Non Metals

Non Metals As far as elements are concerned, a nonmetal is simply an element that does not display the properties of a metal. It is not defined by what it is, but by what it is not. It doesn’t look metallic, can’t be drawn into a wire or pounded into shape or bent, doesn’t conduct … Read more Non Metals

Minerals

Minerals Minerals are defined as solid, inorganic, naturally occurring substances with a definite chemical formula and general structure. Almost all chemical elements in the Earth’s crust are associated with at least one mineral. They vary in color, hardness, density, crystal form, crystal size, transparency, composition, location, and abundance. Some minerals are radioactive (uranophane), while others … Read more Minerals

Quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, standard of living and migration in India

Quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, standard of living and migration in India Human development—a comprehensive approach Human development is a process of enlarging people’s choices. But human development is also the objective, so it is both a process and an outcome. Human development implies that people must influence the processes that shape their lives. … Read more Quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, standard of living and migration in India

17.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Vast potential for micro and small enterprises in state, says CM   To facilitate and promote start up eco system in the State, the U’khand Govt launched a start up portal and entrepreneur mentorship programme at the start of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) .   Rawat said that women self help groups … Read more 17.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

15.02.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Start-up, nazul land policies approved   Uttarakhand Cabinet approved a new start-up policy to give boost to innovations in the field of agriculture, tourism, health, biodiversity, education, ayush and food processing.   The other important decisions that were approved by the Cabinet included a new nazul land policy, Uttarakhand Private Security Guards Policy … Read more 15.02.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

05.06.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Govt to provide potable water to all by 2022: pant   Uttarakhand Government is working on a plan to provide drinking water supply in every household till the year 2022, said the finance and drinking water Minster Prakash Pant while talking to the journalists at State party office on Wednesday. He accepted that … Read more 05.06.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

23.03.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Economic Survey presents rosy picture for jobless youth   The Economic Survey report  for the state  has projected a rosy future for the youth looking for jobs as the government is optimistic that a proposed investment of Rs 25,000 crore in SIDCUL will bring in job opportunities. The report mentions that the state … Read more 23.03.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

10-11.06.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   Aerostat Internet technology balloon launched in Doon   Uttarakhand on become the first state in the country to use aerostat balloon for Internet. Chief Minister Trivendra Rawat launched the aerostat Internet technology balloon at a function held at the IT park in Dehradun.   The aerostat Internet technology would be a big benefit … Read more 10-11.06.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

23.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

UTTARAKHAND   India, Uttarakhand and the World Bank sign $120 million Loan Agreement   The Government of India, the Government of Uttarakhand and the World Bank Board signed a $120 million Loan Agreement which will help increase access to improved water supply services in peri-urban areas in the State of Uttarakhand.   The Uttarakhand Water Supply Program … Read more 23.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs

Districts in Uttarakhand 2

Districts in Uttarakhand 2 Garhwal Garhwal is the northwestern region and administrative division of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand which is home to the Garhwali people. Lying in the Himalayas, it is bounded on the north by Tibet, on the east by Kumaon region, on the south by Uttar Pradesh state, and on the … Read more Districts in Uttarakhand 2