Panchayati Raj and Urban Administration in Uttarakhand.

Uttarakhand State has 3-tier PRI’s structure and comprises of 13 ZP, 95 BP and 7541 GP. Its legal basis is set out on the basis of the Uttar Pradesh Kshetra Panchayat and Zila Panchayat Act of 1961 and the Uttar Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act of 1947, as modified by the Uttarakhand Government under by the … Read more Panchayati Raj and Urban Administration in Uttarakhand.

20.12.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Min holds meet on eco tourism circuit   The Uttarakhand Eco Tourism Corporation will undertake the reconstruction of forest rest houses falling in the Kotdwar eco tourism circuit.   The Minister said that following the opening of a gate to Corbett national park at Kotdwar, while wildlife lovers and tourists will have to … Read more 20.12.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

Health Sector in Uttarakhand

Health Sector in Uttarakhand INTRODUCTION Uttarakhand is the 27th state of republic India which was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on 9th Nov, 2000. Uttarakhand is having 53, 483 sq. km area which has been divided in 13 districts divided in two divisions‟ Kumaun and Garhwal. Almora, Bageshwar, Champawat, Nainital, Pithoragarh and Udhamsinghnagar districts are … Read more Health Sector in Uttarakhand

Origin of the Monsoon:

  Classcial Theories: Halley’s Thermal concept: Indian monsoon is because of contrast between Indian Subcontinent and adjoining Indian Ocean. Halley’s theory, suggested in 1686, considers the summer monsoon to be a regional phenomenon. Aerological concept: This was suggested by R. Scherhag in 1948. According to this theory, monsoon circulation develops due to changes in air … Read more Origin of the Monsoon:

13-14.05.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND Central insurance for 20 lakh families of Uttarakhand, announces CM Rawat in Shimla   A central scheme, which was aimed at providing health insurance cover of Rs 5 lakh to 5.4 lakh identified economically weak families of Uttarakhand, will now include over 20 lakh families in Uttarakhand. A memorandum of understanding in this regard … Read more 13-14.05.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

05.10.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Tourism department to frame guidelines for trekkers   The tourism department is now going to frame new guidelines for trekking and, registration of tour operators including for a separate category of high altitude trekking tour operators.   The tourism department will be devising the norms with the consultation of forest department and other … Read more 05.10.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

21.08.2017 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

Uttarakhand     Uttarakhand industries seek tax exemption from state.   With the Centre announcing extension in tax exemption, Uttarakhand industries have sought for a similar gesture from the state government.   Manufacturers said that only 20% state industries will benefit from the Centre’s scheme of Direct Benefit Transfer as excise duty exemptions in Uttarakhand … Read more 21.08.2017 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

The Mauryas : Extent of empire, Kalinga War and its Impact; Asoka’s Dhamma, Foreign Policy, Development of Art & Architecture during the Mauryan period

  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 The Mauryas : Extent of empire, Kalinga War and its Impact; Asoka’s Dhamma, Foreign Policy, Development of Art & Architecture during the Mauryan period

Landforms

Three Geological divisions: The peninsular block The Himalayas and other Peninsular Mountains Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain   Peninsualar block is made of gneisses (metamorphic) and granites (igneous). Six physiographic divisions: The Northern and North-eastern Mountains The Northern Plain The Peninsular Plateau The Indian Desert The Coastal Plains The Islands Northern and North-Eastern Mountains Approximate length of the … Read more Landforms

31.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   State police set to re-launch op smile on feb 1   Enthused over the success of the Operation Smile launched first in the State on January 1, 2015 to recover the missing children and reunite them with their families or rehabilitate them at the Government-run homes, State Police are all set to re-launch … Read more 31.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs