Culture can be defined as the shared patterns of learned behavior, beliefs, attitudes, values, customs, traditions, rituals, symbols, and ways of thinking that are transmitted within a social group or society from one generation to the next. It encompasses both tangible and intangible elements that shape the way individuals and communities perceive and interact with …

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The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) proposes a new 5+3+3+4 design for school curriculum and pedagogy. This design is based on the following principles: Holistic development: The curriculum and pedagogy should be designed to promote the holistic development of children, including their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Flexibility: The curriculum and pedagogy should be flexible …

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Article 15(4) and Article 15(5) of the Indian Constitution are provisions that allow for the advancement of socially and educationally disadvantaged groups. Here’s a reflection on these provisions: Article 15(4): Article 15(4) enables the state to make special provisions for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes, Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and …

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The Madhya Pradesh government is running a number of schemes to provide employment in the state. Some of the key schemes are: Chief Minister Yuva Kaushal Yojana: This scheme provides training and job placement assistance to unemployed youth in the state. Mukhya Mantri Swarozgar Yojana: This scheme provides financial assistance to unemployed youth to start their own …

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The causes of the increase in population in Madhya Pradesh, like in many other Indian states, are multifaceted. These causes have various effects on the state’s economy. Here’s an overview: Causes of Population Increase: High Birth Rates: Madhya Pradesh has traditionally had higher birth rates, partly due to cultural factors and limited awareness of family …

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Disequilibrium in the balance of payments (BoP) can arise due to various factors. Here are five major causes of BoP disequilibrium, along with the measures used in India to correct them: Trade Deficit: Cause: When a country’s imports exceed its exports, it results in a trade deficit. This can occur due to a higher demand …

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National Income, also known as Gross National Income (GNI), is a key economic indicator that measures the total economic output produced by a country over a specified period, usually one year. Various methods can be used to measure national income, and the choice of method depends on data availability, the nature of the economy, and …

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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are infections that are primarily transmitted from one person to another through sexual contact. These infections can affect both men and women and may cause a wide range of symptoms and health complications. Some common STDs include: Chlamydia: Caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, …

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As of the 2011 Census of India, the education status of women in the country showed both progress and challenges. Here are some key findings related to the education status of women in India based on the 2011 Census: Literacy Rate: The literacy rate among women improved compared to previous years. The overall literacy rate …

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The aims of the Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana (PMAGY) are to: Ensure integrated development of the selected villages into “model villages”. Provide all requisite physical and social infrastructure for the socio-economic development of the selected villages. Eliminate the disparity between the Scheduled Caste (SC) and non-SC population in terms of common socio-economic indicators. Raise …

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