CGPSC MAINS 2018 Paper-5

Points to Remember: Increased rural-urban migration Lack of agricultural opportunities Growth of the informal sector Population growth Limited access to education and skill development Government policies and initiatives (both positive and negative impacts) Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, has witnessed a significant increase in its marginal working population. The marginal working population refers … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical location and extent Biodiversity (flora and fauna) Conservation status and threats Management practices Significance and unique features Introduction: The Badal-Khol Sanctuary, located in the Indian state of [State Name needs to be specified – information currently unavailable in public databases], is a protected area dedicated to the conservation of its unique … Read more

Points to Remember: Major rubber-producing states in India. Geographic factors influencing rubber cultivation. Socio-economic impact of rubber production. Introduction: India is a significant producer of natural rubber, a crucial raw material for various industries, including tires, medical devices, and industrial products. Natural rubber production is largely concentrated in specific regions of the country due to … Read more

Points to Remember: Kusmi Pat is a specific type of relief granted under Indian law. Understanding the historical context of Kusmi Pat is crucial. The relief is primarily concerned with land ownership and inheritance. Legal interpretations and court decisions shape its application. Introduction: Kusmi Pat refers to a form of land tenure prevalent historically, primarily … Read more

Points to Remember: Location of Dharwar craton in India. Geological characteristics of the Dharwar Supergroup. Presence/absence of Dharwar rocks in Chhattisgarh. Other geological formations found in Chhattisgarh. Introduction: The Dharwar Supergroup is a vast expanse of Archean metamorphic rocks found primarily in the southern Indian peninsula. These rocks are significant because they represent some of … Read more

Points to Remember: The geographical location of the Gopad River within Chhattisgarh. The direction of its flow. Tributaries and confluence points (if any). The region(s) it irrigates or impacts. Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, is characterized by its diverse geography and river systems. Understanding the flow of its rivers is crucial for managing … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and formation of Karewa deposits. Geographical location and distribution. Composition and characteristics. Significance and uses. Environmental considerations. Introduction: Karewa deposits are lacustrine (lake-formed) sediments found predominantly in the Kashmir Valley of the Himalayas. These deposits are distinctive landforms, characterized by their terraced structure and rich geological history. They are crucial to … Read more

Points to Remember: Identify the decade(s) with negative population growth. Understand the factors contributing to negative population growth. Consider the implications of negative population growth. Introduction: Population growth, or the change in a population’s size over time, is a crucial demographic indicator. It’s typically expressed as a percentage change per year or as a net … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition of Blue Revolution Focus on aquaculture and fisheries Technological advancements and their impact Socio-economic implications (positive and negative) Environmental concerns and sustainability Future prospects and challenges Introduction: The “Blue Revolution,” analogous to the Green Revolution in agriculture, refers to the significant increase in the production of aquatic food resources, primarily through … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical distribution of mangroves in India. Key states with significant mangrove cover. Factors influencing mangrove distribution. Conservation efforts and challenges. Introduction: Mangroves are salt-tolerant flowering plants (halophytes) found in intertidal zones of tropical and subtropical coastlines. They form unique and vital ecosystems, acting as a buffer against coastal erosion, providing habitats for … Read more