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Uttarakhand Uttrakhandkhand Govt to press for changes in CAMPA. Unhappy with the curbs imposed under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund (CAF) Act for the utilisation of funds accumulated under Compensatory Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA), state Forest Minister Harak Singh Rawat said amendments should be made to the Act so that states could have … Read more 06/07/2017 Uttarakhand current affairs
Uttarakhand Mascot designs for National Games finalised. The famous Monal bird of Uttarakhand and an athlete in action with mountains in the background will be the mascot and logo for the 38r National Games, which will be hosted by the state government in 2018. State would also hire foreign coaches and trainers … Read more 05/07/2017 UKPCS Daily Current Affairs
Foundation of the Mauryan Empire: The foundation of the Maurya Empire in 321 B.C. by Chandragupta Maurya was a unique event in history. Particularly in view of the fact that it was found shortly after Alexander’s victorious campaigns in North-West India during 327 B.C. – 325 B.C. There is no unanimity with regard to … Read more Mauryan Empire :- Chandragupta Maurya, Bindusar, Ashoka and his Dhamma; Decline of Mauryan Empire; Political, Social, Economic, and Cultural life etc. in Mauryan period.
Mahajanapadas The literal meaning of Mahajanapadas is great kingdoms. They flourished in the north/north western parts of India before the rise of Buddhism. Aryans have migrated into India long time back and there were regular friction between them and the non aryan tribes concerning, cattle, fodder, land etc. These tribes of Aryans were called as Janas … Read more Mahajanapadas and rise of Magadhan Empire
Uttarakhand Uttarakhand to gift books on Hanuman to VIPs, not flowers. Dignitaries who visit Uttarakhandwill now be greeted with books on the hill state instead of a bouquet of fresh flowers, the traditional token of welcome accorded to high-ranking guests. The purpose of the initiative is to ensure that inspiring stories of lives … Read more 03/07/2017 UKPCS Daily Current Affairs
The Indian constitution originally provided 7 categories of fundamental rights. But one fundamental right, that to property was removed from the list of fundamental rights by 44th amendment. Right to property now is an ordinary legal right. Thus there are now 6 categories of fundamental rights. These are: (1) Right to equality (Arts. 14-18). In … Read more Fundamental Rights and Duties
Uttarakhand U’khand gets award of excellence at international meet. Uttarakhand was conferred with the award of excellence at the 2nd Global Skill Development Summit held in Paris recently for innovations and extensive use of IT for skilling the state’s youth. Project Director of Uttarakhand Skill Development Committee Pankaj Kumar Pandey received the honour … Read more 02/07/2017 UKPCS Daily Current Affairs
Famous Fairs and Festivals FAIRS OF UTTARAKHAND Many fairs are held every year in Uttarakhand. The description of some :- Fairs held for Tourists entertainment Shree Govardhan pooja : most part of uttarakhand pooja organized for Lord Krishna . Grismotsava (Almora) : Held in summer . Sharadaotsava : its organized in Almora, Mussourie ,Ranikhet, … Read more Famous Fairs and Festivals of Uttarakhand
History of uttarakhand (Part 1) Uttarakhand the place which is known as ‘Land of gods’ or ‘ Devbhumi’. The Himalaya, believed to be the dwelling place of lord Shiva- the destroyer among the three principal gods of hindu trinity has drawn travellers and mystics alike since time immemorial.The names’ Manas’ ‘Kedarkhand’ and ‘ Kurmachal’ are … Read more Introduction of History of uttarakhand
FORESTS OF UTTARAKHAND Forests play an important role in the preservation of the earth and water and give protection to wild animals and make our lives blessed. Uttarakhand are rich in forest resources. Forest area in uttarakhand is around 34, 84,803 hectares (61.43%). There is 2000 medical herbs are found and near about 60 crore … Read more Forests OF Uttarakhand 2