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Satellite tracking of cyclone Dana
Q. What is the primary function of a scatterometer in remote sensing?
Anonymous Quiz
9%
A. Measuring sea surface salinity
56%
B. Measuring surface wind speed and direction
18%
C. Tracking migratory patterns of marine animals
17%
D. Mapping ocean currents
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Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere
Key Points:
✅ June 21 marks the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.
✅ Solstices occur twice a year, indicating the shortest and longest daylight hours.
✅ The length of day and night differ significantly on solstice days.
✅ The Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest day and shortest night of the year on June 21.
✅ The Southern Hemisphere experiences summer in December.
Key Points:
✅ June 21 marks the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.
✅ Solstices occur twice a year, indicating the shortest and longest daylight hours.
✅ The length of day and night differ significantly on solstice days.
✅ The Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest day and shortest night of the year on June 21.
✅ The Southern Hemisphere experiences summer in December.
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A Massive, Mysterious 'Ghost' Fish, Feared Extinct for Nearly 20 Years, Has Been Rediscovered in Cambodia | Smithsonian
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-massive-mysterious-ghost-fish-feared-extinct-for-nearly-20-years-has-been-rediscovered-in-cambodia-180985326/
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-massive-mysterious-ghost-fish-feared-extinct-for-nearly-20-years-has-been-rediscovered-in-cambodia-180985326/
Smithsonian Magazine
A Massive, Mysterious ‘Ghost’ Fish, Feared Extinct for Nearly 20 Years, Has Been Rediscovered in Cambodia
The giant salmon carp was formally identified in 1991, and since then, fewer than 30 individuals had been documented
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Panwariya, Jatra and Bidesia are some folk dance of which state?
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39%
Bihar
20%
Uttar Pradesh
22%
Rajasthan
19%
Madhya Pradesh
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IAS officer Tina Dabi greets BJP leader video - IAS officer Tina Dabi greets BJP leader 5 times in 7 seconds viral video triggers debate - India Today
https://www.indiatoday.in/trending-news/story/ias-officer-tina-dabi-greets-bjp-leader-5-times-7-seconds-viral-video-triggers-debate-2623378-2024-10-25
https://www.indiatoday.in/trending-news/story/ias-officer-tina-dabi-greets-bjp-leader-5-times-7-seconds-viral-video-triggers-debate-2623378-2024-10-25
India Today
IAS officer Tina Dabi greets BJP leader 5 times in 7 seconds. Video sparks debate
In the viral video, Tina Dabi is seen bowing her head five times in a row – all in seven seconds – with folded hands as she greeted BJP leader Satish Poonia.
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All_Subject_Compiled_Repeated_Themes_&_Repeated_Topics_IAS_PCS_Pathshala.pdf
87.3 MB
✅ All Subject Repeated Themes & Repeated Topics Compiled in Single PDF (2013 - 2022)
Utilize this PDF when planning your revision schedule.
Before beginning revision for any subject, adhere to this sequence:
1) Start by reviewing previous year questions (PYQs) for that subject,
2) Then identify the recurring themes and topics,
3) Finally, revise the subject with a greater emphasis on broader themes.
Merely flipping through the book and revising page by page, topic by topic, will not produce optimal results. In fact, it is neither practical nor necessary. Prioritize your subjects and topics during revision.
Utilize this PDF when planning your revision schedule.
Before beginning revision for any subject, adhere to this sequence:
1) Start by reviewing previous year questions (PYQs) for that subject,
2) Then identify the recurring themes and topics,
3) Finally, revise the subject with a greater emphasis on broader themes.
Merely flipping through the book and revising page by page, topic by topic, will not produce optimal results. In fact, it is neither practical nor necessary. Prioritize your subjects and topics during revision.
Credit:- IAS PCS PATHSHALA
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The Caspian Sea is a unique body of water, often referred to as the world's largest lake, though its salinity and marine ecosystem make it more akin to a sea.
Key Points:
* Geography: Located between Europe and Asia, it's bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, and Iran.
Ecosystem :
It's particularly famous for its marine life,including sturgeon, which produce valuable caviar.
* The Caspian Sea is actually below sea level, making it the lowest point on Earth's surface.
*The Caspian Sea gets its name from the ancient Kaspi peoples, who once lived in Transcaucasia to the west of the sea.
Key Points:
* Geography: Located between Europe and Asia, it's bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, and Iran.
Ecosystem :
It's particularly famous for its marine life,including sturgeon, which produce valuable caviar.
* The Caspian Sea is actually below sea level, making it the lowest point on Earth's surface.
*The Caspian Sea gets its name from the ancient Kaspi peoples, who once lived in Transcaucasia to the west of the sea.
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the Ganges River Dolphin! Also known as the Susu, this unique species faces significant threats to its survival.
Characteristics:*
- The Ganges River Dolphin can grow up to 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in length.
- They weigh between 100-200 kg (220-440 pounds).
- Their echolocation skills are highly developed, allowing them to navigate through murky waters.
Conservation Status:
The Ganga River Dolphin is classified as Endangered by IUCN Red List.
*Conservation Challenges:*
- Entanglement in fishing nets
- Habitat degradation due to pollution, dams, and irrigation
- Vessel traffic and collision
- Overfishing and bycatch
*Ongoing Conservation Initiatives:*
- The Government of India's National Conservation Programme for River Dolphins
- WWF-India's Ganges River Dolphin Conservation Programme
- The Ganges River Dolphin Sanctuary in Vikramshila, Bihar
Characteristics:*
- The Ganges River Dolphin can grow up to 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in length.
- They weigh between 100-200 kg (220-440 pounds).
- Their echolocation skills are highly developed, allowing them to navigate through murky waters.
Conservation Status:
The Ganga River Dolphin is classified as Endangered by IUCN Red List.
*Conservation Challenges:*
- Entanglement in fishing nets
- Habitat degradation due to pollution, dams, and irrigation
- Vessel traffic and collision
- Overfishing and bycatch
*Ongoing Conservation Initiatives:*
- The Government of India's National Conservation Programme for River Dolphins
- WWF-India's Ganges River Dolphin Conservation Programme
- The Ganges River Dolphin Sanctuary in Vikramshila, Bihar
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If this doesn't open the eyes of the BJP then nothing else will.
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