Ratnagiri’s Pre-Historic Rock Art
Context: Experts and conservationists have raised concerns over the proposed location for a mega oil refinery in Barsu village of Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri district. They claim that the refinery might damage prehistoric geoglyphs found in the area. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About the Barsu-Solgaon site: What are geoglyphs? Significance of Ratnagiri’s prehistoric […]
Veer Bal Diwas
Focus: GS I: History Why in News? Prime Minister of India had recently announced that 26th December will be observed as ‘Veer Bal Diwas’, to mark the martyrdom of Sri Guru Gobind Singh’s sons. About Veer Bal Diwas: About Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji About Guru Gobind Singh Ji Contributions
About Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya
Focus: GS I- Modern History Why in News? The Prime Minister has paid tributes to Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya on his Jayanti. About Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya Newspapers: Poona Pact (1932) It was signed by Ambedkar on behalf of the depressed classes and Madan Mohan Malviya on behalf of the Upper Caste Hindus as a means to […]
About Vadnagar And The Sun Temple of Modhera
Context: Two sites in Gujarat have made it to the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage sites: Vadnagar, and the Sun Temple of Modhera, both in the Mehsana district of northern Gujarat. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Vadnagar, an ancient ‘Living City’ Vadnagar: A centre of Buddhism ASI’s claims -Source: Indian Express
Kashi Tamil Sangamam
Context: Union Home Minister said that ‘Kashi Tamil Sangamam’ is an attempt to bring a cultural renaissance that will unite the country and connect different languages. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Kashi Tamil Sangamam Cultural Significance: -Source: The Hindu
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Punya Tithi
Focus: GS I- Modern History Why in News? The Prime Minister has paid homage to Sardar Patel on his Punya Tithi and recalled his everlasting contribution to India. About Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Statue of Unity
Sri Aurobindo 150th Birth Anniversary
Focus: GS I- Modern History Why in News? Recently, the Indian Prime Minister has participated in a programme commemorating Sri Aurobindo’s 150th birth anniversary in Puducherry, under the aegis of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. About Sri Aurobindo Indian Revolutionary Movement: Some of Aurobindo’s many literary works:
Mahaparinirvan Diwas
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister paid homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas and recalled his exemplary service to our nation. Relevance: GS II- History Dimensions of the Article: What is Mahaparinirvan Diwas? About B R Ambedkar Contributions Election Shift to Buddhism He authored several books and essays, some of them are as follows;- […]
Dr Rajendra Prasad Birth Anniversary
Focus: GS I: History Why in News? President of India Pays Homage to Dr Rajendra Prasad on his Birth Anniversary. About Dr Rajendra Prasad Ji A list of the books written by Dr. Rajendra Prasad are given below:
About Chhatrapati Shivaji
Context: As yet another row over Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj erupts among politicians, a look back at one of the most famous stories surrounding the Maratha icon Relevance: GS I- History Dimensions of the Article: About Chhatrapati Shivaji Shivaji and the Mughals -Source: Indian Express