Notes and Study material for Exams
Fugdi: A Culinary Journey Through Maharashtra’s Rich Heritage Fugdi, a vibrant and flavorful dish, holds a special place in the culinary landscape of Maharashtra. This traditional delicacy, often referred to as “the poor man’s biryani,” is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Maharashtrian people, utilizing readily available ingredients to create a hearty … Read more
History and Battles of Rajasthan Ancient era The ancient civilised history of Rajasthan goes back to 5,000 years ago when in the present day districts of Jhunjhunu and Sikar, along with other areas of jaipur district bordering south Haryana, which formed the part of Vedic state of Brahmavarta along with districts of Mahendragarh and Rewari in Haryana, that … Read more
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was ‘a man of millennium’ who imparts the lesson of truth, Non- violence and peace. The philosophy and ideology is relevant still today.The philosophy of Gandhi was based on truth, sacrifice, non- violence selfless service and cooperation. In modern times, nonviolent methods of action have been a powerful tool for social protest. … Read more
Murshid Quli Khan: The Architect of an Independent Bengal (1717-1727) Murshid Quli Khan, a figure of immense historical significance, stands as a pivotal figure in the transition of Bengal from a Mughal province to an independent entity. His reign, though brief, marked a turning point in the political landscape of the subcontinent, laying the foundation … Read more
The Financial Landscape of Indian Parliamentarians: Salaries, Allowances, and the Debate on Transparency The Indian Parliament, the legislative body of the world’s largest democracy, plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s destiny. Its members, elected by the people, are entrusted with the responsibility of formulating laws, scrutinizing government policies, and representing the voices of … Read more
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel handled effectively the integration of the princely states with his diplomatic skills and foresightedness. The problem of amalgamating 562 independent states with a democratic self-governing India was difficult and delicate. But it was essential to save India from balkanization, once the Paramountcy of British crown would lapse. … Read more
Tughlaq Dynasty : Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, , Firoz Shah Tughlaq Tughlaq Dynasty Third of the five dynasties that ruled Delhi, the Tughluq Dynasty was, perhaps, one of the strongest of the Delhi Sultanates.The Tughlaqs were basically of Turkish origin and the family was essentially Muslim. Around the year 1321, Ghazi Tughlaq … Read more
Bharavi: The Bard of the Chalukyas Bharavi, a celebrated poet of ancient India, stands as a towering figure in Sanskrit literature. His magnum opus, the epic Kiratarjuniya, is a masterpiece of narrative poetry, renowned for its lyrical beauty, dramatic intensity, and profound philosophical insights. While his life remains shrouded in mystery, his work continues to … Read more
Haider Ali: The Lion of Mysore and the Architect of a New Power in South India Haider Ali (1721-1782), a charismatic and ambitious military leader, rose from humble beginnings to become the de facto ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore in southern India. His reign, marked by military brilliance, strategic acumen, and a relentless pursuit … Read more
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