Explanation: Dharma in Vedic philosophy refers to one's duty and righteousness in life.

1. Plants in the Thallophyta group are commonly called algae.

2. Thallophyta group includes such plants which are produced without embryo.

3. This group includes algae and fungi. Other plants are included in Embryophyta.

4. Pteridophyta includes plants with vascular tissue.

The States Reorganization Commission formed in 1953 recommended that India should be reorganized on linguistic lines. The Commission made the following major recommendations:

1. India should be reorganized into 14 states and 6 union territories.

2. The boundaries of states should be determined on the basis of language.

3. Special provisions should be made to protect the interests of minorities.

4. Administrative and financial arrangements should be made for the new states.

The Harappan civilization was characterized by its well-planned cities and advanced infrastructure. Some of the major cities of the Harappan civilization include:

1.            Harappa: Harappa was one of the first cities to be excavated in the 1920s and gave its name to the entire civilization. It is located in present-day Pakistan and was a significant center of the ancient Indus Valley civilization.

2.            Mohenjo-Daro: Mohenjo-Daro, meaning "Mound of the Dead," is another major city of the Harappan civilization, located in present-day Pakistan. It was one of the largest and most advanced cities of its time, featuring complex urban planning and sophisticated drainage systems.

3.            Kalibangan: Kalibangan is located in present-day Rajasthan, India. It is notable for its unique fire altars and is an important archaeological site belonging to the Harappan civilization.

4.            Lothal: Lothal is situated in present-day Gujarat, India. It was a vital trading center, known for its advanced dockyards and extensive trade connections with other civilizations.

5.            Dholavira: Dholavira, located in the Rann of Kutch in present-day Gujarat, India, is known for its intricate urban planning and large water conservation systems. It is one of the five largest Harappan sites in the Indian subcontinent.

6.            Rakhigarhi: Rakhigarhi is one of the largest sites of the Harappan civilization, located in present-day Haryana, India. It is still being extensively studied by archaeologists and has provided valuable insights into the life and culture of the ancient Indus Valley people.

These cities, along with numerous smaller settlements, formed the backbone of the Harappan civilization, showcasing their advanced urban planning, architecture, and social organization.

1. Provisions related to the State Human Rights Commission have been made in Chapter V of the Human Rights Protection Act, 1993.

2. According to the Human Rights Protection Act 1993, which is an Act passed by the Parliament, there is a provision to establish the National Human Rights Commission at the national level and a State Human Rights Commission at the state level.

3. Human rights have been defined and included in the Charter of the United Nations on 10 December 1948.

1. 150 elephant corridors spread across 15 'range'-states have been identified in India and West Bengal tops the list with 26 such corridors.

2. This information has come to light in a new report of the Union Environment Ministry.

3. The Central Government's 2010 Elephant Task Force Report (GAJ: Report) listed 88 such corridors in the country.