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First World War Background It was a result of growing inter-imperialist rivalries, growing chauvinism, antagonism and conflicts within Europe, formation of alliances and secret pacts, growing militarization, feverish preparations for war, were some of the marked features that harbingered war. There had been a number of crises which were temporarily resolved, but led to deep … Read more
Major newspapers of Uttar Pradesh Newspaper Name City Language Agra News Agra Hindi Amar Ujala Meerut Hindi Dainik Jagran Kanpur Hindi DLA Agra Hindi & English Lashkar Lucknow Urdu Rashtriyasahara Noida Hindi Sahara Samay Lucknow Hindi , The press and magazines of Uttar Pradesh are a vital part of the state’s Democracy … Read more
Art Forms of Karnataka The southern Indian state of Karnataka has a rich heritage of art and culture. From time immemorial, the region has been the origin and the culmination ground of Indian classical music and other art forms. Folk culture has its roots in this state and the art forms have heavily borrowed from … Read more
Indus Valley Civilization Indus Valley Civilization was the first major civilization in south Asia, which spread across a vast area of land in present day India and Pakistan (around 12 lakh sq.km). The time period of mature Indus Valley Civilization is estimated between BC. 2700- BC.1900 i.e. for 800 years. But early Indus Valley Civilization had … Read more
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
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
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, that administers the Cinematograph Act, 1952. The CBFC is responsible for the certification of films for public exhibition in India. The CBFC was established in 1952 with the objective of regulating the exhibition of … Read more
The Melodious Tapestry: A Classification of Indian Music Indian music, a vibrant and ancient art form, has captivated audiences for millennia. Its rich history, diverse styles, and intricate theoretical framework make it a fascinating subject of study. This article delves into the complex world of Indian music, exploring its classification and the key elements that … Read more
The Complexities of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh: A Journey Through History, Politics, and Culture Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh, nestled in the majestic Himalayas, are regions steeped in history, culture, and political complexities. This article delves into the intricate tapestry of these regions, exploring their unique identities, historical significance, and the ongoing political … Read more