Cultural Continuity in Vadnagar, Gujarat
Context: A collaborative study conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (Kharagpur) and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has revealed compelling evidence of cultural continuity in Vadnagar, Gujarat, even after the collapse of the Harappan civilization. This finding challenges the traditional concept of a “Dark Age” by showcasing that Vadnagar maintained cultural resilience and […]
Who was Savitribai Phule?
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of India paid tributes to Savitribai Phule on her birth anniversary (3rd January 1831). Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Who was Savitribai Phule? The loud opposition to Phules’ schools Phule’s role as a social reformer, beyond education Balhatya Pratibandhak Griha Satyashodhak Samaj: Balyata Pratibandak Gruha: Husband’s funeral procession Death: Savitribai’s literary […]
About Rani Velu Nachiyar
Context: The Prime Minister of India has paid tributes to Rani Velu Nachiyar (3rd Jan 1730 – 25th Dec 1796) on her birth anniversary. Relevance: GS I: History Rani Velu Nachiyar: The Pioneering Queen of Tamil Nadu Background: Multilingual Scholar: Ascension to the Throne: Military Initiatives:
About The Veer Bal Diwas
Context: The Prime Minister of India will participate in the Veer Bal Diwas function at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Veer Bal Diwas: About Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji About Guru Gobind Singh Ji Contributions -Source: The Hindu
Execution of Kakori Train Action Revolutionaries
Context: Ninety-six years ago, in December 1927, four key figures of the Indian independence movement faced execution. These revolutionaries, associated with the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA), were hanged for their involvement in the Kakori Train Action, a daring act where a train transporting funds to the British treasury was looted. Their sacrifice stands as a […]
About Yogmaya Temple
Context: Yogmaya Temple is a historically important monument believed to be standing at the site of an ancient temple that is said to have come up during the period of the Mahabharata. Relevance: GS I: History Yogmaya Temple Overview: -Source: Indian Express
About A Guru Tegh Bahadur
Context: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji on his martyrdom day. Relevance: GS I- History Dimensions of the Article: About Guru Tegh Bahadur: The Guru’s times Run-in with the Mughals Travels beyond Punjab The guru’s martyrdom
Vijay Diwas: Commemorating Triumph and Sacrifice
Context: Leaders across the political lines paid tribute to the soldiers who fought in the 1971 war, on the occasion of 52nd Vijay Diwas recently. Relevance: GS I: History Vijay Diwas: Commemorating Triumph and Sacrifice Historical Context: Key Events: Outcome: Significance: -Source: Indian Express
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Punya Tithi
Context: The Prime Minister, has paid tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his Punya Tithi. Relevance: GS I- Modern History About Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Statue of Unity
Addressing Untraceable Monuments and Protecting Monuments in India
Context: A parliamentary committee’s recent report suggests substantial revisions to the Archaeological Survey of India’s strategy, focusing on issues related to untraceable monuments and advocating changes in the handling of religious activities at protected sites. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Current ASI Policy on Worship at Monuments Selective Worship Allowance: Living ASI […]