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*πŸ›‘οΈTrans - Himalayas*

β™ŸοΈLies immediately north of Great himalayan ranges.

β™ŸοΈAlso known as Tibetan Himalaya because lies in Tibet.

β™ŸοΈAverage elevation - 3000m.

β™ŸοΈAverage width - 40km in extremities and about 225km in Central part.

β™ŸοΈDistance of about 1000km in east - west direction.

β™ŸοΈThis contain Tethys sediments. Rocks of this region contain fossil marine sediments but underlain by Tetitiary granite.

β™ŸοΈThe Zaskar, Ladakh, Kailash and Karakoram are main ranges.

β™ŸοΈK2 lies here.
*πŸ›‘οΈGreenland*

β™ŸοΈGreenland - the world's largest island which is not a continent - is located in the Arctic.

β™ŸοΈIt is also the most sparsely populated territory. About 56,000 people live there, mostly indigenous Inuit people. About 80% of its territory is covered by ice, meaning most people live on the south-western coast around the capital, Nuuk.

β™ŸοΈAn autonomous - or self-governing - territory of Denmark, it is also home to Danish and US military bases.
Greenland's economy is mainly based on fishing. Large subsidies from the Danish government account for about a fifth of its income, or GDP.

β™ŸοΈIn recent years, there has been increased interest in Greenland's natural resources, including mining for rare earth minerals, uranium and iron.
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*πŸ›‘οΈMajor Ports on Eastern Coast*

*β™ŸοΈ1) Tutocorin (Tamil Nadu):-* artificial port located in Gulf of Mannar, all-weather port, trades in fertilizers and petrochemical products

*β™ŸοΈ2) Chennai (Tamil Nadu):-* artificial port, India's second busiest port

*β™ŸοΈ3) Ennore (Tamil Nadu):-* India's first corporatised port

*β™ŸοΈ4) Vishakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh):-* deepest port of India, deals with the export of iron ore to Japan, with ship-building and fixing facilities

*β™ŸοΈ5) Paradip (Odisha):-* natural harbour, deals with the export of Iron and Aluminum

*β™ŸοΈ6) Haldia (West Bengal):-* riverine port, situated on Hugli River, known as Diamond Harbour, formed to relieve pressure on Kolkata port

*β™ŸοΈ7) Kolkata (West Bengal):-* riverine port, oldest operating port in India, constructed by British East India Company, trades in jute, tea, coal and steel.
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*πŸ›‘οΈAshoka Rock Edicts Features Inscribed in Edicts*

*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict I :-* Prohibits animal slaughter Bans festive gatherings
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict II :-* Mentions the South Indian kingdoms such as Cholas, Pandya, Satyaputas and Keralaputras.
Deals with social welfare measures
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict III :-*
Liberty to Brahmanas Every five years Yukatas, Pradesikas along with Rajukas visit all the areas of the kingdom to spread Dhamma.
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict IV :-*
Preference of Dhammaghosa (Sound of peace) over Berighosa (Sound of wandrums).
Impact of Dhamma on society
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict V :-* Humane treatment of slaves by their masters Mentions about the appointment of Dhamma Mahamatras.
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict VI :-* Deals with the welfare measures King’s wish to know about the condition of the people
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict VII :-* Tolerance towards all religions and sects
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict VIII :-*
Mentions about Ashoka’s visit to Bodh Gaya and Bodhi tree Maintaining contact with rural people via Dharmayatras.
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict IX :-* Stresses on the moral conduct of people.
Avoiding expensive ceremonies
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict X :-* Condemns the desire for fame and glory
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict XI :-* Elaborate explanation of Dhamma
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict XII :-* Appeal for developing tolerance towards all religious sects.
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict XIII :-* Explains about Kalinga war and conquest through dhamma
*β™ŸοΈMajor Rock Edict XIV :-* Deals with the purpose of engraving inscriptions in various parts of the country.
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🌏Gulf of Eilat

β™ŸοΈIt is also known as Gulf of Aqaba which is the northeastern extension of the Red Sea.
β™ŸοΈThe northern portion of the Red Sea is divided by the Sinai Peninsula into the Gulf of Aqaba in the east and the Gulf of Suez in the west. 
β™ŸοΈIt is located along the southeastern edge of the Sinai Peninsula and to the west of the Arabian Peninsula. 
β™ŸοΈIt forms an integral part of the East African Rift System and was created by seismic activity along the Afro-Syrian Rift.
β™ŸοΈThe Tiran Strait connects the Gulf of Aqaba with the Red Sea. It also serves as a connecting point between the continents of Asia and Africa.
β™ŸοΈIt supports unique and diverse aquatic ecosystems and serves as a vital habitat for some of the world’s richest coral reefs.
β™ŸοΈIt is bordered by the countries of Israel, Jordan, Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
β™ŸοΈSome of the major cities that are situated on the northern end of the Gulf of Aqaba include Taba (Egypt), Eilat (Israel), and Aqaba (Jordan). 
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*Correct order to river from North to South*

*Trick:-* " I am JhaCass Respected BosS "

β™ŸοΈI : Indus
β™ŸοΈJ : Jehlum
β™ŸοΈC : Chenab
β™ŸοΈR : Ravi
β™ŸοΈB : Beas
β™ŸοΈS : Satluj
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*πŸ›‘οΈCountries through which Tropic of Capricorn Passes*

*πŸ’ŽTrick:- CAB PNB Se Mumbai Aai.*

β™ŸοΈC : Chile,
β™ŸοΈA : Argentina,
β™ŸοΈB : Brazil,
β™ŸοΈP : Paraguay,
β™ŸοΈN : Namibia,
β™ŸοΈB : Botswana,
β™ŸοΈS : South Africa,
β™ŸοΈM : Mozambique,
β™ŸοΈM : Madagascar,
β™ŸοΈA: Australia.

*Hit πŸ‘β€οΈπŸ‘ŒTo Appreciate our Consistent Efforts.*
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πŸ“ŒShipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS)

βœ… The Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) notified operational guidelines for two major initiatives:
β–ͺ️ Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS)
β–ͺ️ Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS)

βœ… Objective
β–ͺ️ Financial assistance of 15%–25% per vessel, based on vessel category (small, large, specialised)
β–ͺ️ Strengthen domestic shipbuilding competitiveness

βœ… National Shipbuilding Mission:
β–ͺ️ To ensure coordinated planning and execution of shipbuilding initiatives

βœ… Shipbreaking Credit (New Provision):
β–ͺ️ Ship owners scrapping vessels at Indian yards receive 40% of scrap value as credit
β–ͺ️ Promotes circular economy and domestic ship recycling

πŸ“ About Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS)
βœ… Objective: Long-term capacity and capability creation in shipbuilding

βœ…Key Provisions
β–ͺ️ Development of greenfield shipbuilding clusters
β–ͺ️ Expansion & modernisation of existing brownfield shipyards
β–ͺ️ Establishment of India Ship Technology Centre under Indian Maritime University
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πŸ“ŒSWAYATT Initiative (Startups, Women and Youth Advantage through e-Transactions)

✏️Objective
βœ…To increase participation of women-led enterprises and youth in government procurement.

✏️Features
βœ…Enables startups, women entrepreneurs, youth, Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs), Self Help Groups (SHGs), and last-mile sellers to participate directly in government procurement.
βœ…Implemented through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM).
βœ…Based on the principle of social inclusion in public procurement.
βœ…Addresses three major challenges faced by emerging enterprises:Access to markets, Access to finance,Access to value addition

✏️Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
βœ…Online platform for government procurement, Known as India’s National Procurement Portal
βœ…Used by ministries, departments and PSUs to buy goods and services

✏️Developed by DGS&D (Ministry of Commerce & Industry) with support from National e-Governance Division (MeitY)
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AIR-1 Anuj Agnihotri’s Marksheet

467 in GS,
292 in Optional,
108 in Essay.
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Which one of the following texts of ancient India allows divorce to a wife deserted by her husband ?
Anonymous Quiz
21%
Arthashastra
21%
Kamasutra
29%
Sukra Nitisara
29%
Manava Dharma Shastra
China, Malaysia, Philippines and Taiwan claim sovereignty on which island in South China Sea ?
Anonymous Quiz
33%
Senkaku Island
34%
Spartly Island
22%
Caroline Island
11%
Mariana Island
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