Norwegian Sea

Marginal sea of the North Atlantic Ocean. Gateway between the North Atlantic and the Arctic. Border countries like Norway, Iceland, and Denmark Connects the North Atlantic with the Arctic Ocean The deepest point is  Molloy Deep (~5,550 m). Ocean Currents … Continue reading →

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Right To Vote

It is a constitutional right that allows citizens to participate in the formation of the government through voting. Constitutional Provisions Dealing with the Right to Vote Article 326: Mandates that elections to the Lok Sabha (House of the People) and … Continue reading →

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Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)

Informal strategic forum comprising the United States, Japan, India, and Australia. The first meeting of Quad officials took place during the ASEAN Regional Forum summit in the Philippines in May 2007. Quad partners engage regularly through Leaders, Foreign Ministers, Quad … Continue reading →

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Asiatic Lions

Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (dry deciduous forests)  is the only abode of the Asiatic lion. Protection Status IUCN Red List: Endangered CITES: Appendix I Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972: Schedule I Associated Tribe: Gir is often linked with “Maldharis” … Continue reading →

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Ethanol Blending

Ethanol Blending involves mixing ethanol with petrol to create cleaner, more sustainable fuel.  Initially, the target was 5% blending, which has now been increased to 20% blending. The present target is E100 (pure ethanol). E100 requires flex-fuel vehicles capable of … Continue reading →

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