Notes and Study material for Exams
Gandhiji was arrested in 1922 and sentenced to 6 years of imprisonment. The result was the spread of disintegration, disorganization and demoralization in the nationalist ranks. After a defeat of their resolution of ‘either mending or ending’ in the Congress, CR Das and Motilal Nehru resigned and formed the Congress-Khilafat Swaraj Party in December 1922. … Read more
The Chishti Silsilah: A Legacy of Sufism in South Asia The Chishti Silsilah, a prominent Sufi order, has played a pivotal role in shaping the spiritual and cultural landscape of South Asia, particularly in India and Pakistan. This article delves into the history, teachings, and impact of this influential lineage, exploring its origins, key figures, … Read more
Rajasthan State Sports Council The Rajasthan State Sports Council is a registered institution under the Rajasthan Institution Registration Act, 1958, which is the apex body for the development of sports in the state under the control of the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports in the state. After the establishment, the Sports Council has played … Read more
Lighting A Billion Lives: Illuminating the Path to Sustainable Development Introduction The world is facing a multitude of challenges, from climate change and poverty to inequality and access to basic services. One of the most fundamental needs for human development is access to reliable and affordable energy. In the absence of electricity, billions of people … Read more
The Collegium System and NJAC: A Contentious Debate on Judicial Appointments in India The appointment of judges to the higher judiciary in India has been a subject of intense debate and controversy for decades. The current system, known as the Collegium System, has been criticized for its lack of transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. In response, … Read more
The Kushanas: Short introduction In the early 2nd century BC, a tribe on the Central Asian frontier of China called Hsiung-nu defeated a neighboring one known as Yueh-chih. After more conflict, the survivors of the Yueh-chih were dislocated west, passing down the Ili river valley and along the southern shore of lake Issyk … Read more
Paramountcy of the British Crown over the Princely States in India did not conform to any of the constitutionally recognized models of relationship between two powers, one dominant (British) and the other dominated (Princely States). It is pertinent to mention that Paramountcy was not an international relationship. However, Henry Maine did claim for the States … Read more