Notes and Study material for Exams
Multiculturalism Multiculturalism, the view that cultures, races, and ethnicities, particularly those of minority groups, deserve special acknowledgement of their differences within a dominant political culture. That acknowledgement can take the forms of recognition of contributions to the cultural life of the political community as a whole, a demand for special protection under the … Read more
Ethical Concept-Rit and Rin, concept of Duties Rita Rita, (“truth” or “order”), in Indian religion and philosophy, the cosmic order mentioned in the Vedas, the ancient sacred scriptures of India. As Buddhism, desire has been considered to be the root cause of all sufferings. However, Hinduism acknowledges Kãma as a goal of human life and … Read more
The Motion of Thanks: A Parliamentary Tradition with Enduring Significance The Motion of Thanks, a seemingly simple parliamentary procedure, holds a profound significance in the democratic process. It serves as a crucial mechanism for holding governments accountable, fostering debate, and shaping public policy. This article delves into the history, purpose, and contemporary relevance of the … Read more
A Journey Through Time: Exploring the World of Ancient Coins Ancient coins, small pieces of metal bearing the marks of history, offer a unique window into the past. They are not just relics of bygone eras; they are tangible artifacts that speak volumes about the cultures, economies, and beliefs of ancient civilizations. From the earliest … Read more
Anatomy of Indian Music Indian music is a vast and complex subject, with a rich history and tradition. It is a living art form that continues to evolve and adapt to the changing times. The anatomy of Indian music can be divided into three main parts: the raag, the taal, and the laya. The raag … Read more
Impartiality and Non-partisanship Impartiality and Non-partisanship Impartiality is a norm of Justice holding that decisions should be based on objective standards, instead of on the basis of bias, prejudice, or preferring the advantage to one person over another for unsuitable reasons. Impartiality is acting solely according to the merits of the case and serving equally … Read more
The medieval period witnessed the Growth of a rich corpus of literature that accompanied the development of new languages. The conventional view among historians was that the patronage of the Sanskrit and other regional language had declined because the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate led to the patronage of Persian. But this period witnessed the … Read more
Tolerance: Definition Tolerance is the willingness to accept actions we believe to be inappropriate or even wrong because it would be worse to take action against them. Tolerance is community-oriented. Ideally, all bad behavior should cease, but it is unrealistic to think that Society could succeed in enforcing this ideal. Tolerance understands this. Determining what … Read more