EVOLUTION OF SETTLEMENT PATTERNS AND SYSTEM IN JAIPUR DISTRICT, RAJASTHAN
EVOLUTION OF SETTLEMENT PATTERNS AND SYSTEM IN JAIPUR DISTRICT, RAJASTHAN

Author: Izhar Ahmad

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2017-09-12

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 1387143816

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The present study on evolution of settlement patterns and system in Jaipur district shows that evolution of settlement and its growth in an area is out¬come of, interplay of prevailing socio-economic, physico-cultural and techno-organizational factors in temporal and spatial aspect during the process of growth many more changes are found due to coming of different racial stock in the region and putting their imprints on physical landscape of the region in accordance with their cultural norms of society.

Thar Desert in Retrospect and Prospect
Thar Desert in Retrospect and Prospect

Author: R.P. Dhir

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 423

ISBN-13: 9388043154

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Thar Desert in India is one of the most well-investigated and densely populated regions amongst the world arid zones. A blend of crop and animal husbandries, conservative land use practices, coping mechanisms to minimize adverse effect of drought and a frugal lifestyle have been the characteristic features of its dwellers. Recent increase in biotic pressure has interacted with the fragile environment to create fearsome environmental problems. Governmental responses were prompt in form creating a strong research infrastructure for multi-disciplinary and multi-location research and demonstration on the one hand and in huge investment in irrigation from internally and externally sourced water, desertification control program and an accelerated socio-economic and infrastructure development, softening content of drought and strengthening of livelihoods on the other. Unlike several publications on the Thar, the current effort attempts a comprehensive, pragmatic and off-beat analysis of various developments and goes further to show how the situation today is a blend of both resource degradation and economic development. Recent studies have helped rebuild the past climate history that shows that the climate has been fluctuating during the geological history but reports suggest also that current anthropogenic global warming makes the desert more vulnerable in near future. An attempt has been made also to peep into the future of the Thar.

Rethinking the Approach to Groundwater and Food Security
Rethinking the Approach to Groundwater and Food Security

Author: Marcus Moench

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9789251049044

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This study attempts to re-frame the current thinking on groundwater development and the implications for food security. Groundwater is important in agriculture as it provides a reliable fallback when rainfeeding fails. It is therefore instrumental in managing risk and optimizing food production. However accessing groundwater has become habit and turned to dependency. Resources limits on many key aquifers have been exceeded and competition for groundwater has become intense. This study highlights the role of adaptive strategies in dealing with aquifer management and indicates directions of research and management.

Understanding Built Environment
Understanding Built Environment

Author: Fumihiko Seta

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-12-26

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 9811021384

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This book is a comprehensive document visualizing the future of built environment from a multidisciplinary dimension, with special emphasis on the Indian scenario. The multidisciplinary focus would be helpful for the readers to cross-refer and understand others' perspectives. The text also includes case studies substantiating theoretical research. This method of composition helps the book to maintain rational balance among theory, research and its contextual application. The book comprises selected papers from the National Conference on Sustainable Built Environment. The chapters provide varied viewpoints on the core issues of urbanization and planning. This compilation would be of interest to students, researchers, professionals and policy makers.

The Soils of India
The Soils of India

Author: Bipin B. Mishra

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-01-13

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 3030310825

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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.