Miscellaneous

E–technology is broadly understood to include the Internet and related information technologies. E-Agriculture is a new area of knowledge emerging out of convergence of IT and farming techniques. It enhances the agricultural value chain through the application of Internet and related technologies.  Uses of IT in agriculture: Supporting new methods for precision agriculture like computerized farm machinery that …

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Animal rearing is the agricultural practice of breeding and raising livestock. It deals with the care and breeding of livestock like buffaloes, cows, pigs, horses, cattle, sheep, camels, goats, etc., that are useful to humans. Animal husbandry is an integral component of Indian agriculture, supporting livelihood of almost 55% of the rural population. India is the highest livestock owner of …

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Food processing: It is the set of methods and techniques used to transform raw ingredients into finished and semi-finished products.  Food processing is a branch of manufacturing wherein raw materials are transformed into intermediate foodstuffs or edible products through the application of scientific knowledge and technology. Food processing requires good quality raw materials from either …

Food processing and related industries in India (scope & significance, location, upstream-downstream requirements, supply chain management); Read More »

Irrigation is the artificial application of water to the soil or agricultural field. It is the replacement or supplementation of rainwater with another source of water. It is used in dry areas and during periods of inadequate rainfall.  Applications: to assist in the growth of agricultural crops and plants by maintaining with the minimum amount …

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Cropping Pattern: The physical diversities and plurality of cultures in India are also reflected in agricultural practices and cropping patterns in the country. Cropping Pattern can be defined as the proportion of area under various crops at a point of time. India has three cropping seasons — rabi, kharif and zaid. Rabi crops: These are …

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What is Intellectual Property? Intellectual Property (IP) refers to creations of mind such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs and symbols, names and images in commerce. By striking the right balance between the interests of innovators and wider public interest, the IP system aims to foster an environment in which creativity and innovation can …

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India is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. Its location and geographical features render it vulnerable to a number of natural hazards including cyclones, droughts, floods, earthquakes, forest fires, landslides and avalanches. Vulnerability Profile of India India is vulnerable, in varying degrees, to a large number of disasters. Around 59% of the …

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Definition of EIA: EIA  is the process of identifying, predicting, evaluating and mitigating the environmental, social, economic and other relevant effects (both beneficial and adverse) of development proposal prior to decision being taken and commitments made. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process of evaluating the likely environmental impacts of a proposed project or development, …

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‘Terrorism may be defined as the planned, organised and systematic use of violence as a means of coercion for political or religious or ideological purposes.’ Terrorism has become a global phenomenon, but all attempts in the past for arriving at an internationally accepted definition of terrorism have proved futile. This ambivalence is primarily due to …

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Q. The third battle of Panipat was fought in 1761. Why were so many empire-shaking battles fought at Panipat? 2014 Ans: Panipat and its adjacent region, located in present Haryana on the banks of the Yamuna and between the fertile plains of the Ganga and Indus rivers, have witnessed several battles. These battles changed the …

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