About Kashi Tamil Sangamam
Context: The stage is all set for Kashi Tamil Sangamam Phase 2 with the launch of its registration portal by IIT Madras on 27th November, 2023. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Kashi Tamil Sangamam Cultural Significance:
About Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
Context: The Prime Minister greeted people on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti. Relevance: GS I- History Dimensions of the Article: About Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji 5 teachings of Guru Nanak Ji The One God No Discrimination Stay Away Importance of Guru Sewa is the Key to Humanity
About Lachit Diwas
Focus: GS-1 History Why in News? Prime Minister pays homage to courage of Lachit Borphukan on Lachit Diwas. About Lachit Borphukan:
Exploring Geoglyphs
Context: A geoglyph in the form of a circle said to be 3,000 years old has been recently unearthed on the outskirts of Mudichu Thalapalli in the Medchal-Malkajgiri district of Telangana. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Exploring Geoglyphs Types of Geoglyphs: Geoglyphs in History: Telangana Geoglyph: Features: Nazca Lines Characteristics: Preservation: -Source: […]
About The Kamakhya Temple
Context: The Bhutan King began his maiden three-day tour to Assam with a visit to the famed Kamakhya Temple atop the Nilachal Hills in Guwahati. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Kamakhya Temple: Temple Architecture: Ambubachi Mela: Ambubachi Mela is an annual Hindu fair held at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. Here […]
About The Elephanta Caves
Context: A team of researchers recently discovered two rock-cut Shaivite temple caves older than Elephanta near Rajapur, Ratnagiri. Relevance: GS I: History Elephanta Caves: -Source: Times of India
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Birth Anniversary
Context: The President of India paid homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary. Relevance: GS I- Modern History About Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Statue of Unity
Ming Dynasty
Context: A book that drew comparisons between an inept Chinese emperor of the Ming dynasty and President Xi Jinping was recently recalled in China. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Ming Dynasty Founding and Capital Governmental Structure Achievements Collapse -Source: Hindustan Times
About The Talagirishwara Temple
Context: Neglect has taken a heavy toll on the 1,300-year-old Pallava period paintings at Talagirishwara temple at Panamalai in Villupuram district of Tamil Nadu. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Talagirishwara Temple Location: Construction: Features: Paintings in Talagirishwara Temple -Source: The Hindu
Appointment of Odhuvars in Chennai Region’s Shaivite Temples
Context: The Tamil Nadu Government appointed 15 Odhuvars, including five women, to serve the deities by singing hymns and praises in Shaivite temples across the Chennai region. Relevance: GS I: Ancient Indian History Dimensions of the Article: Who are Odhuvars? Historical Origin: Significance in the Present: Challenges and Issues Faced by Odhuvars in Tamil Nadu […]