Balochistan

The Balochistan region is split among : Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Facts To Know The region in Pakistan is presently in news due to internal turmoil. The region is known for being resource rich. Considered critical by China for its … Continue reading

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START Treaty

Treaty between the USA and Russia towards reductions of strategic nuclear weapons. The original treaty was signed in 1991, before the dissolution of the USSR. Presently New START treaty has been in place since 2011. The treaty calls for mutual … Continue reading

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Pennaiyar River

Dispute There is a dispute between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka over sharing the waters. Facts about the river! The river originates in the Nandi Hills in the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka and flows through Tamil Nadu before emptying into the … Continue reading

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Gorillas

Note Gorillas are large, primarily herbivorous, great apes that live in the tropical forests of equatorial Africa. What you need to know? They are not naturally found in India. They share many human emotions such as laughter and sadness. Gorillas … Continue reading

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Traditional Water Management Practices in India

India has developed many water harvesting structures and water conveyance systems specific to the different eco-regions. Paar System: It is a common place seen in Rajasthan where the rainwater flows from the agar (catchment) and in the process percolates into … Continue reading

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