Introduction The topic for my lecturette is Abrogation of Article 370 in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Article 370 of the Indian Constitution granted special status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, which allowed it to have its own constitution, flag, and the power to make its own laws. On August 5, 2019, the Indian government abrogated Article 370 through a Presidential Order, effectively revoking the special status granted to Jammu and Kashmir. Supporters of the move argued that it would help in the integration of Jammu…
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Lecturette – High fuel prices in India
Introduction The topic for my today’s lecturette is ‘High Fuel Price in India’. I have selected the topic since the ongoing conflict in Ukraine has had an impact on the global oil market. Ukraine is not a major oil-producing country, but it is strategically located between Europe and Russia, which makes it an important transit point for the transportation of oil and gas from Russia to Europe. The conflict in Ukraine has led to disruptions in the transportation of oil and gas through pipelines that pass through the country, leading…
Lecturette – Zero Budget Natural Farming
Introduction The topic for my lecturette is Zero Budget Natural Farming. I have selected the topic of Zero Budget Natural Farming because of various challenges facing mankind due to excessive use of chemicals in food production and processing. This leads to various diseases which is obvious due to the increasing frequency of various types of cancer. Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) is a farming practice that originated in India, and it aims to eliminate the use of synthetic inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. ZBNF is a farming practice that…
Lecturette – Indian ASAT Weapon Programme
Introduction The topic for my lecturette today is Anti Satellite Weapon also called ASAT weapons and their inplications on the defence of our nation. Anti-satellite weapons (ASAT) are designed to destroy or disable satellites in space. The importance of ASAT weapons lies in their strategic significance in enhancing a country’s defense capabilities, as well as their potential to impact global security and stability. In Indian context, Mission Shakti, an anti-satellite missile test by India, was conducted on March 27,2019. India is the 4th country after the US, Russia and China…