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Awadh: The Rise of an Autonomous State within the Mughal Empire The Mughal Empire, a vast and powerful dominion that spanned much of the Indian subcontinent for centuries, witnessed the rise of numerous autonomous states within its boundaries. Among these, the state of Awadh, located in the fertile Gangetic plain, stands out as a significant … Read more
Balban: theory of Kingship and Judicial System Theory of kingship Balban was a despotic ruler and the reestablishment of the prestige of the crown was the immediate need before him. He strengthened
The 102nd Amendment Act: A Landmark Step Towards Inclusive Democracy The 102nd Amendment Act of 2003, also known as the National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution (NCRWC) Amendment Act, stands as a significant milestone in the evolution of India’s democratic framework. This amendment, along with the 92nd Amendment Act of 2003, introduced … 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
Sir Syed Ahmed Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was an Indian Muslim pragmatist, philosopher, educator and Islamic reformist. He served the East India Company and became a judge at a Small Causes Court. He was a British loyalist but didn’t hesitate to criticise British policies, which he believed spurred the Indian Rebellion of 1857, in his … 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 Composition of the Constituent Assembly: Shaping India’s Destiny The Constituent Assembly, a remarkable body of elected representatives, played a pivotal role in drafting the Constitution of India, a document that has shaped the nation’s destiny for over seven decades. Understanding the composition of this assembly is crucial to appreciating the historical context and the … Read more