Category: POINT IAS

INDUS VALLEY-URBAN PLANNING

Town planning is the unique feature of Indus valley civilization. Their town planning proves that they lived a highly civilized and developed life. Indus people were the first to build planned cities with scientific drainage system. The Indus cities were built on an uniform plan. Town Planning of Indus Valley Civilization Streets The streets were … Continue reading INDUS VALLEY-URBAN PLANNING

Taking Care of India’s Elderly – Longitudinal Ageing Study

Longitudinal Ageing Study of India is India's first and the world's largest survey till date which provides a database on India’s older population and also stands to guide the policymakers to formulate policies and programs for the elderly population on the parameters of social, health and economic well-being. The study will also be used to … Continue reading Taking Care of India’s Elderly – Longitudinal Ageing Study

Geographical Indication

A Geographical Indication (GI) is primarily an agricultural, natural or a manufactured product (handicrafts and industrial goods) originating from a definite geographical territory. Typically, such a name conveys an assurance of quality and distinctiveness, which is essentially attributable to the place of its origin. Some of the examples of registered Indian GIs are Darjeeling Tea, … Continue reading Geographical Indication