Download or read book Soil Nutrient Mapping of Sikkim written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Soils of Sikkim written by and published by National Bureau of Soil Survey & Land Use Planning. This book was released on 1996 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Soil Series of Sikkim written by T. H. Das and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book An Interdisciplinary Approach for Disaster Resilience and Sustainability written by Indrajit Pal and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-10-17 with total page 535 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book includes selected papers presented at the international expert forum on “Mainstreaming Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction in Education,” held at the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand on 1–2 December 2017. The journey towards disaster risk reduction and resilience requires the participation of a wide array of stakeholders ranging from academics to policymakers, to disaster managers. Given the multifaceted and interdependent nature of disasters, disaster risk reduction and resilience require a multidisciplinary problem-solving approach and evidence-based techniques from the natural, social, engineering, and other relevant sciences. Traditionally, hazard and disaster-related studies have been dominated by the engineering and social science fields. In this regard, the main purpose of this book is to capture the multidisciplinary and multisectoral nature of disaster risk reduction, and to gather existing data, research, conceptual work, and practical cases regarding risk reduction and its ties to sustainable development under a single “umbrella.” Along with the sustainability aspect, the book also links disaster risk reduction with development, technology, governance, education, and climate change, and includes discussions on challenges, solutions, and best practices in the mainstreaming of disaster risk reduction.
Download or read book Geotechnical Characteristics of Soils and Rocks of India written by Sanjay Kumar Shukla and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-12-31 with total page 872 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents mainly the geotechnical details of geomaterials (soils and rocks) found in all the 36 states and union territories of India. There are 37 chapters in this book. Chapter 1 provides an overview of geomaterials, focusing on their engineering properties as determined based on the project site investigations and laboratory/field tests; this will help readers understand the technical details explained throughout the book, with each chapter dealing with geomaterials of one state/union territory only. Each chapter, contributed by a team of authors, follows a common template with the following sections: introduction, major types of soils and rocks, properties of soils and rocks, use of soils and rocks as construction materials, foundation and other geotechnical structures, other geomaterials, natural hazards, case studies and field tests, geoenvironmental impact on soils and rocks, concluding remarks and references. All the chapters cover highly practical information and technical data for application in ground infrastructure projects, including foundations of structures (buildings, towers, tanks, machines and so on), highway, railway and airport pavements, embankments, retaining structures/walls, dams, reservoirs, canals and ponds, and landfills and tunnels. These details are also highly useful for professionals dealing with mining, oil and gas projects and agricultural and aquacultural engineering projects. Although this book covers the Indian ground characteristics, the information provided can be helpful in some suitable forms to the professionals of other countries having similar ground conditions and applications.
Download or read book Soil Science Fundamentals to Recent Advances written by Amitava Rakshit and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-07-30 with total page 896 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This compilation has been designed to provide a comprehensive source of theoretical and practical update for scientists working in the broad field of soil science. The book explores all possible mechanisms and means to improve nutrient use efficiencies involving developing and testing of nanofertilizers, developing consortia based microbial formulations for mobilization of soil nutrients, and engineering of nutrient efficient crops using molecular biology and biotechnological tools. This is an all-inclusive collection of information about soil science. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, soil scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of soil science, quantitative ecology, earth sciences, GIS and geodetic sciences, as well as geologists, geomorphologists, hydrologists and landscape ecology. National and international agriculture and soil scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
Download or read book Introductorty Soil Science written by and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 879 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bio Cultural Diveristy Sustainable Development In North East India written by Ajeya Jha and published by Readworthy. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Book Explores The Ways To Address The Problem Of Deterioration Of Bio-Cultural Diversity In North East Indian In The Name Of Development. It Discusses At Length The Linkage Between Environmental Quality And Economic Growth.
Download or read book Integrated Organic Farming Systems Approach for Efficient Food Production and Environmental Sustainability written by Subhash Babu and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Researchers and policy planners are in search of a solution to address the twin challenges of maximizing agricultural production while maintaining/ improving ecosystem sustainability. Enhancing farm productivity is needed in certain regions of the world to satisfy local food consumption and farmers' needs. Linear economy-based-input intensive conventional agriculture (CAPS) has increased production output but has not made agriculture more sustainable. Henceforth, a farming system that aims to reduce the adverse impact on the environment, as well as enhance agricultural productivity by reducing environmental footprint and improving soil health and economic wellbeing is needed in the present day. Integrated organic farming systems (IOFS) involve residue recycling, bio-intensive cropping, high-tech horticulture, mushroom, dairy, poultry, fishery, apiary, etc can improve the ecosystem health and augment the income and livelihood security of the growers. Worldwide, IOFS are gaining popularity due to improved ecosystem services and improving farm productivity and livelihood security. Hence, IOFS- a circular economy-based (reuse-recycle-repair) agricultural production system can be alternatives to energy-intensive inputs based on CAPS. Hence, there is an urgent need to select suitable IOFS models with proper resource optimization for productivity maximization and better ecosystem sustainability. Undoubtedly IOFS reduces energy use from synthetic agrochemicals but food production in IOFS is highly dependent on fossil fuel energy that must be addressed urgently. Despite the enormous positive outlooks, there are several challenges in the adoption of IOFS models. The IOFS is a multiproduct-oriented production system that needs multi specialties and marketing. Capacity building and infrastructure development are also great challenges in adopting IOFS. Moreover, the development of IOFS models is highly individualistic, and location-specific production systems need proper resource optimization and characterization. Hence, the development of site-specific IOFS models to maintain food quality with productivity improvement is a genuine issue to the researchers, which needs to be addressed. Papers (original research/review/letter to the editors) spanning across the discipline related to the IOFS development in sustainable ways are encouraged for inclusion in this research topic. Papers should explicitly cover ecosystem restoration, farm productivity, and profitability and could have a specific focus on the following areas: -the IOFS models for enhancing productivity and environmental quality through an integrated management approach aiming at the maximization of use efficiencies -the management of biomass waste to restore the soil fertility, and ecosystem services the effect of integrated management practices on greenhouse gas emissions and energy use -Critical approaches for climate-smart food production systems
Download or read book Recent Trends in Construction Technology and Management written by M. S. Ranadive and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-09-27 with total page 1290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents the select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Construction Technology and Management (ACTM 2021) and explores recent and innovative developments in all aspects of civil engineering. Advanced construction technologies such as 3D printing, intelligently built environment, use of artificial intelligence, smart structures, green buildings, advanced and engineered materials for producing green concrete, and many more such topics are covered in this book. The advanced management tools such as building information modeling, augmented reality, advanced task management software, and one of the most recent technological advancements are drones, which are changing the face of surveying and security are also explored. This book will be useful for researchers, academicians, and practitioners working in the area of civil engineering and allied fields.
Download or read book Food and Livelihood Securities in Changing Climate of the Himalaya written by Suresh Chand Rai and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-02-08 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides viewpoints on a cross-sectoral, multiscale assessment of food and livelihood security in changing climate, the main global threats of the 21st century. Climate change, directly and indirectly, influences several aspects of food security, primarily in the farming and livestock sectors. The farming sector is the main source of income and employment for about 70% of the Himalayan populace. However, there has been no such study that has comprehensively covered these aspects. Additionally, the book offers critical mitigation measures to adapt to climate change and other uncertainties. The agricultural diversities and livelihood security in the Himalayan region will be sustainable only if farmers applied suggested mitigation measures correctly. This title is appropriate for postgraduates and research scholars of social sciences, environmental sciences, and agricultural sciences. Regional planners, government officers, NGOs, and many other people who are interested in the Himalayan region as well as local communities will be also beneficial.
Download or read book Selected Water Resources Abstracts written by and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Agrobiodiversity in the Sikkim Himalaya written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Integrated Horticulture Development in Eastern Himalayas written by A. N. Sarkar and published by M.D. Publications Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on 1994 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Eastern Himalayan region is blessed with biologically diverse natural resources. The wide-ranging topographies and congental agro-climates offer immense potential for growing almost all conceivable horticultural crops namely fruits, vegetables, plantations, spices, ornamentals, flowers, aromatic and medicinal crops, etc.
Download or read book The Soils of India written by Bipin B. Mishra and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-01-13 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of the diversified soil regimes in India. In addition to the historical advances in soil research and its limitations, it describes the monitoring of various soil conditions and soil uses to improve productivity. Discussing topics such as climate, geology and geomorphology, major soil types and their classification, soil mineralogy and clays, soil micromorphology, soil biogeochemistry, benchmark soils, land evaluation and land use planning, soil health and fertility and soil resilience, the book highlights the multiple uses of soils in industry, human health care, mitigation of challenges due to climate change and construction. It also presents measures for a brighter future of soil science in India, such as imposing organic farming principles toward sustainable agriculture in the context of the second green revolution besides alleviating the poverty and providing the employment opportunities among the farming communities in India.
Download or read book Indian Geography Physical Geography Mind Map Quick Revision for UPSC IAS State PCS OPSC TPSC KPSC WBPSC MPPSC MPSC CDS CAPF UPPCS BPSC NET JRF Exam College School written by Nitin Arora and published by Arora IAS . This book was released on 2023-02-18 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Index Part- A: Physical Geography 1.Geomorphology Introduction 1 Origin of Earth 2 Solar System 4 Evolution of Earth 12 Structure of Earth 13 Latitudes and Longitudes 19 Rocks 22 Plateaus 29 Volcanoes 36 Mountains 47 Earthquakes 51 Exogenic Movements 55 Landforms 59 Soil 75 2.Climatology Origins of Atmosphere 88 Structure of the Atmosphere 92 Insolation 95 Heat and temperature 100 Precipitation 104 Polar Vortex 108 Air Masses 110 Atmospheric Circulation 112 Winds 116 Jet Streams 121 Clouds 124 Western Disturbances 128 Front 130 Tropical Cyclones 132 Anti- Cyclone 137 Land Breeze & Sea Breeze 138 Thunderstorm 140 Indian Ocean Dipole 142 El Nino & La Nina 147 Climatic Regions of World 152 3.Oceanography Basic 162 Configuration of Ocean Floor 163 Salinity of Ocean Waters 168 Temperature Distribution 171 Ocean Density 173 Ocean Deposits Classification 174 Ocean Currents 175 Ocean resources 188 Ocean Tides 192 Waves 196 Tsunami 197 Coral Reefs 199 Part- B: Indian Geography 1. Location of India 203 2. Physiography Of India 207 3. Mountain Ranges & Highest Peak in India 230 4. Drainage System 236 5. Natural Vegetation 265 6. Indian Monsoon 274 7. Indian Soil 289 8. Agriculture 304 9. Land Resources 318 10. Industry 321 11. Mineral and Energy Resources 349 12. Water Resources 374 13. Human Settlement & Urban Cities 377 14. India's Demographic Dividend 389 15. Cultural Setting 393 16. Transport 406 17. Major Mountain Passes in India 422
Download or read book Soils and Fertilizers written by and published by . This book was released on 1998-07 with total page 1294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
