Kummi

Kummi: A Journey Through the Rhythms of South India Kummi, a vibrant and energetic folk dance form originating in the southern Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, is a captivating blend of rhythmic movements, intricate hand gestures, and powerful vocals. More than just a dance, Kummi is a cultural tapestry woven with threads of … Read more

Skandagupta (455 AD – 467 AD)

Skandagupta: The Last Great Ruler of the Gupta Empire Skandagupta (c. 455-467 AD) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of the Gupta Empire, a period marked by both remarkable achievements and the gradual decline of a once-mighty power. While his reign was relatively short, Skandagupta’s legacy is etched in the annals of ancient … Read more

Ashoka The Great – An epitome of Buddhist Architecture

Ashoka the Great: An Epitome of Buddhist Architecture Ashoka, the third ruler of the Mauryan Empire, is renowned for his reign marked by unparalleled expansion, military prowess, and a profound transformation driven by the embrace of Buddhism. While his legacy is deeply intertwined with the propagation of the Dharma, Ashoka’s impact on the architectural landscape … Read more

Subsidiary Alliance System

The Subsidiary Alliance System: A Tool of British Imperialism in India The Subsidiary Alliance System, a cornerstone of British imperial expansion in India, was a complex and multifaceted strategy that ultimately paved the way for the British East India Company’s dominance over the subcontinent. This system, implemented in the late 18th century, aimed to establish … Read more

RAS(RTS) Exam Prelims Test Series for General Studies

RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2013 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2010 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2008 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2007 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 2003 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 1998 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 1996 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 1995 RAS Pre Exam solved Paper 1993 Question Bank as Online Tests Test :-Indian Constitution, Political System … Read more

Unraveling the Legacy of the Chera Dynasty

Unraveling the Legacy of the Chera Dynasty: A Journey Through Time The Chera Dynasty, one of the three ancient Tamil kingdoms that ruled over the southern peninsula of India, has left an indelible mark on history, culture, and literature. Their reign, spanning centuries, witnessed the rise and fall of empires, the flourishing of trade and … Read more

India under the British Rule

  The economic consequences of the British rule can be studied under three heads: Decline of Indian Handicrafts and progressive ruralisation of the Indian economy Growth of the new land system and the commercialisation of Indian agriculture Process of industrial transition of India Decline of Handicrafts While India was an exporter of Handicrafts before the … Read more

Civil Services in India : Types; Characterstics and Performance

Civil service refers to the body of government officials who are employed in civil occupations that are neither political nor judicial. The concept of civil service was prevalent in India from ancient times. The Mauryan administration employed civil servants in the name of adhyakshas and rajukas. The examination for civil servants in those days too … Read more