Periyar Tiger Reserve

Location: Idukki, Kerala Main Rivers: Mullayar and Periyar. Associated Tribal Community: Mannans, Paliyans, Malayarayans, Mala Pandarams, Uralis, and Ulladans. Vegetation: Tropical evergreen, semi- evergreen, and moist deciduous forest. Fauna: Elephants, Sambar, Gaur, Mouse Deer, Indian Wild Dog, and Tiger. Source: … Continue reading →

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Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR)

A Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) is a type of nuclear reactor that uses fast (high‑energy) neutrons to sustain the fission chain reaction and, at the same time, “breeds” more fissile fuel than it consumes, thereby enhancing the efficiency of nuclear … Continue reading →

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Hailstorms

A hailstorm is a type of precipitation in which ice pellets (hailstones) fall from the sky during thunderstorms, especially from Cumulonimbus Clouds. They are most common in the midlatitudes. Conditions For  Formation Presence of intense thunderstorms Strong vertical air currents … Continue reading →

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Article 25: Freedom of Conscience and Free Profession, Practice and Propagation of Religion

Article 25 says that all persons (, both citizens and noncitizens) are equally entitled to freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice and propagate religion. Forms part of Articles 25–28 under “Right to Freedom of Religion” in … Continue reading →

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