Notes and Study material for Exams
The Legacy of Ashoka: Post-Mauryan Art in Ancient India (3rd Century BCE – 3rd Century CE) The Mauryan Empire, under the reign of Ashoka the Great, witnessed a golden age of art and architecture. However, the empire’s decline in the 3rd century BCE ushered in a new era, marked by political fragmentation and the rise … Read more
Ramananda: The Pioneer of Bhakti in North India Ramananda, a towering figure in the history of Hinduism, is revered as the father of the Bhakti movement in North India. His teachings, characterized by a profound devotion to Lord Rama, transcended caste and social barriers, paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible form of … Read more
Making of The Constitution 1934: Idea of constituent assembly put forward by M N Roy 1935: INC officially demands constituent assembly 1938: JL Nehru’s declaration on the constitution of India 1940: Nehru’s demand accepted in the form of August Offer August Offer PM: Winston Churchill While rejecting INCs demand for independence of India after the … Read more
The Enigmatic Pandavleni Caves: A Journey Through Time and Faith Nestled amidst the rugged hills of the Deccan Plateau, in the heart of Maharashtra, India, lie the Pandavleni Caves. These ancient rock-cut cave complexes, also known as the “Karla Caves,” stand as silent witnesses to a rich tapestry of history, art, and faith. Their intricate … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Origins According to the Rajput bards, Chauhan is one of the four Agnikula or 'fire sprung' clans who were created by the Gods in the anali kund or 'fountain of fire' on Mount Abu to fight against the Asuras or demons. Chauhan is also one of … Read more