Patna School of Painting (also known as Patna Qalaam/Patna Kalam/Company painting) is a style of Indian painting which existed in Bihar, India in the 18th and 19th centuries. It was the world’s first independent school of painting which dealt exclusively with the commoners and their lifestyle also helped Patna Kalam paintings gain in popularity. The …
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Pala dynasty ruled over Bihar and Bengal area from 8th to 12 century. Apart from being astute diplomats and military conquerors Pala rulers were also great patron of Art and architecture. The new style of Arts developed under their patronage are called Pala arts. The Pala arts can be discussed under following heads: Sculpture Terracotta figurines …
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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 …
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 …
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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Awareness in the field of IT and Computers: Digital infrastructure in India Government of India has been at the forefront of using technology in different aspects of governance, be it satellite based communication in 1980s or use of electronic messaging much before the advent of internet in the country or even the use of video conference …
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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