Colonization and Decolonization

Concept of Colonization Colonization is a process by which a central system of power dominates the surrounding land and its components. The term is derived from the Latin word colere, which means “to inhabit” The colonial age featured two types of empire. In a colonial empire, conquered territories were settled by the conquering nation; a … Read more

The Mongol invasion of India

During Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak’s time, the Mongols, appeared in the East of India and emerged as a great power under the Leadership of Genghiz Khan (1165-1227). He was born in 1165 to Yesugei and Hoelun. He was brought up by his ablest mother Hoelun after his father was poisoned to death by Tatars. In his … Read more

DPPQ-The Advent of the Europeans-Portugese

Question:Vasco Da Gama, a Portuguese mariner disembarked at the Indian port of Calicut in >>>1498 >>>1398 >>>1598 >>>1698 Question:Which european nation was first to establish trading centres in India >>>Portugese >>>French >>>English >>>Dutch Question:The Hindu ruler of Calicut during the disembarked of Vasco da Gama wasknown as >>>Zamorin >>>Mappila >>>Marakkar >>>Kolathiri Question:The first Portuguese factory … Read more

Human Rights Issues

Human Rights are commonly understood as inalienable Fundamental Rights “to which a person is inherently entitled simply because she or he is a human being,” and which are “inherent in all human beings” regardless of their nation, location, language, religion, ethnic origin or any other status. The history of human rights can be traced to past documents, … Read more

Important Treaties

Treaty of Pondicherry     After the II Carinatic war. Muhammad Ali, son of late Anwar-ud-din was         accepted as the Nawab of Carinatic.   Treaty of Mangalore     Signed between Tipu & British in 1784. Under this Tipu withdrew his army   1784     from Carinatic & English withdrew … Read more

History of the world

History of the world will include events from 18th century such as Industrial revolution, World Wars,Redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like Communism,capitalism, Socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the Society.  Prehistory Prehistory is the period of time before humans developed writing systems. It is a long and complex period, with many … Read more

Prohibition of Traffic in Human Beings and Forced Labour

Prohibition of Traffic in Human Beings and Forced Labour Trafficking in human beings is a serious crime that affects millions of people around the world. It is defined as the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt of persons, by means of threat or use of force or other forms of coercion, of abduction, of fraud, … Read more

Freedom of Movement

Freedom of Movement Freedom of movement is the right to travel freely within and outside one’s country. It is a fundamental human right that is enshrined in international law. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) states that “everyone has the right to freedom of movement and residence within the borders of each State” and … Read more

Right to Life (Article 21)

The Right to Life (Article 21) The Right to Life is one of the most fundamental human rights. It is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), which states that “everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person.” This right is also protected by the International Covenant on Civil and … Read more

Right against Exploitation (Article 23 and 24)

Right against Exploitation (Article 23 and 24) The Right against Exploitation is a fundamental human right that protects individuals from being exploited or abused. It is enshrined in Article 23 and 24 of the Indian Constitution, which prohibit forced labour, child labour, and trafficking. Article 23 Article 23 of the Indian Constitution prohibits forced labour, … Read more