Author Archives: HP General Studies

Industrialization in the state of Himachal Pradesh – HPAS Mains

By | November 26, 2021

INDUSTRIALISATION IN THE STATE In a growing state of economy, industrialization occupies an important place. Besides contributing its share to the overall economic growth and to the state domestic product, it is able to provide gainful employment opportunities to a large section of rural and urban population. It also helps in the utilization of immense… Read More »

Syllabus for Labour Welfare Officer – HPPSC Shimla

By | November 26, 2021

SYLLABUS:-“There will be an objective type screening test of one paper consisting of 100 questions for two hours duration: 30 questions of Modern History (From 1857 onwards) of India, Indian Culture, Indian Polity, Indian Economy and Geography of India. – 30 marks 20 questions of History, Geography and Socio-Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh. – 20… Read More »

What are the Initiatives of HPKVN which are proving boon for improving employability of Youth in Himachal Pradesh?

By | November 23, 2021

Himachal Pradesh Kaushal Vikas Nigam established by the State Government (HPKVN) is an umbrella body for implementation and coordination of skill activities across the state. It is improving employability of the youth of the state through quality skill trainings. Nigam’s main objectives is to consolidate technical, vocational education and trainings (TVET), development of quality skill… Read More »

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What is Jeevan Dhara Scheme and how it is proving boon for people of the state?

By | November 23, 2021

Important for HPAS Mains The State Government is determined to provide people of the state access to equitable, affordable and quality health care services.  To provide complete range of health care services for population living in remote, inaccessible, un-served and underserved areas mainly with the objective of taking healthcare service delivery to the doorsteps of… Read More »

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What are the steps taken by State government for promoting conservation and cultivation of medicinal plants?

By | November 23, 2021

Important for HPAS Mains With the recent upsurge of preference for natural products, there has been a revival of interest in medicinal plants in the international markets. Medicinal Plants form the major resource base of our indigenous health care traditions. The outreach and acceptability of AYUSH systems, both nationally as well as globally, are dependent… Read More »

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What is CM One Bigha Scheme and how it becomes a symbol of self-reliance?

By | November 23, 2021

The state government is laying special emphasis on women empowerment, as a result of which Himachal Pradesh has emerged as the best state in the country. With the objective to strengthen the economy of rural women alongwith providing food security and employment to women of Self Help Group, the State Government has launched Mukhyamantri One… Read More »

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[Topper’s Notes] Amit Kalthaik (SDM) – HAS 2020: Download Now

By | November 22, 2021

Amit Kalthaik is a topper of the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Services (HAS) exam 2019-20. He has studied engineering from JP University in Solan district. Amit has shared his notes with the HP General Studies team. We are uploading these notes with his due permission on our website hpgeneralstudies.com We hope that these notes will help… Read More »

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The Musical Instruments in Himachal Pradesh

By | November 22, 2021

Wind Instruments Bansuri/Flute: The Hindu God lord Krishna is traditionally considered a master of the bamboo flute. Two main varieties of Indian flutes are currently used; the first has six finger holes and one embouchure hole and is used predominantly in the Hindustani music of northern India. The second, the Venu or Pullan Guzhal, has… Read More »