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Kitchen Chemistry: Formulas & Names

Kitchen Chemistry: Formulas & Names The CGL Trap: The examiner asks for the formula of "Blue Vitriol". You know it's Copper Sulfate, but is it $5H_2O$ or $10H_2O$? Chemistry in competitive exams is less about reactions and more about Common Names vs. Chemical Names . 1. The "Soda" Confusion The biggest …

The 12 Five-Year Plans

The 12 Five-Year Plans Context: The Planning Commission was set up in March 1950 under the chairmanship of Jawaharlal Nehru. From 1951 to 2017, India followed the Soviet model of Five-Year Plans (FYP). Although replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015, the specific models and objectives of these plans are still "Hot Topics" for CGL and UPSC. …

UPI's Impact on Indian Economy

The UPI Phenomenon: Impact on Indian Economy Research Brief The UPI Revolution How a simple interface transformed the Indian Economy into a global digital powerhouse…

The Invisible Market of Prestige Economics

Why People Buy Status: The Invisible Market of Prestige Economics By Dattatray — An in-depth, human-first look at why status functions like an economic good, how markets monetize prestige, and what it means for individuals, businesses, and society. A small story Ravi had a promotion coming and a choice: fix the leaking roof or buy a mid-range luxury watch. He chose …

Income Statement

Income Statement (Profit & Loss Account) 1. Introduction The Income Statement , also known as the Profit & Loss Account (P&L) , is one of the most crucial financial statements prepared by a business. Unlike the Balance Sheet , which shows the financial position at a single point in time, the income statement reflects a company’s performance over a perio…