Social connectivity & responsibility

 FOOD WALK. A food walk is an outdoor adventure in which people walk from one food from one destination to another, visiting numerous restaurants, pubs, and food trucks in the process. It is an increasingly popular way to socialize and experience different flavours and cultures in a singleday.As the trend of food walks continues to grow, so do the varieties of food walks offered. Depending on the region, food walks may focus on speciality items,cultural cuisine, regional dishes, or even farm- to-table fare. Food walks are typically organized by a localcompany and feature a set it inerary and specific stops. Prices vary depending on the length of the food walk, the number of stops, and the type of food sampled. Some food walks even offer cooking or bartending classes, making them an educational experience as well as a social outing. Food walks are the perfect way to explore a city or region, sample tasty treats, and share a meal with friends. The atmosphere of a food walk is typical...

INTRODUCTION: Water conservation is the practice of using water efficiently to reduce waste and preservefreshwater resources for future generations. It involves implementing strategies andtechnologies to minimize water usage in various sectors such as agriculture, industry, andhouseholds. By adopting water-saving techniqueslikeefficientirrigationsystems,rainwaterharvesting, and reducing leakages, individuals and communities can help mitigatewater scarcity, ensure sustainable water management, anprotectecosystems.Waterconservationis essential for maintaining ecosystem health, supporting human well-being, andaddressingthe growing challenges of water scarcity and climate change. HARANGI DAM: The Harangi Dam is located near Hudgur village, Kushalnagar taluk in Kodagu district in the indian state of Karnataka. The masonry dam is built across the river Harangi, a tributary of theKaveri. The dam is located about 9 km away from the heart of Kushalnagar town.The Harangi originates in the Pushp...

 ORGANIC FARMING: Organic farming is a method of agricultural production that prioritizes the use of naturalprocessesa nd inputs to grow crops and raise livestock. It emphasizes soil health, biodiversity, and ecologicalb alance while avoiding the use of synthetic chemicals, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), anda rtificial additives. Organic farming relieson techniques such as composting, crop rotation, naturalp est control, and the use of organic fertilizers to promote sustainable and environmentally friendlya gricultural practices. The goal of organic farming is to produce healthy, nutritious food whilem inimizing harm to the environment, supporting biodiversity, and promoting the wellbeing ofa nimals and farmworkers.  Principles of Organic Farming 1.Soil Health: Organic farming focuses on building and maintaining healthy, fertile soils through practices such as crop rotation, composting, and green manure. Healthy soil supportsrobust plantg rowth and resilience to pests...

HERITAGE WALK TO BETTADAPURA TEMPLE  Introduction  Temple. Bettadapura is famous for its temple. Bettadapura has a temple on top of the hill after which the name of the town is derived or named. On the summit of the hill, there is a temple dedicated to one of the Hindu trinity deities, Lord Shiva, in the form of Mallikarjuna. Hilltop temples hold a special fascination for us, especially those that can only be accessed on foot. The changing Flora, fauna, and views as you go higher, paths steeped in history, and the stories that lie hidden around every bend, All add intrigue to weary steps. One such hilltop gem is the Sidilu Mallikarjuna temple of Bettadapura. Bettadapura is a small town en route Madikeri from Mysore. Here, rising 1600 feet from the s0rrounding plains, and standing at over 4350 feet above sea level, is a forested hill crowned by an ancient stone temple built during the Chola era, almost a millennium ago. Over 3000 steps lead up to this temple dedicate...

 Social connectivity & responsibility Module - 1 A plantation is an extensive agricultural estate dedicated to the large-scale cultivation of specific crops, often characterized by a single type of plant dominating vast areas. This agricultural model has historical roots in colonial economies where crops such as sugar, tobacco, and cotton were cultivated for export.   The term "plantation" is not only associated with historical practices but is also relevant in contemporary contexts, especially in the cultivation of cash crops like tea, coffee, rubber, and palm oil. Modern plantations may strive to balance agricultural productivity with environmental sustainability, employing responsible land management and ethical labor practices. As agriculture continues to evolve, the concept of plantations plays a crucial role in discussions about food production, economic development, and environmental conservation.  As global perspectives on agriculture shift towards sustainabil...