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Describe the main features of the Vedic education system and review its significance in present. (200 Words) [UPPSC 2019]
The Vedic system of education had evolved way back in ancient India and consisted of the following features: Gurukul System: It is a loose term for an informal setup under a guru's guidance, with the main theme of personalized learning and close interactions between teachers and students. Subjects oRead more
The Vedic system of education had evolved way back in ancient India and consisted of the following features:
Hindsight of the holistic development, personalized learning, and moral values-the Vedic educational system was underlining aspects of education that resonate so much in contemporary education. With the growing dimension and recognition nowadays to the social-emotional learning and experiential education, this ancient wisdom of the Vedic system can affect modern curriculums to produce well-rounded persons who can face today’s challenges. For this technological age of rapid advancement leading to loss and crises, the educational system of Vedas resonates enormously.
See lessWhat is India’s plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme? (150 words) [UPSC 2019]
The plan of India to set up its own space station by the name of Bhartiya Antariksha Station, BAS is another milestone in the ambitious space exploration efforts of the country. Here's how it will benefit India's space program: Scientific Research: Microgravity will be the perfect space to accommodaRead more
The plan of India to set up its own space station by the name of Bhartiya Antariksha Station, BAS is another milestone in the ambitious space exploration efforts of the country. Here’s how it will benefit India’s space program:
- Scientific Research: Microgravity will be the perfect space to accommodate highly sophisticated scientific investigations; long-duration experiments will be possible for the first time. Areas include physics, materials science, and life sciences promising the potential for scientific breakthroughs or new technologies.
- Technological Developments: The space station will form a stepping stone for innovation in design, spacecraft life support systems, and sustainable technologies in space habitation, thus enhancing overall space capabilities of India.
- Economic Benefits: The project shall create employment, shall increase investment in R&D, and will prove helpful in developing a skilled workforce. This shall also position India as one of the key players in the space industry.
- Motivate Youth: BAS is going to inspire Indian students to take up careers in Space Science and Engineering. Indian students are bound to be enthused by such missions as they reflect ambitions and success. Which will enhance the country’s landscape of STEM education.
- Commercial Hub: BAS, India will emerge as a leader in the space economy with all the ensuing businesses, such as satellite launching, space tourism, and research for private companies.
See lessGive the names of Lander and Rover of Chandrayaan-3.
The Vikram is the lander of the Chandrayaan-3, and Pragyan is the rover that was deployed from the Vikram lander onto the lunar surface. Vikram is equipped with various payloads to carry out experiments on the surface of the Moon after the soft landing from Pragyan.
The Vikram is the lander of the Chandrayaan-3, and Pragyan is the rover that was deployed from the Vikram lander onto the lunar surface. Vikram is equipped with various payloads to carry out experiments on the surface of the Moon after the soft landing from Pragyan.
See lessHow many types of earth resources satellite are there? Describe briefly.
Earth resource satellites are supposed to monitor and collect data on the natural resources, environment, and human activity of Earth. These are taken into different types considering the nature of data collected and the technology used. These types include: Optical Satellites Purpose: They record iRead more
Earth resource satellites are supposed to monitor and collect data on the natural resources, environment, and human activity of Earth. These are taken into different types considering the nature of data collected and the technology used. These types include:
Purpose: They record images of the Earth’s surface using visible and infrared light.
Usage: Used mainly for vegetation monitoring, urban planning, agriculture, and land-use studies.
Examples: Landsat series, Sentinel-2.
Function: It uses radar signals to map the Earth’s surface; it can look through clouds and functions under all weather conditions even at night.
Usage: Terrain mapping, monitoring deforestation, land subsidence, movements of ice sheets, and locating oil spills.
Examples: Sentinel-1, RADARSAT.
Function: The satellites can capture the wide spectrum of light and spread it over hundreds of narrow bands, so they can detect the chemical composition and specific material.
Usage: It is used for mineral exploration, agricultural analysis, discovery of pollution, and water quality monitoring.
Examples: EO-1 Hyperion, PRISMA.
Function: They can measure the thermal (infrared) radiation emitted by objects on Earth by sensing surface temperatures.
Usage: It is used for monitoring wildfires, urban heat islands, volcanic activities, and changes in ocean temperature.
Examples: Landsat 8’s TIRS (Thermal Infrared Sensor), ASTER.
Function: Surface height of Earth distance, with a special focus on oceans, using radar or laser altimetry.
Applications: Sea level rise studies, oceanic circulation, ice sheet height monitoring, among others, and elevation changes over land.
Examples: Jason series CryoSat
All types of satellites yield rather different kinds of measurements and are often complemented with one another to achieve a more detailed understanding of Earth’s resources and environment.
See lessDiscuss the essentials of the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act and anomalies, if any, that have led to recent reported conflicts between the elected representatives and the institution of the Lieutenant Governor in the administration of Delhi. Do you think that this will give rise to a new trend in the functioning of the Indian federal politics? (200 words) [UPSC 2016]
The 69th Constitutional Amendment Act in 1991 gives Delhi special status that establishes it as the National Capital Territory (NCT) with a Legislative Assembly. That means while an elected government is enabled to govern Delhi, there was inculcation of the office of Lieutenant Governor (LG) that isRead more
The 69th Constitutional Amendment Act in 1991 gives Delhi special status that establishes it as the National Capital Territory (NCT) with a Legislative Assembly. That means while an elected government is enabled to govern Delhi, there was inculcation of the office of Lieutenant Governor (LG) that is the representative of the President. The Act divided powers between the elected representatives and the LG. Important areas such as public order, police, and land, however, have been retained within the LG’s domain, often leading to jurisdictional disputes.
The anomalies stem from the fuzzy demarcation of powers between the LG and the elected government. The LG enjoys a level of autonomy and is allowed to seek reference to the President in case of a difference of opinion with the Delhi government. This has led to frequent clashes, with elected representatives arguing that the LG’s role undermines the democratic mandate of the Assembly. The conflict came brightly to the fore in the last few years when governance issues began to erupt into disputes between the Delhi government and the Centre, seeking increased autonomy.
This might mark a new trend in Indian federal politics where the tug of war between central control and state autonomy will often resurface. This is likely to be followed by puzzlement regarding the distribution of powers in Union Territories like Delhi with elected governments, thus opening avenues for possible constitutional reforms to clarify governance structures.
See lessExplain the factors responsible for the origin of ocean currents. How do they influence regional climates, fishing, and navigation? (200 words) [UPSC 2015]
Ocean currents mainly result from the interaction of wind forces, that are basically driven by temperature differences arising from the heating of solar radiation, and the Coriolis effect due to Earth's rotation. This means a combination of factors induce the large-scale movements of water around thRead more
Ocean currents mainly result from the interaction of wind forces, that are basically driven by temperature differences arising from the heating of solar radiation, and the Coriolis effect due to Earth’s rotation. This means a combination of factors induce the large-scale movements of water around the world. Besides these, variations in the density of water, based on their temperature and salinity, contribute to inducing the vertical circulation, often referred to as thermohaline circulation, which then contributes to governing the global climate and marine ecosystems.
- Effects on climate: Warm Ocean currents, as the Gulf Stream, transfer warmth from equatorial regions toward higher latitudes, warming local conditions there by moderating coastal climates. Conversely, cold ocean currents cool adjacent areas and may even be responsible for more moderate or cooler coastal climates. S
- Fishing Impact: Ocean currents help in the nutrient upwelling within some regions where cold, nutrient-ice water rises towards the surface. In such up-welling zones, there is such rich fishery as plankton blooms thrive, attracting large fish population and in creating marine biodiversity, making them critical for global fisheries.
- Navigation Implications: Ocean currents also affect maritime navigation. The navigators must make considerations regarding the currents when charting routes since such influence a lot of changes in relation to speed because their forces can act in a manner that increases or hinders travel.
See lessWhat is Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act ? Has Government of India followed it? [Answer Limit: 50 words] [UKPSC 2023]
Fiscal discipline is imposed by the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act 2003 which sets targets for reductions in both fiscal and revenue deficits. Still, during these economic crises, these targets are neither achieved nor met, thereby raising criticism about its strict implementRead more
Fiscal discipline is imposed by the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act 2003 which sets targets for reductions in both fiscal and revenue deficits. Still, during these economic crises, these targets are neither achieved nor met, thereby raising criticism about its strict implementation during government efforts.
See lessDiscuss the role of public transportation in addressing urban mobility issues.
Public transportation plays a critical role in tackling urban mobility issues by being able to move the massive population of Urban centres efficiently across the place and it comes with many advantages which make it a good companion to private vehicles. It’s advantages are such: Traffic CongestionRead more
Public transportation plays a critical role in tackling urban mobility issues by being able to move the massive population of Urban centres efficiently across the place and it comes with many advantages which make it a good companion to private vehicles. It’s advantages are such:
However, high initial investment costs, and then the issue of urban sprawl are some of the challenges that will have to be worked through. On a whole, Public transportation forms one of the critical elements in developing sustainable urban mobility, enhancing air quality, and improving the lifestyle of residents.
See lessDiscuss the role of public transportation in addressing urban mobility issues.
Public transportation plays a critical role in tackling urban mobility issues by being able to move the massive population of Urban centres efficiently across the place and it comes with many advantages which make it a good companion to private vehicles. It’s advantages are such: Traffic CongestionRead more
Public transportation plays a critical role in tackling urban mobility issues by being able to move the massive population of Urban centres efficiently across the place and it comes with many advantages which make it a good companion to private vehicles. It’s advantages are such:
However, high initial investment costs, and then the issue of urban sprawl are some of the challenges that will have to be worked through. On a whole, Public transportation forms one of the critical elements in developing sustainable urban mobility, enhancing air quality, and improving the lifestyle of residents.
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