Connaught Place, Delhi before … Read more 24.11.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
Any – body of standing water, generally large enough in area and depth, irrespective of its hydrology, ecology, and other characteristics is generally known as lake. Ageing of Lakes The nutrient enrichment of the lakes promotes the growth of algae, aquatic plants and various fauna. This process is known as natural eutrophication. Similar nutrient … Read more LAKE ECOLOGY
With an objective to conserve the Olive Ridley Turtles, the UNDP Sea Turtle Project was initiated by Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun as the Implementing Agency in November 1999. The project is for 10 coastal state in India especially Odisha where it has contributed towards the preparation of a map of breeding sites of Sea … Read more DMPQ: UNDP sea turtle Project.
Sound is measured in decibels (dB). An increase of about 10 dB is approximately double the increase in loudness. A person’s hearing can be damaged if exposed to noise levels over 75 dB over a prolonged period of time. The World Health Organization recommends that the sound level indoors should be less than 30 … Read more Noise Pollution
JHARKHAND Mini-grid policy to help realise ‘power to all’ dream Looking for viable an alternate of conventional grid based power supply lines, especially in un-served and under served localities of the State, agencies like Centre for Environment and Energy Development (CEED), Jharkhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (JREDA) and the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation … Read more 10.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
JHARKHAND NHRC asks state governments to take steps to elimnate child marriage Worried over largescale prevalence of child-marriage in eastern states, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) asked the state governments to adopt ‘zero tolerance’ policy to curb the social menace. The commission also gave emphasis on strict enforcement of Prohibition of Child Marriage Act and to … Read more 07-08.01.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
Earthquakes occur when energy stored in elastically strained rocks is suddenly released. This release of energy causes intense ground shaking in the area near the source of the earthquake and sends waves of elastic energy, called seismic waves, throughout the Earth. Earthquakes can be generated by bomb blasts, volcanic eruptions, sudden volume changes in … Read more Earthquakes
Impact of climate change on Flora: All the plants/tree species requires a specific temperature for their life processes like germination of seed, growth, flowering, fruiting etc. Changes in temperature have changed this cycle. Trees which are unable to adjust to this change are becoming endangered and might get extinct if not saved. Because of the … Read more DMPQ- How climate change affect the fauna and flora of the country?
JHARKHAND Jharkhand CM hails administration, judiciary for welfare schemes Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das lauded the joint efforts made by the administration and the judiciary towards people’s welfare Gumla is the third place after Jamshedpur and Ranchi where the administration and the judiciary together launched camps to distribute welfare benefits among the beneficiaries. INTERNATIONAL … Read more 28.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
JHARKHAND No Bpl In Jharkhand By 2020, Vows CM Chief Minister Raghubar Das said at the State BJP executive committee meeting that the government is committed for Antyodaya in the State. He said that the government has been working for wiping out poverty from State and expressed hope of no BPL in Jharkhand by … Read more 18.10.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
JHARKHAND Colourful Cultural Fest Marks J’khand Mahotsav The Jharkhand Mahotsav being organised at Bharat Bhavan is one of the colourful cultural fest going on in Bhopal. Showcasing the rich heritage and culture of Jharkhand, the fest is all about their art and culture. The event marked its third day of the weeklong … Read more 26.10.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
They do not contain harmful chemicals that would cause air pollution. Components are replaced with others that are less dangerous and less harmful to the atmosphere. The idea was carried forward by a network of CSIR labs. The team came up with 3-4 formulations and looked at 30-40% of active materials which reduce particulate matter. … Read more DMPQ- Recently ‘Green Crackers’ term was in the news. What do you understand by the term Green Crackers?
JHARKHAND CM TO INAUGURATE ANNUAL KHADI MELA ON DEC 22 The much awaited annual Khadi fete is all set to enthrall the leisure buffs. The fair will be inaugurated by Chief Minister, Raghubar Das on December 22 at Morhabadi Ground in the presence of several dignitaries. Around 22 artisans from across the State … Read more 19.12.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
JHARKHAND Sanitation dept eyes odf sustainability in state After ensuring construction of sufficient number of toilets in rural belts, the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation is putting efforts from all fronts to maintain Open Defecation Free (ODF) sustainability in all such districts that have achieved the ODF status. Through engaging ample … Read more 01.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
Variable Climatic condition throughout the state has led to the development of different agricultural practices. Scientists have divided the state into following agro-climatic regions:- Western Agricultural Region:- It covers the sandy arid plains with low rainfall and thus about 70% of the net cropped area is under Kharif crops of bajra and pulses. This region … Read more Agro-climatic Regions of Rajasthan for Ras RTS Mains and Ras RTS Prelims exam
The Aryans came to India in several waves. The earliest wave is represented by the Rig Vedic people who appeared in the subcontinent in about 1500 BC. They came into conflict with the indigenous inhabitants called the Dravidians mentioned as Dasa or Dasyus in Rig Veda. The Rig Veda mentions the defeat of … Read more Origin of the Aryans
JHARKHAND Jharkhand government will market state’s minor forest produce: CM Raghubar Das Chief minister Raghubar Das on Sunday pledged to offer a helping hand to Jharkhand’s minor forest producers by selling a bulk of their yearly produce through the newly constituted Mukhayamantri Udyami Board. The Board will market the products of the state’s minor forest producers. Products such as … Read more 03.02.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
Jharkhand :An Historical Introduction Jharkhand: The Parha and the Manki Mundua system. Jharkhand: Influence of Arayans and British over Tribal Culture ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES of Jharkhand Modern history of Jharkhand after Independence Prehistory of Jharkhand PRESS & MAGAZINES of Jharkhand Jharkhand :Pre Independence Kingdoms Jharkhand : Language and Dialect Jharkhand : Famous Literature Jharkhand : Main … Read more Jharkhand History- for Jharkhand PCS Exam of JPSC
JHARKHAND Jharkhand budget session begins,Governor lists state’s achievements The Jharkhand government is committed to achieve the goals of women empowerment, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Jharkhand Skill Mission and Johar Yojana, Governor Droupadi Murmu said in her address to the Assembly on the inaugural day of the budget session. “Under Johar Yojana, the government is trying to … Read more 18.01.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
March 17, 2016 admin 0 Comments Treaty Signed/Into force Major Points Aarhus Convention on Access to information for public participation in decision making and access to justice in environmental matters 1998 Aarhus is a Danish city Adopted at the fourth ministerial conference in the ‘Environment for Europe’ process Links environmental rights and human rights India – No … Read more Important Environmental Treaties
The National Green Tribunal has been established on 18.10.2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010 for effective and expeditious disposal of cases relating to environmental protection and conservation of forests and other natural resources including enforcement of any legal right relating to environment and giving relief and compensation for damages to persons and property … Read more DMPQ: In the last decade NGT played a great role in rendering environment justice. In light of the statement, Suggest the role of NGT in last decade.
The Akali movement The movement arose with the objective of freeing the Gurudwaras from the control of ignorant and corrupt priests (mahants). Apart from the mahants, after the British annexation of Punjab in 1849, some control over the Gurudwaras was exercised by Government-nominated managers and custodians, who often collaborated with mahants. The government gave … Read more Struggles for Gurudwara Reform and Temple Entry
The Constitution of India begins with a Preamble which describes the nature of the Indian State and the objectives it is committed to secure. K.M. Munshi describes the Preamble as the political horoscope of the constitution. Thakur Dass Bhargawa says Preamble is the most precious part and the soul of the constitution. The Preamble reads: … Read more Preamble of the Indian Constitution (Secular, Democratic and Socialist-Philosophy behind It)
Lohit Ayas Copper Syam Ayas Iron Vanik Traders Gramini Village Head Bhagadugha Tax collector Sthapati Chief Judge Takshan Carpenter Niska Unit of currency Satamana Unit of currency Pana Term used for coin Shresthi Guilds Vihara Buddhist Monastery Chaitya Sacred Enclosure Pradeshika Head of district Administration Nagarka City administration Jesthaka Chief of a Guild Prathamakulika Chief … Read more Important Ancient Terms for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination
Eco-System-An ecosystem is defined as a structural and functional unit of biosphere consisting of community of living beings and the physical environment, both interacting and exchanging materials between them. It includes plants, trees, animals, fish, birds, micro-organisms, water, soil, and people. When an ecosystem is healthy (i.e. sustainable) it means that all the elements live … Read more Concept of Ecosystem, Structure and Function of Ecosystem
Rise of Indian National Congress Predecessors of INC East India Association By Dadabhai Naoroji in 1866 in London To discuss the Indian question and to influence the British public men to discuss Indian welfare Branches of the association in prominent Indian cities Indian Association Surendranath Banerjee and Ananda Mohan Bose in 1876, Calcutta The … Read more Indian National Congress
Training and Development: the employees to improve their knowledge and skill so as to be able to perform their tasks more efficiently is known as training. It is an organised activity for increasing the knowledge and skills of people for a specific purpose. The term ‘development ‘refers to the process of not only building up … Read more Training and Development
JHARKHAND CM, bhagat inaugurate ‘aadi mahotsav’ Chief Minister Raghubar Das alongwith Union Minister Sudarshan Bhagat today inaugurated the grand celebration of the spirit of tribal populace that showcases unique crafts, customs, cuisines of the community through annual fest ‘Aadi Mahotsav’. Jharkhand that registers sufficient number of ethnic groups, for the first time has … Read more 20.01.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs
The Rio Declaration was adopted in the conference recognizing the universal and integral nature of Earth and by establishing a global partnership among states and enlisting general rights and obligations on environmental protection. The Rio Declaration is a statement of 27 principles for the guidance of national environmental behaviour and enlisting general rights and obligations … Read more DMPQ:Rio Declaration.
It is the UN programme working towards a better urban future. Its mission is to promote socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements development and the achievement of adequate shelter for all. It reports to the United Nations General Assembly. United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat conference) is held once in bi-decennial … Read more DMPQ- Short note on UN Habitat