Climate Change

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 which is … Read more

Biotechnology:- For Ras/Rts Mains Exam and Ras/RTS Prelims Exam

Smed-Prep This is the gene that is essential for correctly regenerating body parts among creatures. This research could prove vital in artificial regeneration of human organs. Loriciferans They are organisms found in the Mediterranean sea which live anaerobically. They are the first multi-cellular anaerobic organisms to be discovered.  

Global Warming

An increase in the average temperature of Earth’s near surface air and oceans since the mid-20th century 4th assessment report of IPCC: global temperature increased 74+0.18 degree C during the 20th century. Caused by greenhouse gases Water vapour, Co2, Methane, Nitrous Oxide, Ozone, CFCs (in order of abundance) Since the industrial revolution, the burning of … Read more

Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. for Ras Rts Mains Examination and Ras Rts Prelims Exam

Famous Personalities India in the Eighteenth Century Administrative Organization of the British Spread of Modern Education Socio Religious Reforms Revolt of 1857 Civil Rebellions and Tribal Uprisings Peasant Uprisings Rise of National Movement and Indian National Congress Moderator Phase in National Movement Freedom of Press Swadesi Movement The Split in the Congress Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909 Growth … Read more

De- Forestation. 4 marks 2008

Deforestation, clearance or clearing is the removal of a forest or stand of trees where the land is thereafter converted to a non-forest use. Examples of deforestation include conversion of forestland to farms, ranches, or urban use. Deforestation comes in many forms, including fires, clear-cutting for agriculture, ranching and development, unsustainable logging for timber, and … Read more