The National Education Policy 2020 aims to address issues of quality, equity, access, and affordability across all levels of education. It replaced the 34-year-old NEP of 1986. It is based on the recommendations of the Dr. K. Kasturirangan Committee. Targets … Continue reading →

Jyotirao Phule (11 April 1827 – 28 November 1890) was an Indian social reformer, writer, and advocate for equal rights for everyone, including the poor and women. Born in Pune, his wife is Savitribai Phule. Fact To Know Influenced by … Continue reading →

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 →