Imperialism and colonialism in Asia and Africa

Imperialism is a state policy, practice, or advocacy of extending power and dominion, especially by direct territorial acquisition or by gaining political and economic control of other areas. Because it always involves the use of power, whether military force or some subtler form, imperialism has often been considered morally reprehensible, and the term is frequently … Read more

Revolutionary Terrorism and Bhagat Singh

Revolutionary young men did not try to generate a mass revolution. Instead they followed the strategy of assassinating unpopular officials 1904: VD Savarkar organized Abhinav Bharat Newspapers like The Sandhya and Yugaantar in Bengal and the Kal in Maharashtra advocated revolutionary ideology Kingsford Incident: In 1908, Khudiram Bose and Prafulla Chaki threw bomb at a … Read more

Indian National Movement: Nationalism and Congress

ORIGIN OF NATIONALISM The Rise of Nationalism is reflected in the spirit of Renaissance in Europe when freedom from religious restrictions led to the enhancement of national identity. This expression of Nationalism was furthered by the French Revolution. The political changes resulted in the passing of Sovereignty from the hands of an absolute monarch to … Read more

The India Independence Act 1947

The India Independence Act 1947: A Nation Born from Partition The year 1947 marked a pivotal moment in history, not just for India but for the entire world. After centuries of British rule, the Indian subcontinent finally achieved independence. However, this momentous occasion was marred by the tragic partition of the country into India and … Read more

Indian Economy in the Pre-independence Period

The Indian Economy in the Pre-Independence Period: A Tale of Two Worlds The Indian economy before independence was a complex tapestry woven with threads of tradition, colonialism, and nascent industrialization. It was a period marked by both immense potential and deep-rooted challenges, shaping the economic landscape of the nation for decades to come. This article … Read more

RAS MAINS REVISION: Part III Auditing and Accounting

RAS MAINS REVISION: Part III Auditing and Accounting Social Audit:    It is a tool through which government department can plan, manage and measure non-financial activities and monitor both internal and external consequences of the department social and commercial operation. OR Social Audit is an independent evaluation of the performance of an organisation as it relates … Read more

Advent of Europeans in India

Portuguese arrival in India Portuguese trade in India Portuguese conquests in India Dutch arrival in India Dutch trade in India Dutch conquests in India English arrival in India English trade in India English conquests in India French arrival in India French trade in India French conquests in India Battle of Plassey Battle of Buxar Third … Read more

Secular Festivals

Beyond the Sacred: Exploring the World of Secular Festivals Festivals, those vibrant celebrations that punctuate our lives with joy, music, and shared experiences, are deeply ingrained in human culture. While many festivals are rooted in religious traditions, a growing number are purely secular, celebrating aspects of human experience, culture, and the natural world. These secular … Read more

Independence and Partition of India

Mountbatten plan The British government sent a Cabinet Mission to India in March 1946 to negotiate with Indian leaders and agree to the terms of the transfer of power. After difficult negotiations a federal solution was proposed. Despite initial agreement, both sides eventually rejected the plan. An interim government with representatives of all the Indian … Read more