Page-50 of GKToday Archives: February, 2017
Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG)
Invasive species pose a significant threat to ecosystems, biodiversity, and economies around the world. The Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG) is a global organization dedicated to combating the spread and impact of invasive species. In this article, we will explore ..
Chitrakathi Traditional Art
Chitrakathi is a traditional Indian folk-art form that involves visual storytelling through paintings, puppets, and leather shadows. It is practiced by the Thakar tribe who reside in the small village of Pinguli near Kudal in the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. ..
Dhokra Shilpkala
In recent years, traditional Indian art forms have gained global recognition, providing a boost to local artisans. However, some ancient arts like Dhokra face existential threats from rapid urbanization and a lack of patronage. This is why initiatives like Raipur-based ..
Union Cabinet gives nod to modify Scheduled Castes list in Odisha
The Union Cabinet had approved the amendments in the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950 to modify the list of SC in Odisha. It also approved amending the Constitution (Pondicherry) Scheduled Castes Order, 1964 to change the name of the Union ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2017
Labour migration rose to 90 lakh over last 5 years: Economic Survey
According to Economic Survey 2016-17, the inter-state migration of workers in India has increased substantially to 90 lakh annually between 2011-16 period compared to the previous years. The estimate of labour migration in India was based analysis of census data ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2017
Researchers Discover Oldest Human Ancestor
Researchers have discovered microscopic sea animal Saccorhytus, the earliest known ancestor of humans along with a vast range of other species. The exquisitely well preserved fossilised traces of this 540-million-year-old creature were discovered. This balloon-like sea is the earliest known ..