Himachal Pradesh Crop Diversification Promotion Project
What is Himachal Pradesh Crop Diversification Promotion Project(HPCDP).Discuss its objectives.(HPAS GS 3) - 8 marksOverviewHimachal Pradesh is a hilly state located at the foot of the Western Himalayas. The state covers an area of 556.7 million hectares and has a population of 6.86 million people. Agriculture is the main occupation, with around 69% of the working population engaged in farming. However, agriculture accounts for only 20% of the Gross State Domestic Products (GSDP). The low productivity
Himachal Pradesh Cow Dung Procurement Scheme: Boosting Farmer Income and Livestock Economy
IntroductionVarious types of schemes are being run by the government to increase the income of farmers and livestock farmers in the country. Similarly, a new scheme is being started by the Himachal Pradesh government for the benefit of farmers and cattle herders known as the Cow Dung Purchase Scheme. This innovative initiative, announced by Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu on December 11, aims to support farmers and cattle herders in the state by facilitating the purchase
Him Mahotsav: Showcasing Himachal’s Rich Heritage in the Heart of Delhi
The central government of India is promoting the country's rich culture and heritage worldwide, and state governments are joining in this effort by showcasing their own unique art, culture, and heritage. As part of this initiative, the state government of Himachal Pradesh is organizing a 15-day event called 'Him Mahotsav' in New Delhi. The event will take place from 16th to 30th December and will provide a marketing platform for the state. Delhi Haat, the
Aryabhatta Geo-informatics & Space Application Centre (AGiSAC)
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Main challenges faced in achieving the inclusion of tribals in Himachal Pradesh
Q. Underline the key challenges in the process of tribal development in Himachal Pradesh. (HPAS 2023 GS-1) 4 MarksINTRODUCTIONThe state of Himachal Pradesh covers an area of 55,673 square kilometers, out of which 23,655 square kilometers fall under Scheduled V area. This area constitutes 42.49 percent of the state's total area. The Scheduled Area is home to a population of 173,661 people, out of which 123,585 are tribals. The tribals make up 71.16 percent of the total
Sanjay Vidyut Pariyojna of Himachal Pradesh
Write a note on Sanjay Vidyut Pariyojna of Himachal Pradesh. (4 marks) HPAS,2023 GS-1Himachal Pradesh, nestled in the northern part of India, boasts a significant share of the nation's hydroelectric resources, comprising approximately twenty-five percent of the country's total potential. The state has the capacity to generate a staggering 27,436 MW of hydroelectric power through the implementation of diverse projects across its five perennial river basins.Hydroelectric powerHydroelectric power is a type of electricity generated by turbines that