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Cell – The Basic Unit of Life | Functions, Organelles & MCQs

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🧬Cell – The Basic Unit of Life A cell is the smallest structural and functional unit of life . It is the building block of all living organisms, carrying out essential processes like growth, energy production, and reproduction. For competitive exams like NEET , UPSC, SSC, and State PSCs, understanding the structure and functions of the cell is important because it forms the foundation of biology. Questions are frequently asked on cell theory , organelles , plant vs. animal cells, and cell division , making this topic a high-scoring and must-prepare section . 🕵🏻‍♂️Discovery of Cell The discovery of the cell was a turning point in biology, and many scientists contributed step by step to our understanding. In 1665, Robert Hooke observed thin slices of cork under a simple microscope and saw small box-like structures. He called them “cells” because they looked like the tiny rooms (cells) in a monastery. In 1674, Anton van Leeuwenhoek developed a better microscope and was ...

Mechanism of indian monsoon

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 Indian Monsoon – Pulse of the Indian Subcontinent “The Indian Monsoon is not just rain — it’s the breath of a billion dreams, flowing through the fields, rivers, and economies of a nation.” Introduction India’s climate is defined by the dramatic rhythm of the monsoon. Every year, the skies open and winds shift in a grand climatic ballet that influences crops, water levels, energy production, and even political decisions. The monsoon is India’s lifeline — supporting over 60% of agriculture , and thus, directly affecting livelihoods, GDP, and food security . For aspirants of UPSC and state-level exams, understanding the Indian monsoon is essential not just from a geographic perspective, but also in environment, economy, disaster management, and climate change contexts.  What is a Monsoon? The word monsoon is derived from the Arabic word ‘mausim’ , meaning season . It refers to a seasonal reversal of wind direction accompanied by changes in pressure and precipitation. Key ...