Sub-regionalism and Political Movements in Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh has a rich political history marked by sub-regionalism, especially influenced by the two distinct hill areas—Simla Hills and Punjab Hills. This differentiation played a crucial role in shaping the political, social, and cultural identity of the people. The struggle for the formation of Himachal Pradesh as… Read More »
A hazard becomes a disaster when it affects human populations, infrastructure, and the environment, causing significant harm, damage, or disruption. This occurs when: *Hazard + Vulnerability + Exposure = Disaster* *Factors that contribute to a hazard becoming a disaster:* 1. Magnitude and intensity of the hazard 2. Population density and vulnerability 3. Lack of preparedness… Read More »
Here’s an overview of the development of social and religious reform in Western India during the 19th century: Early Reform Movements (1800s-1840s) 1. Brahmo Samaj (1828): Founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy, emphasizing monotheism and social reform. 2. Prarthana Samaj (1840): Founded by Dr. Atmaram Pandurang, focusing on social and religious reform. Influential Reformers 1.… Read More »
GS MAINS PAPER -1 HPAS DISASTER MANAGEMENT ACT 2005 The National Disaster Management Act, 2005 (NDMA) is a comprehensive legislation. DM Act was enacted in the wake of 1999 Odisha super-cyclone and the 2004 Tsunami. There are 79 sections and 11 chapters in the Disaster Management Act of 2005. The Act also calls the Ministry… Read More »
What is Special Category Status? SCS is a classification given by the Centre to assist development of states that face geographical and socio-economic disadvantages. Constitution does not make any provision to special category status however according to Article 275 of the Indian Constitution, the central government may provide any state with additional financial aid outside of… Read More »
Employment generation- Himachal Pradesh is a major tourism destination and tourism is contributing greatly to the growth, development and economy of the State. The contribution of the tourism sector to the State GDP is about 7 per cent. According to HP economic survey there were a total of 3213379 tourists including foreign who visited… Read More »
Cottage industry in state The Cottage Industry is a form of unorganized industry in which people are engaged in craftsmanship works such as handicraft, pottery, knitting, handloom, etc. Example- Milk-based industry, handloom and power loom industry, oilseed industry and food processing Characteristics of a cottage industry – Cotton industry is small scale industry and often… Read More »
E-Governance– Electronic governance is defined as the application of information and communication technology for providing government services, exchange of information, transactions, integration of existing services and information portal. IT policy has been formulated in 2001 in Himachal Pradesh with a view to promote entrepreneurship, spread digital technology, improve social equity and justice through information technology… Read More »