Elephant Corridors in India
Elephant corridors are narrow strips of natural habitat that connect two or more larger elephant habitats. Elephant corridors are part of Project Elephant Importance of Elephant Corridors Maintain habitat connectivity and prevent isolation of elephant populations. Facilitate gene flow, helping … Continue reading
Leprosy
Fact: Leprosy is one of the oldest diseases in recorded history. Cause: Bacteria called Mycobacterium Leprae Areas of Infection: Skin, Peripheral nerves, Upper respiratory tract, and Lining of the nose. Mode of Transmission: Mainly by breathing airborne droplets from affected … Continue reading
GOBARdhan Scheme (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan)
Source: The Hindu
Buxa Tiger Reserve
Location: West Bengal. Its northern boundary runs along the international border with Bhutan. Naming: It got its name from Buxa Fort, which is located on the Sinchula Range. Ecosystem “Terai Ecosystem” constitutes a part of this reserve. It serves as … Continue reading
G7 Grouping
The G7 (Group of Seven) is an informal forum of the world’s most advanced economies — France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Japan, the US, and Canada. Key Features Informal Grouping: No formal treaty, no permanent secretariat or bureaucracy. Rotating Presidency: … Continue reading