Genome and Various Genome Projects for RAS/RTS Exam

1000 Genomes Project
launched in January 2008, is an international research effort to establish by far the most detailed catalogue of human genetic variation.
Human Genome Project
HGP was an international scientific research project with a goal to determine the sequence of chemical base pairs which make up DNA and to identify and map the genes of the human genome. Began in 1990 and ended in 2003.
Genome
The genome is the entirety of an organism’s hereditary information. It is coded either in DNA or RNA (for many viruses).
International HapMap Project
The International HapMap Project is an organization whose goal is to develop a haplotype map of the human genome, which will describe the common patterns of human genetic variation. It is a collaboration among researchers at academic centers, non-profit biomedical research groups and private companies in Canada, China, Japan, Nigeria, UK and the US.
1000 Plant Genomes Project
Started in 2008, the aim of the project is to obtain the transcriptome (expressed genes) of 1000 different plant species. Headed by Dr. Wong and Dr. Deyholos of the University of Alberta.

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Role and Functions of Reserve Bank of India for Ras /Rts Mains and ras/rts Prelims Examination

Role of RBI Pre-reform Post-reform Developmental Role: the developmental role has increased in view of the changing structure of the economy with a focus on SMEs and financial inclusion Priority Sector Lending: Introduced from 1974 with public sector banks. Extended to all commercial banks by 1992 In the revised guidelines for PSL the thrust is … Read more Role and Functions of Reserve Bank of India for Ras /Rts Mains and ras/rts Prelims Examination

Swadesi Movement:-For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

Reasons for the growth of militant nationalism (this is different from revolutionary terrorism)   Disillusionment of the nationalists with moderate policies The moderates thought that the British could be reformed from within Politically conscious Indians were convinced that the purpose of the British rule was to exploit India economically The nationalists realized that Indian industries … Read more Swadesi Movement:-For RAS RTS Mains Exam and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS- Mains civil services -13 Sep 2015

Following are the notes from the hindu and indian express       Internal security Militancy in Jammu Kashmir has been a major problem for India for a quite long time. New generation of extremist are developing in Kashmir Valley. They are not driven by the extremist views but due to Local Causes. Militancy has … Read more DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS- Mains civil services -13 Sep 2015

Daily current affair 8 October 2015

National war Memorial and National war Museum  at Princess Park near India Gate New Delhi. in the memory of all Indian soldiers who have made the supreme sacrifice for the country post independence. India Gate was built to Commentate the sacrifice of 13,300 soldiers who died in World War 1 and third Anglo Afghan war … Read more Daily current affair 8 October 2015

What are the different factors responsible for the origin of Indian Monsoon? Explain with process. 6 marks 2007

Monsoon is derived from the arabic world Mausum meaning the seasonal reversal of winds. Various factors responsible for the origin of Indian Monsoon are as follows:- Under the extreme low pressure condition on land, the wind from the southern part of the Indian Ocean (south of Equator) is attracted towards the subcontinent of India. The … Read more What are the different factors responsible for the origin of Indian Monsoon? Explain with process. 6 marks 2007

Rajasthan Polity-RAS/RTS Mains Topic wise Solved Question Papers

  1999 1- Give your opinion on the organisation and functioning of ‘Panchayat Samitis ’ in Rajasthan. 6 2- Aganbari Programme. 4 1997 3- Compare the New Panchayati Raj Act in Rajasthan with the old, highlight major changes in the new Act. 6 1996 4- New Panchayat Raj Act in Rajasthan. 3 5- Apna Gaun … Read more Rajasthan Polity-RAS/RTS Mains Topic wise Solved Question Papers

RAS/RTS Mains Topic wise Solved Question Papers and Question Bank

Rajasthan Geography Rajasthan Culture and History Rajasthan Economics Rajasthan Polity International Relations History- Ancient, Medieval, Modern and Culture Geography Economy Polity Science & Technology, Environment Current Affairs World History Ethics

RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2010

1 Fourth buddhist council held in Kashmir under emperor: A. Ashoka B. Kala Ashok C. Kanishka D. Ajatshatru Ans: C Tips by www.rasfreenotes.in: Fourth Buddhist Council was held in the Sarvastivada tradition, said to have been convened by the Kushan emperor Kanishka, in 78 AD at Jalandhar or in Kashmir. 2. Which place is situated … Read more RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2010

Moderate phase:early nationalists,Freedom of Press and Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Contribution of early nationalists Early nationalists believed that a direct struggle for the political emancipation of the country was not yet on the agenda of history. On agenda was: Creation of public interest in political questions and the organization of public opinion Popular demands had to be formulated on a country-wide basis National unity had … Read more Moderate phase:early nationalists,Freedom of Press and Bal Gangadhar Tilak