CGPSC MAINS 2018 Paper-5

Points to Remember: High infant mortality rate (IMR) is a key indicator of public health and socioeconomic development. Geographical variations in IMR exist due to disparities in healthcare access, sanitation, nutrition, and socioeconomic factors. Government initiatives aim to reduce IMR across India. Introduction: Infant mortality rate (IMR), defined as the number of deaths of infants … Read more

Points to Remember: Location of Western Offshore Petroleum Regions in India. Major Basins and Fields. Production and Exploration Activities. Challenges and Future Prospects. Introduction: India possesses significant hydrocarbon reserves, both onshore and offshore. The western offshore region, specifically the Arabian Sea, holds a substantial portion of these reserves and has been a focal point for … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical location and isolation Unique socio-cultural practices Economic conditions and livelihood Governance and administration challenges Conservation efforts and environmental concerns Introduction: Abujhmad is a remote and largely inaccessible region located in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India. Often referred to as the “land of the unknown,” it’s characterized by its dense forests, … Read more

Points to Remember: Repo Rate: Rate at which the RBI lends money to commercial banks. Reverse Repo Rate: Rate at which the RBI borrows money from commercial banks. Both rates are crucial monetary policy tools used to control liquidity in the economy. Introduction: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) employs various monetary policy tools to … Read more

Points to Remember: Unemployment rate calculation methodology. Data sources for unemployment statistics in India. Current unemployment rate in India and its limitations. Potential improvements in data collection and reporting. Introduction: The unemployment rate is a crucial economic indicator reflecting the proportion of the labor force actively seeking employment but unable to find it. Its accurate … Read more

Points to Remember: Type of agricultural loans waived. Number of farmers benefiting from the waiver. Specifics of the Chhattisgarh government’s loan waiver scheme (if any). Introduction: Agricultural loan waivers are a recurring feature in Indian state-level politics. These waivers aim to provide immediate relief to indebted farmers, often in times of distress caused by crop … Read more

Keywords: Sakhi Scheme, Chhattisgarh Government, Women Empowerment, Social Welfare Required Approach: Factual and Analytical Points to Remember: Objectives of the Sakhi Scheme Target beneficiaries Key features and components of the scheme Implementation challenges and successes Impact assessment and future prospects Introduction: The Sakhi Scheme is a flagship program launched by the Government of Chhattisgarh aimed … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical distribution of black soil in Chhattisgarh. Major districts and regions where black soil is predominantly found. Relationship between black soil and agricultural practices in the state. Introduction: Black soil, also known as regur soil, is a fertile type of soil found in several parts of India, including Chhattisgarh. Characterized by its … Read more

Points to Remember: Main Characteristics: Hardness, chemical composition, crystal structure, color variations. Production Areas: Geographic locations known for significant corundum deposits. Introduction: Corundum (Al₂O₃) is a crystalline mineral belonging to the oxide group. It’s renowned for its exceptional hardness, second only to diamond on the Mohs Hardness Scale (rating 9). This inherent hardness, coupled with … Read more

Points to Remember: Turturiya’s significance lies primarily in its historical and cultural context, specifically within the context of ancient Indian music and philosophy. Its precise definition and scope are debated, requiring an approach that acknowledges both established interpretations and scholarly disagreements. The significance is not easily quantifiable, demanding an analytical approach that weighs various perspectives … Read more