Introduction In the state’s ‘First Tourism Policy’ promulgated in 1998, seven circuits were selected for the development of tourism. The “Buddhist Circuit” is one of these seven circuits. Gautam Buddha spent a significant portion of his life in this region thousands of years ago. He attained enlightenment, traveled extensively, spread his teachings, and ultimately achieved […]
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Introduction In ancient times, the region of Uttar Pradesh, situated in the Gangetic plain, was referred to as ‘Madhya Desh.’ It encompassed significant Mahajanapadas like Kuru, Panchala, Kashi, Kosala, Surasena, Chedi, Vatsa, and Malla, making it the center of later-Vedic culture. Positioned along the path of invaders from the North-West and being a part of
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Habitat A habitat is a place where living things reside and get their food, water, and shelter. It involves the surroundings like weather, soil, and land, along with other living creatures in that area. Uttar Pradesh, a diverse state in India, has different types of habitats where animals and plants live. These include forests, wetlands,
Resource What is resource? — “Anything that can be used to satisfy a need is considered a resource.” When you look around, you can identify various types of resources. The water you drink when you’re thirsty, the electricity you use in your house, the rickshaw you take to get home from school, the textbook you
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Introduction Climate change poses significant challenges for Uttar Pradesh, impacting agriculture, water resources, and livelihoods, particularly for small farmers. The state faces issues like drought, crop and livestock losses, and changing land use patterns due to urbanization. The rise in anthropogenic gases worsens climate change, affecting crop productivity and food security. India’s agrarian economy, with
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