Kakatiyas

Kakatiyas The 12th and the 13th centuries saw the emergence of the Kakatiya dynasty. They were at first the feudatories of the Western Chalukyas of Kalyani, ruling over a small territory near Warangal. A ruler of this dynasty, Prola II (1110–1158) extended his sway to the south and declared his independence. His successor Rudra (1158–1195) … Read more

Urban morphology

  Urban morphology is the study of the form of human settlements and the process of their formation and transformation.Morphological studies often deal with development of forms and pattern of the present city or other urban areas through time. Urban morphology is the study of the physical form of a city, which consists of street … Read more

Contribution of Qutubshahis to Andhra History and Culture-Regional Literature- Praja Kavi -Vemana and others

Yakshagana. Qutb Shahi literature is a rich and diverse body of literature that was written in a variety of languages, including Telugu, Persian, and Urdu. Qutb Shahi literature is characterized by its use of beautiful imagery, its lyrical style, and its deep philosophical insights. Some of the most famous examples of Qutb Shahi literature include … Read more

Socio Cultural Awakening In Andhra Pradesh

Modern Andhra Socio-cultural awakening in Andhra Pradesh Brahmo samaj In pre-British India the entire life of an individual was organized within the concept of caste and tradition. The British introduced a uniform system of administration and western thought of the English Education system in India. As a result of these created a new class of … Read more

Art, Culture, Literature and Architecture for RAS/RTS Mains and RAS/RTS Prelims

[su_heading]Art Forms of India[/su_heading]     Mughal Pahari Rajasthani/Rajput Madhubani/Mithila Manjusha/Angika Tanjore Origin Earlier Persian blend. Became Indian under Akbar. Originated in the sub-Himalayan kingdoms of 19th century. Early 16th century. Various sub-schools existed Done traditionally by the Women in the villages near the town of Madhubani. It originated as floor and wall paintings.   … Read more

Art, Culture, Literature and Architecture

Harappan art 2500 1800 BC Also known as the bronze age Architecture refers to designing of and construction of buildings where are the sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art In architecture ,various types of materials are used that is a stone , wood, glass, Metal  etc .where as sculpture is made of single piece of … Read more

Gupta Architecture

Gupta Architecture is a software architecture that is designed to be scalable, reliable, and secure. It is based on the idea of dividing the system into multiple layers, each of which is responsible for a specific set of tasks. This allows each layer to be developed and maintained independently, which makes the system more scalable … Read more

Western Indian Temples

Western Indian Temples Western Indian temples are a type of Hindu temple that is found in the western part of India. They are characterized by their intricate architecture, which often includes elaborate carvings and sculptures. Western Indian temples are also known for their rich religious history, and many of them are important pilgrimage sites for … Read more

Eastern Indian temples

Eastern Indian Temples Eastern Indian temples are a type of Hindu temple found in the eastern Indian states of Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Bihar. They are characterized by their intricate stone carvings, which often depict scenes from Hindu mythology. Eastern Indian temples are also known for their towering shikharas, or towers, which can reach … Read more

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