Astivya notes

Administration and Management;Role in developed and developing societies

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  Following are the major role of administration and management in developing societies:-  promotion of a rational development of economic proportions through macroregulation,  control of the privatization process of state-owned enterprises and public services, securing free competition and transparency in its implementation,  securing an effective exercise of ownership rights of the State … Read more Administration and Management;Role in developed and developing societies

India in the Eighteenth Century

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Bahadur Shah 1 (1707-12) Muzam succeeded Aurungzeb after latter’s death in 1707 He acquired the title of Bahadur Shah. Though he was quite old (65) and his rule quite short there are many significant achievements he made He reversed the narrow minded and antagonistic policies of Aurungzeb Made agreements with Rajput states Granted sardeshmukhi to … Read more India in the Eighteenth Century

Peasant Uprisings-For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

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Many dispossessed peasants took to robbery and dacoity. Indigo Revolt of 1859-60 By the end of 1860 indigo cultivation was virtually wiped out from the districts of Bengal A major reason for the success of the Indigo revolt was the tremendous initiative, cooperation, organization and discipline of the ryots. Another was the complete unity among … Read more Peasant Uprisings-For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

ART

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Different schools of art compared

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Global Warming

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An increase in the average temperature of Earth’s near surface air and oceans since the mid-20th century 4th assessment report of IPCC: global temperature increased 74+0.18 degree C during the 20th century. Caused by greenhouse gases Water vapour, Co2, Methane, Nitrous Oxide, Ozone, CFCs (in order of abundance) Since the industrial revolution, the burning of … Read more Global Warming

Main centers for Handicraft

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      THEWA ART The art of setting gold on glass is known as Thewa Art. Thewa is a rare and distinct skill of RajasthaniRajsonia of Pratapgarh. Necklace sets,pillboxes,photoframes,pendent,earings are main products.   SANDAL WOOD CARVING Based on ivory crafts shifted to sandalwood items. Beautiful carved work and wonderful finishing makesd this craft worldwide … Read more Main centers for Handicraft

Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. for Ras Rts Mains Examination and Ras Rts Prelims Exam

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Famous Personalities India in the Eighteenth Century Administrative Organization of the British Spread of Modern Education Socio Religious Reforms Revolt of 1857 Civil Rebellions and Tribal Uprisings Peasant Uprisings Rise of National Movement and Indian National Congress Moderator Phase in National Movement Freedom of Press Swadesi Movement The Split in the Congress Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909 Growth … Read more Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. for Ras Rts Mains Examination and Ras Rts Prelims Exam

Indian Agriculture- Current Status, Issues & initiatives.

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Indian Agriculture Mainstay of Indian Economy Since independence, undergone a change from being the sector contributing the highest share to the GDP to one contributing the lowest share. Agriculture is a state subject. GDP contribution (Agriculture and allied sector) 5 pc in 1950-51 7 pc in 2008-09 and 14.6 pc in 2009-10. It was 19 … Read more Indian Agriculture- Current Status, Issues & initiatives.

The Working Class Movements- For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

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There were some working class movements in second half of 19th century. However, they were impulsive and not very well organized. The early nationalists had a lukewarm attitude towards the question of workers. This war because initially Congress wanted to focus on issues which were of common concern to all the people of India. There … Read more The Working Class Movements- For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

India under the British Rule

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  The economic consequences of the British rule can be studied under three heads: Decline of Indian Handicrafts and progressive ruralisation of the Indian economy Growth of the new land system and the commercialisation of Indian agriculture Process of industrial transition of India Decline of Handicrafts While India was an exporter of Handicrafts before the … Read more India under the British Rule