Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG)
Liquefied Petroleum Gas(LPG) is a mixture of hydrocarbon gases and is commonly used in every household for cooking. Facts to know It is a portable, clean, and efficient energy source. LPG is primarily obtained from natural gas and oil production, … Continue reading
Essential Commodities Act, 1955
To ensure black marketing of goods is not undertaken and thereby ensure continuous supply of materials at optimal prices government introduced the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. Facts to Know About Drugs, Fertilizer, Petroleum, oilseeds and oils, Raw jute and jute … Continue reading
Women Empowerment Schemes
NITI Aayog report states that women constitute nearly half of India’s population but contribute only 18% to the GDP. Effective implementation of schemes can help in improving the role of women in society and increasing the GDP contribution. Highlights of … Continue reading
Nuclear Triad
It is the ability of a country to launch nuclear weapons from air, land and sea. It enables greater deterrence against enemies attacking a country with nuclear weapons in first instance as chances of retaliation is higher. Facts to Know … Continue reading
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
It is an international framework under UN that focuses on safe and secure maritime activities. The Convention establishes a comprehensive legal framework to regulate all ocean space, its uses and resources. Facts to Know About The convention give clear definition … Continue reading
Brahmaputra River
One of the important Himalayan rivers that originates from Tibet. The Brahmaputra is a major source of water for the north-east states of India. What do you need to know? The river originates in Tibet from the Chemayungdung Glacier near … Continue reading