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Asked: July 16, 2024In:
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Winning of ‘Hearts and Minds’ in terrorism affected areas is an essential step in restoring the trust of the population. Discuss the measures adopted by the Government in this respect as part of the conflict resolution in Jammu and Kashmir.

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  1. Aqid Khan
    Aqid Khan Begginer

    Conflict Resolution in Jammu & Kashmir The conflict in Jammu & Kashmir is a complex issue with deep historical, political, and social roots. Resolving it necessitates a multifaceted approach that addresses the core concerns of all stakeholders.   Key elements of a potential resolution iRead more

    Conflict Resolution in Jammu & Kashmir

    The conflict in Jammu & Kashmir is a complex issue with deep historical, political, and social roots. Resolving it necessitates a multifaceted approach that addresses the core concerns of all stakeholders.

     

    Key elements of a potential resolution include:

    Political Dialogue: Inclusive and meaningful dialogue between India, Pakistan, and the people of Jammu & Kashmir is essential. This would involve addressing core issues such as the region’s political status, autonomy, and self-determination.

    Humanitarian Concerns: Prioritizing the welfare of the people of Jammu & Kashmir is paramount. This includes addressing human rights abuses, improving the region’s socio-economic conditions, and fostering reconciliation.

    Confidence-Building Measures: Building trust between India and Pakistan is crucial for progress. Confidence-building measures such as increased trade, cultural exchanges, and people-to-people contact can help create a conducive environment for dialogue.

    Terrorism: Addressing the issue of cross-border terrorism is essential for any lasting solution. Effective counter-terrorism measures and cooperation between India and Pakistan are crucial.

    It is important to note that any sustainable solution must be acceptable to all parties involved and must address the aspirations of the people of Jammu & Kashmir.

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Siddhant29
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Asked: July 25, 2024In: ,
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What are the various Renewable Source of Energy in India? How much are they contributing to the total energy production in India per year?

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  1. Monk_Ankit
    Monk_Ankit Begginer
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    Renewable energies are those energies which do not vanish when used and continuously get replenished like Solar energy, Wind energy, geothermal and Tidal energy. Indian Geography, lying in tropical and subtropical regions surrounded by sea from three sides is blessed with plenty of resources. SolarRead more

    Renewable energies are those energies which do not vanish when used and continuously get replenished like Solar energy, Wind energy, geothermal and Tidal energy.

    Indian Geography, lying in tropical and subtropical regions surrounded by sea from three sides is blessed with plenty of resources.

    • Solar energy: — Annually Indian cities get an average of 2300 hours of sunshine with max in Gujarat and Rajasthan having around 3000 hours of sunshine.
    • Hydroelectric energy: — India has many perennial and rainfed rivers which power hydroelectric power plants.
    • Wind energy: — India ranks 4th in installed wind power capacity. With a vast expanse, India’s geography supports the harnessing of wind energy. Most wind farms are located onshore in the southern and western parts of India.
    • Tidal energy: – India has a high potential for harnessing tidal energy, the Gulf of Cambay in Gujarat and the Gangetic Delta in the Bay of Bengal are tidal ranges with strong tides.
    • Geothermal Energy: — Most of the geothermal energy sources in India are in the Himalayan ranges like Tapovan in Uttarakhand and Puga Valley in Ladakh.
    • 40% of total energy is produced by renewable energy sources in India.

    India has abundant sources and the potential to harness renewable energy resources, there is much scope for R&D and infra push in this sector. world struggling with climate change, clean energy from renewable sources of energy is the need of hour.

     

     

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MeetBegginer
Asked: July 20, 2024In:
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Explain why Comics haven’t gotten as popular in India as they did in America.

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  1. Harish Kb
    Harish Kb Begginer

    Comics in India haven't achieved the same level of popularity as in America due to several factors: Cultural Differences: Indian storytelling traditions and preferences have historically leaned towards literature, films, and television, which often overshadowed comics. Market Saturation: The AmericaRead more

    Comics in India haven’t achieved the same level of popularity as in America due to several factors:

    1. Cultural Differences: Indian storytelling traditions and preferences have historically leaned towards literature, films, and television, which often overshadowed comics.
    2. Market Saturation: The American comic industry has a long history and established characters with a broad appeal. In contrast, India’s comic industry is relatively young and fragmented.
    3. Distribution Challenges: Comics in India faced distribution issues and limited availability, affecting their reach and growth compared to the well-established distribution channels in the U.S.
    4. Economic Factors: Lower disposable incomes and varying spending habits have impacted the market for comics in India, where other forms of entertainment might be prioritized.
    5. Educational System: The Indian education system traditionally emphasized textbooks over comics, limiting early exposure to the medium.

    Despite these challenges, comics are gaining traction in India with increasing interest and digital platforms expanding their reach.

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Anonymous
Asked: July 20, 2024In:
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Why does sanitation lacks in India? 

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  1. Akshita Srivastava
    Akshita Srivastava Begginer

    Sanitation in India faces several challenges due to a combination of several factors based on historical,socio economic and infrastructural reasons Here are some key reasons:   Population Density: With increasing population,India is now the largest country population wise.But ,with the emergingRead more

    Sanitation in India faces several challenges due to a combination of several factors based on historical,socio economic and infrastructural reasons Here are some key reasons:

     

    Population Density: With increasing population,India is now the largest country population wise.But ,with the emerging population in the urban and rural areas does not have the adequate waste management system for the tons of waste produced daily.

     

    Poverty and Inequality: Many people in India live in poverty and do not have access to basic sanitation facilities. Inequality in resource distribution is also one of the factors that arises sanitation problems.

     

    Infrastructure: Inadequate infrastructure in many regions, particularly in rural areas and informal settlements .Though ,India is on its developing stage still in many rural areas people do not have washrooms and thus face sanitation problems.

     

    Awareness and Education: Lack of awareness and education about the importance of sanitation and hygiene practices contributes to poor sanitary conditions.

     

    Cultural Practices: Traditional practices and beliefs can sometimes hinder the adoption of modern sanitation solutions.People do not accept the changes that are judicial for their well being but stick on to historical beliefs.

     

    Government and Policy Implementation: While there are policies and programs aimed at improving sanitation, inconsistent implementation and governance issues can impede progress.

     

    Efforts like the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Mission) have been launched to address these challenges, aiming to improve sanitation across the country through building toilets, promoting hygiene, and creating awareness.

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Ashwini Kumar Singh
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Ashwini Kumar SinghBegginer
Asked: July 18, 2024In: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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How positively or negatively has the colonialism impacted the Indian culture?

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  1. Piyush Maurya
    Piyush Maurya Begginer

    Indian culture was greatly influenced by colonialism especially by the British colonial rule and this had its negative and positive effects. Despite being exploitative, colonialism led to major transformations in different spheres of Indian society. Positive Impacts • Introduction of Western EducatiRead more

    Indian culture was greatly influenced by colonialism especially by the British colonial rule and this had its negative and positive effects. Despite being exploitative, colonialism led to major transformations in different spheres of Indian society.
    Positive Impacts
    • Introduction of Western Education: The British made establishments of schools and universities so they introduced modern education. Some of the early institutions include the University of Calcutta established in the year 1857 and the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
    • Social Reforms:Colonial rule, led to a situation where there were various social reform movements across the globe particularly in England.Posters and pamphlets which discouraged practices such as Sati and child marriage were made by preformationists like Raja Ram Mohan Roy leading to the formation of early laws that banned matters like Sati in 1829.
    • Legal and Administrative Reforms: Codification of laws and bringing in the modern system of administration facilitated the process of unification and modernization of Indian legal and bureaucratic systems.
    Negative Impacts
    • Cultural Degradation:Colonial policies often undermined traditional Indian culture. The imposition of English as the medium of instruction. This act made the English language to be more dominant and virtually replaced local languages and literature.
    • Economic Exploitation: The economic policies of Britain cliqued the developmental process of the traditional industries of India particularly textile etc. and due to which the rate of poverty and famine also increased. The idea discussed by Dadabhai Naoroji concerning the drain of wealth described the economic colonization by foreign rulers.
    • Social Disruption: Division of people into groups(Divide and rule policy) was one of the main aspects of British ruling policies that resulted in long-term division of the society. One of the policies that divided people along religious line is the partition of Bengal in 1905.
    Colonialism had different impacts on Indian culture which were either beneficial or detrimental. On one hand, it introduced the system of current education and social change; on the other, it led to cultural declination and economic exploitation. Primarily, colonization disrupted Indian society and its consequences are still evident in different forms in present day society.

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harshasri nakka
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harshasri nakkaBegginer
Asked: July 20, 2024In:
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  1. Rahul Mathew
    Rahul Mathew Begginer

    Arjuna Award,officially known as Arjuna Awards for Outstanding performance in Sports and Games. It is the second highest sporting honour in India.It is named after Arjuna,one of the characters of the epic Mahabharata of India.It was named by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs ,Government of InRead more

    Arjuna Award,officially known as Arjuna Awards for Outstanding performance in Sports and Games.

    It is the second highest sporting honour in India.It is named after Arjuna,one of the characters of the epic Mahabharata of India.It was named by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs ,Government of India.

    The nomination for these awards are recieved from all nationally recognised sports organisations,state and union territory governments.Recipients are selected by a committee of the ministry of sports.

    The main categories to recieve this award are :-

    • good performance in sports over a period of 4 years at international level.
    • qualities of leadership,motivation and discipline

    Award consists of bronze statue of Arjuna,certificate ,ceremonial dress,cash prize of  rupees 15 lakhs.

    It was instituted in the year 1961 and over the years,the award has undergone a lot of changes.

    1977-it was expanded to include all category of sports

    1995-it was expanded to include parasports

    2002-lifetime recognition category led to the introduction of a seperate Dhyan Chand Lifetime Recognition Award.

     

    Usually only 15 awards are given every year ,relaxing in case of excellent performance in multisport events,team sports or across gender.

    Some of the Arjuna Award Winners from 2023:-

    Parul Chaudhary (Athletics)

    Mohammad Shami  (Cricket)

     

     

     

     

     

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RON BONNKE
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RON BONNKEBegginer
Asked: July 21, 2024In: , , , , , , ,
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Suggest me a best one.?

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    The most significant barrier to accessing quality education in many communities is often a lack of resources. This can include inadequate funding for schools, insufficient access to educational materials and technology, poorly trained teachers, and inadequate infrastructure. These factors contributeRead more

    The most significant barrier to accessing quality education in many communities is often a lack of resources. This can include inadequate funding for schools, insufficient access to educational materials and technology, poorly trained teachers, and inadequate infrastructure. These factors contribute to a learning environment that does not support the full potential of students. Additionally, socioeconomic disparities can further exacerbate these challenges, limiting access to quality education for underprivileged groups.

    Suggestion for Improvement: Invest in upgrading school facilities, provide essential learning materials, and ensure access to modern technology. This can be achieved through government funding, public-private partnerships, and community-driven initiatives to create a more conducive learning environment for students.

    Communities can enhance educational infrastructure by:

    1. Fundraising: Organizing events for school improvements and resources.
    2. Volunteering: Contributing time for school maintenance, tutoring, and activities.
    3. Partnerships: Collaborating with businesses for financial and technical support.
    4. Advocacy: Pushing for better government funding and educational policies.
    5. Parental Involvement: Engaging parents in school activities and decisions.
    6. Mentorship: Offering guidance and support to students.

    Active community participation fosters a better educational environment.

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Shaguftha Farha
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Shaguftha FarhaBegginer
Asked: July 13, 2024In:
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How do you perceive the role of women in the workforce in India today compared to a decade ago?

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  1. afreen zakiya
    afreen zakiya Begginer

    Over the past decade, the role of women in the Indian workforce has undergone significant transformation. Historically constrained by societal norms and limited opportunities,  today's landscape is markedly different. Increased access to education and professional training has empowered more women tRead more

    Over the past decade, the role of women in the Indian workforce has undergone significant transformation. Historically constrained by societal norms and limited opportunities,  today’s landscape is markedly different. Increased access to education and professional training has empowered more women to pursue careers in diverse fields. Government initiatives, such as the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme and various gender equality laws, have bolstered female participation in the workforce.

    Tech and startup sectors have seen a noticeable influx of women, challenging traditional gender roles. Companies are increasingly recognizing the value of diversity, implementing policies like flexible work hours and maternity benefits to attract and retain female talent. Despite these advancements, challenges persist. Women often face wage disparities, under-representation in leadership roles, and balancing professional responsibilities with traditional family expectations.

    Cultural shifts are slowly occurring, with more families supporting women’s career ambitions. However, rural areas still lag behind urban centers in terms of opportunities and acceptance. Overall, the last decade has seen a positive trend towards greater inclusion of women in the workforce, though sustained efforts are needed to overcome persistent barriers and achieve true gender parity.

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kavita kumari
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Asked: July 14, 2024In: , , , , , , , , ,
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What significant challenges does climate change pose for India, considering its geographical diversity, population size, and economic structure?

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  1. Poulami Roy
    Poulami Roy Begginer

    Challenges:   Extreme Weather Events: Increased frequency and intensity of events like cyclones, floods, and droughts can disrupt lives, damage infrastructure, and affect agriculture. Agricultural Impact: Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns threaten crop yields, affecting food secRead more

    Challenges:

     

    1. Extreme Weather Events: Increased frequency and intensity of events like cyclones, floods, and droughts can disrupt lives, damage infrastructure, and affect agriculture.
    2. Agricultural Impact: Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns threaten crop yields, affecting food security and the livelihoods of millions of farmers.
    3. Water Scarcity: Melting glaciers and altered rainfall patterns can lead to water shortages, impacting drinking water supply, agriculture, and hydropower generation.
    4. Health Risks: Rising temperatures and pollution levels can exacerbate health issues, including heat strokes, respiratory problems, and the spread of vector-borne diseases.
    5. Economic Losses: Climate-related disasters can result in significant economic losses, straining public finances and hampering development efforts.
    6. Biodiversity Loss: Climate change can lead to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity, threatening wildlife and ecosystems that are crucial for environmental balance.

     

    Opportunities:

     

    1. Renewable Energy Development: India has vast potential for solar, wind, and hydropower. Investing in renewable energy can reduce dependence on fossil fuels, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and create jobs.
    2. Sustainable Agriculture: Implementing climate-smart agricultural practices can improve resilience, increase productivity, and ensure food security.
    3. Water Management: Developing efficient water management systems, such as rainwater harvesting, improved irrigation, and wastewater recycling, can address water scarcity issues.
    4. Green Infrastructure: Investing in green infrastructure like urban forests, green roofs, and sustainable transport can enhance climate resilience and improve urban living conditions.
    5. Disaster Preparedness: Strengthening early warning systems and disaster response mechanisms can reduce the impact of extreme weather events and save lives and property.
    6. Innovation and Technology: Promoting research and development in climate-resilient technologies can drive innovation and support sustainable growth.
    7. International Collaboration: Engaging in global climate initiatives and partnerships can bring in financial and technical support, enhancing India’s capacity to tackle climate change.

     

    India faces significant challenges due to climate change, but with strategic planning and investment in sustainable practices and technologies, the country can turn these challenges into opportunities for growth and development.

     

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