Why do we need to study the history? By learning and understanding history, we get to understand the basic principles on which a society functions. History can give us information about many things such as:- what people ate, what kind of clothes people wore and what kind of houses theyRead More →
How does inflation affect Foreign Investments? You must be familiar with this term called Foreign direct Investment and then there is another term called Foreign Indirect Investment. So together these two terms form Foreign investments. Let’s get to know the difference between direct and indirect foreign investments. Foreign direct Investment (FDI):- ForeignRead More →
What were the seals used for in the Indus Valley? Seals were utilized to make a fixing, or positive engraving while doing trade. Sealings were utilized as a part of antiquated circumstances for exchange. They would be made on earthenware production or the mud labels used to seal the ropeRead More →
Definition:- Biosphere reserves are area where flora and fauna are protected. The Indian government has established 18 Biosphere Reserves. You will find national parks and wildlife sanctuaries residing withing a Biosphere reserve. Following are the list of Biosphere reserves in India:- Year Name Location State Key fauna 1 1986 Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve Part of Waynad, Nagarhole, BandipurRead More →
Before we answer “how do human activities cause soil erosion”, we need to first understand what is soil erosion. What is Soil erosion? Soil erosion is defined as the wearing away of topsoil. Soil is naturally created when small pieces of weathered rocks and minerals mix with organic materials fromRead More →
We all are familiar with the terms imports and exports when it comes to international as well as domestic economy. In this article i will tell you how imports and exports affects the economy. Imports are an important indicator and a vital component of the economy. A high level ofRead More →
So what are jet streams? Jet streams are winds that flow high up in the atmosphere. So these are the layers of atmosphere from highest to lowest :– Exosphere: 700 to 10,000 km Thermosphere: 80 to 700 km Mesosphere: 50 to 80 km Stratosphere: 12 to 50 km Troposphere: 0 toRead More →
What is Biological Weathering? Definition:- Biological weathering is a process of removal of minerals and ions from the rocks. It brings physical changes in rocks due to growth or movement of organisms. Organisms like earthworms, termites, rodents, algae, dead plants and animals helps in making soil fertile, which is good forRead More →
What is Geomorphic Processes? Let me first tell you the meaning of the word Geomorphic. Let’s break the word, we have “geo” and then we have “morphic”. Geo basically means earth, that’s why geography is the study of earth and morphic means shape or form. So Geomorphic means how was the earth formed orRead More →
Classification of Industries in India On the basis of raw materials and finished products, industries are classified as:- Source of raw materials used According to their main role Capital investment Ownership Finished goods 1. Agro-based industries:- Industries that use agricultural raw materials such as – Cotton, jute, silk, woolen textiles, sugar andRead More →