Geography
The State of Himachal Pradesh has declared two areas of very high ecological, geo-morphological and biodiversity significance as National Parks with the objective to accord its wildlife resources the highest legal protection status available to […]
There are at least 109 mountains on Earth with elevations greater than 7,200 metres (23,622 ft) above sea level. The vast majority of these mountains are located on the edge of the Indian and Eurasian […]
Passes of Spiti Valley Name Details Chaksachan la (5250 m) A pass between the bend of the Lingti river in eastern Spiti. From west to east it leads to Lingti valley as the river makes […]
Minerals found in Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh is rich in natural resources and minerals. Several important minerals like copper, limestone, rock salt, iron, etc. found here. Here is the list of some important minerals that […]
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Himachal – Kalka Shimla Railway On 8 July 2008, UNESCO added the Kalka–Shimla railway to the mountain railways of India World Heritage Site. The Kalka–Shimla Railway is a 2 ft […]
GHNP : THE GREAT HIMALAYAN NATIONAL PARK Himachal Pradesh is well known for its thick forest cover and lush green hills. State’s forests house about 7.32% (3,295 species) out of 45,000 that are found in […]
GOAL: To safeguard and conserve India’s unique natural heritage of high altitude wildlife populations and their habitats by promoting conservation through participatory policies and actions. DRAFTED BY: Project Snow Leopard Committee instituted by the Ministry […]
This is not a simple question to answer. To understand this one needs to first understand the Historical Background of China and Taiwan. The controversy regarding the political status of Taiwan sometimes referred to as […]
Himachal Pradesh is known for its endless beauty and charm. The landscape of Himachal Pradesh is very interesting and charm to eyes with the Mountain Passes. These are narrow passages, which are locally known as […]
Daily Himachal GK 2020