Union Territories (UTs) in India are centrally administered regions under direct control of the Union Government, and they were initially created through the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act (1956) and the States Reorganization Act (1956). Current Union Territories Andaman and Nicobar … Continue reading →

Located on Elephanta Island (historically known as Gharapuri, meaning “city of caves”), are a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in Mumbai Harbour. Likely constructed between the 5th and 7th centuries CE during the rule of the Kalachuri or Chalukya dynasty. … Continue reading →

Bauxite is the ore of  aluminium, and  deposits of Bauxite are mainly associated with laterite regions (hills/plateaus) Major Producers Orissa Orissa is the largest producer, accounting for about 50% of the country’s total bauxite production. The main bauxite belt is … Continue reading →

It is an international treaty formed in the Rio Earth Summit ( 1992) to coordinate the global response to climate change. Headquarters: Bonn, Germany Objectives The primary role of UNFCCC is to provide a framework for negotiating specific international treaties, … Continue reading →

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a flagship government scheme to promote rooftop solar installations for households, and it was launched in 2024. Under the Ministry of  New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) It is a central sector scheme. The … Continue reading →

The 106th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2023, reserves one-third of seats for women in the Lok Sabha, state legislative assemblies, and the Delhi Legislative Assembly. It aims to boost women’s political participation amid India’s patriarchal landscape. Known as Nari Shakti Vandan … Continue reading →