Syllabus: Applied Ethics Source: TOI Context: Article in news revisited how Ayurveda and ancient Indian philosophy embed environmental ethics in the triad of water, soil, and spirit—a timely reminder as India advances climate resilience and sustainable farming goals. About Environmental Ethics in Indian Philosophy: What it is? It is a moral framework that perceives nature …
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General Studies-3 Topics: Major crops and cropping patterns, irrigation systems, agricultural marketing challenges, and e-technology in farming. Introduction Water-soluble fertilisers (WSFs) have emerged as a crucial innovation in modern agriculture, significantly improving fertiliser efficiency, maintaining soil health, and enhancing maize fodder yield. Unlike traditional fertilisers, which often result in uneven nutrient distribution and environmental …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Agriculture Source: IE Context: The 10th World Soil Day, themed “Caring for Soils – Measure, Monitor, and Manage,” highlighted soil health’s critical role in food production. Present Status of Soil in India: Factors Impacting Soil: Water Erosion: Heavy rainfall and poor land management practices result in topsoil loss in over 94 million hectares. Wind …
