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Gujarati Female litterateurs Women writers in Gujarati literature have been quite substantial as they have contributed immensely to the various literary genres- poetry, fiction, and, to a lesser extent, plays and criticism. The content and expression in women’s literary works has a typical feminine touch to it. This is probably due to the limited world … Read more
Jawaharlal Nehru Nehru’s Nationalism and his role in the Freedom Movement are closely interrelated, since it was the nature of Nehru’s Nationalist ideas that dictated his course of action in the freedom movement of India. Nehru’s Nationalism: Nehru’s nationalism was not one of mindless jingoism. He was able to reach a common ground between an … Read more
Sarovar Kumar – First Smart City CEO – elected by Central Government on 27th April 2016 Pritam Singh – selected as Public Accounts Committee chairman of Rajasthan vidhan sabha Justice Ajay Rastogi – 16 April 2016 was elected as caretaker chief justice of Rajasthan High Court Tanushri Pathak … Read more
Brahmagupta: The Architect of Ancient Indian Mathematics Brahmagupta, born in 598 CE in Bhinmal, Rajasthan, India, stands as a towering figure in the history of mathematics. He was a brilliant astronomer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. His most famous work, the BrÄhmasphuá¹asiddhÄnta (Correctly Established Doctrine … Read more
Kalidasa was one of the greatest Sanskrit poets and playwrights of ancient India. He is often called the “Shakespeare of India” and his works are still widely read and performed today. Kalidasa was born in the 5th century CE, probably in the region that is now northern India. His early life is shrouded in mystery, … Read more
Eknath is a Hindu name that means “one who is devoted to God.” It is a popular name in India, and is often given to boys. The name Eknath is derived from the Sanskrit words “eka” meaning “one” and “natha” meaning “lord.” Eknath is a name that is associated with many positive qualities, such as … Read more
Jean-Baptiste Tavernier: A Jewel of the East India Trade Jean-Baptiste Tavernier (1605-1689), a French gem merchant and traveler, stands as a testament to the allure and perils of the East India trade during the 17th century. His life, marked by extraordinary journeys and encounters, offers a unique window into the world of global commerce, cultural … Read more
The Travels of Ibn Battuta: A Journey Through Time and Space Introduction Ibn Battuta, born in 1304 in Tangier, Morocco, stands as one of history’s most remarkable travelers. His epic journey, spanning over three decades and covering an estimated 75,000 miles, took him across vast swathes of the known world, from the bustling cities of … Read more