Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a formal process used to predict the environmental consequences of a proposed development project or policy. It aims to ensure that potential environmental effects are identified before decisions are made and actions are taken. The purpose is to promote sustainable development by integrating environmental considerations …

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In India, land use has undergone significant transformation due to factors like population growth, economic development, urbanisation, and policy changes. Land use refers to how land is utilized by humans—for agriculture, forestry, settlement, industry, transport, etc. These patterns are influenced by both physical factors (like climate, soil, topography) and human factors (like population pressure, technology, …

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Environmental pollution is one of the most pressing issues facing India today. Rapid industrialization, urbanisation, population growth, and unplanned development have led to the degradation of air, water, soil, and other natural resources. Pollution not only affects the environment but also poses serious risks to public health, agriculture, and economic development. Major Types of Pollution …

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Food security, from a geographical perspective, is a multidimensional concept that involves the spatial and temporal availability, accessibility, and utilization of food resources. It is not just an economic or social issue but also a spatial one, influenced by the patterns of food production, distribution, and consumption across different regions. Geographers study food security by …

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1. Name the king whose achievements were described in the Nanaghat inscription. (A) Satakarni I (B) Gautamiputra Satakarni (C) Vashishta Putra Pulamayi (D) Yainasri Satakarni Ans: (A) Solution: The Nanaghat inscription describes the achievements of Satakarni I, a significant ruler of the Satavahana dynasty. This inscription provides insight into the king’s victories and contributions to …

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1. Find the greatest 6- digit number among the following which is exactly divisible by 24, 15 and 36. (A) 999999 (B) 999720 (C) 999750 (D) 999820 Ans: (B) 999720 Solution:  Find the Greatest 6-Digit Number Divisible by 24, 15, and 36 To find the greatest 6-digit number among the given options that is exactly …

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Question 1. Use Euclid’s Division Algorithm to find the HCF of: (i) 135 and 225 (ii) 196 and 38220 (iii) 867 and 255 Solution: (i) 135 and 225 Step 1: Apply the Division Algorithm Divide 225 by 135: $$225 = 135 \times 1 + 90$$ Here, 225 divided by 135 gives a quotient of 1 …

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