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11Apr 2024

THE ADVENT OF A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ONE HEALTH

Syllabus: GS-II: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Why in the news? The “National One Health Mission” aims to address interdependence of humans, animals, and environment for pandemic preparedness. Source:scrib About Embracing a Holistic Approach to One Health: The interconnectedness of humans, animals, and the environment …

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11Apr 2024

IN A HEATWAVE, HOW DO WE PROTECT OUR MOST VULNERABLE?

Relevance: GS 1 – Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. Why in the News? The year 2023 was globally recognized as the warmest on record, with …

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11Apr 2024

“EMPOWERING WOMEN: LESSONS FROM JAPAN’S ‘WOMENOMICS’ REFORMS”

Syllabus: GS-1-Women and their role in development and related issues of women GS-3 – Women issues Focus: The LFPR of women is decreasing and certain urgent actions are needed to cope up with the issue and achieve SDG of gender equality . This article deals with the exemplary case study of Japan. Source- UN Introduction: …

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11Apr 2024

AGRICULTURE

Introduction Agriculture plays a pivotal role in India’s economy, culture, and society, serving as the backbone of the rural community and a significant contributor to the nation’s economic fabric. This sector encompasses the cultivation of soil, crop production, livestock raising, and the processing and marketing of these agricultural products. As a primary economic activity, agriculture …

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11Apr 2024

POPULATION AND SETTLEMENT

Demography Demography is the scientific study of human populations, focusing on their size, composition, and distribution across different geographical locations. It involves analyzing how various population characteristics—such as total number, age structure, and spatial distribution—evolve over time. This field of study is crucial for understanding the dynamics of human societies and is instrumental in planning …

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11Apr 2024

MAPPING: IMPORTANT LANDFORMS ACROSS THE WORLD

Asia Continent Asia, the world’s largest and most diverse continent, holds a unique position on Earth’s geographical and cultural map. This expansive landmass is not only distinguished by its size but also by the variety of cultures, languages, and natural landscapes it encompasses. Geographic Boundaries and Location Northern Boundary: The Arctic Ocean marks the northern …

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11Apr 2024

EVOLUTION OF LANDFORMS AND THEIR DEVELOPMENT

Introduction A landform, comprising a small to medium-sized portion of the Earth’s surface, is fundamental to understanding landscapes. Landforms collectively contribute to the diverse terrain we observe, each undergoing a distinct evolutionary process. The evolution of landforms encompasses a series of transformations from one state to another, representing the dynamic nature of the Earth’s surface. …

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11Apr 2024

Chapter 7 : Geology and Rock System

Minerals Minerals are fundamental building blocks of the Earth’s crust and have significant importance in various fields, including geology, materials science, and economics. Here’s an in-depth look at the concept of minerals, expanding on the points mentioned: Definition and Characteristics Basic Definition: Minerals are naturally occurring substances characterized by an orderly atomic arrangement and a …

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11Apr 2024

DISTRIBUTION OF OCEAN AND CONTINENTS

Introduction The configuration of continents and oceans on Earth is not static. Throughout geological history, the arrangement of these land and water bodies has undergone significant changes, and it will continue to evolve in the future. To explain the dynamic nature of Earth’s surface, scientists have developed various theories over time. One of the most …

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11Apr 2024

THE ADVENT OF A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ‘ONE HEALTH’

Syllabus: GS 2: Health, Government Policies & Interventions, Issues Arising out of their Design & Implementation. Focus: Under One health mission, a national network of high-risk pathogen (Biosafety level or BSL 3 and BSL 4) laboratories has been created Source: X.com The advent of the ‘One Health’ approach marks a pivotal shift in how we …

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