Tamil Brahmi inscriptions discovered in Egypt shed light on ancient trade links
Why in News? 2024–25 Discovery in Egypt Relevance GS I — History & Culture Practice Question Historical Context Tamil Brahmi Script Indo–Roman Trade Background Key Findings Nature of Inscriptions Repeated Name — Cikai Korran Corroborative Parallels Trade & Cultural Implications Beyond Port Trade Diaspora Footprints Wider Historical Significance Early Globalisation Evidence Reframing Tamil History Challenges […]
Rakhigarhi & Harappan Heritage
Why in News ? Relevance GS-1 – History & Culture GS-2 – Governance / Culture Rakhigarhi – Basics Location & Identity Chronology Archaeological Significance Key Budget & Policy Announcement Heritage Development Push Part of Wider Revamp Historical & Cultural Importance Civilisational Value Knowledge Contributions Constitutional / Legal Dimension Governance / Administrative Dimension Economic Dimension Social […]
The story of 2nd Lt Arun Khetrapal & the Battle of Basantar
Why in News ? Relevance Context & Background Operational Overview — What Happened ? Decorated Soldier — Key Facts for Prelims Strategic Significance of the Battle Overview Prelims-Ready Pointers Way Forward
Communist Party of India — 100 Years
Foundation & Early Evolution Relevance Global-Ideological Background Streams Feeding the Indian Communist Movement Early State Response & Repression Role in the National Movement
Batukeshwar Dutt
Why in News? Relevance : Basic Facts Batukeshwar Dutt: Life & Background Jail Years & Hunger Strikes Post-Release Struggles Health Decline & Death Neglect vs Recognition Chaman Lal Azad’s Documentation Revolutionary Network & Personal Bonds Ideas & Ideological Contributions Key Takeaways
Sardar Patel’s vision and the meaning of national unity today
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: Sardar Patel’s Historical Role Evolution of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Patel’s Vision of Unity: Key Dimensions Political Unity Administrative Unity Cultural Unity Spiritual Unity Contemporary Meaning of National Unity (2025 Context) Cultural Integration Tourism as an Integrator Institutional and Policy Unity Unity through Culture and Connectivity Challenges to Unity Today […]
Operation Polo and Hyderabad’s accession to India
Basics Relevance : GS-I (Modern Indian History), GS-II (Polity: Federalism, Integration) Why in News Overview Challenges Way Forward Conclusion Operation Polo symbolized India’s resolve to integrate princely states into a united democratic nation. While marked by violence, it laid the foundation for political stability, democratic governance, and India’s federal structure.
The Derozio effect: Disruptive moment in 19th century colonial Calcutta
Context Relevance : GS 1(Modern History) Derozio’s role The Derozians / Young Bengal Movement Political dimension Exemplary figures Impact & limitations Impact Limitations Legacy / Significance
How a Future Indian President was Inspired
Basic Background Relevance: GS 1(History ) Conditions in Ireland (Early 20th Century) Giri’s Activism in Dublin Key Influences on Giri Political Repercussions Indo-Irish Parallels Broader Analysis Contemporary Relevance
Topra Kalan Geographical & Historical Context
Geographical & Historical Context Relevance : GS 1(Heritage , Culture , History) Recent Discoveries (2024–2025) Chronological Insights Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Findings Buddhist Connection Archaeological & Preservation Challenges Tourism & Cultural Heritage Potential Significance of Findings