Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister has bowed to Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan on his birth anniversary. Relevance: GS I- Modern History Dimensions of the Article: About Jayaprakash Narayan Congress Socialist Party of JP Narayan 1939-1979 Total revolution:
200th Birth Anniversary of Shri Ramalinga Swamy
Context: India celebrated the 200th birth anniversary of Shri Ramalinga Swamy, also known as Vallalar, on 5th October, 2023. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Key Contributions of Shri Ramalinga Swamy: Vision of Social Reforms: Philosophical Beliefs and Teachings:
About Miniature Painting
Context: Allah Baksh, a Mewari miniature painter late 17th century, portrayed the Interpretation of Mahabharata in his Painting and is known for his intricate and delightful representation. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Allah Baksh: Court Painter of Maharaja Jai Singh Mewari Style Miniature Painting: Mewār Painting Characteristics of Mewari Style Miniature Painting: […]
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Legendary Wagh Nakh
Context: Maharashtra’s Cultural Affairs Minister recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Victoria and Albert Museum in London to bring back Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s legendary wagh nakh (tiger claw) to the state. Relevance: GS I- History Dimensions of the Article: About Chhatrapati Shivaji Shivaji and the Mughals
About Bojjannakonda
Context: Recently, the Central government has sanctioned 7.30 crore rupees for taking up landscaping and development of tourist amenities at Bojjannakonda site. Relevance: GS I: History About Bojjannakonda Bojjannakonda is an important historical and archaeological site located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. Here are some key details about Bojjannakonda: Excavation and History: Archaeological […]
About The Fatehpur Sikri
Context: A 61-year-old French tourist recently died inside the Fatehpur Sikri fort after she fell from a nine-feet-high platform following the collapse of a wooden railing. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Fatehpur Sikri: Foundation and Mughal Capital: UNESCO World Heritage Site: Architectural Highlights: Notable Buildings: -Source: Indian Express
Hoysala Temples – Key Facts
Context: The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysala, the famed Hoysala temples of Belur, Halebid and Somanathapur in Karnataka have been added to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage list. This inclusion marks the 42nd UNESCO World Heritage Site in India Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Hoysala Temples – Key Facts Chennakeshava Temple […]
75th Anniversary of Operation Polo
Context: India celebrated the 75thanniversary of Operation Polo on September 13, 2023. On this day in 1948, Indian Army launched military action to integrate the princely state of Hyderabad. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Background of Operation Polo Reasons for Launching Operation Polo Operation Polo on the Ground
About Konark Sun Temple
Context: The 18th G20 Summit was held in New Delhi, for the first time on 9th -10th September 2023, under the theme ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Details: The summit took place at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. As a tribute […]
About The Megalithic Dolmen Site
Context: Unique terracotta figurines in different states of preservation have been found in recent archaeological explorations conducted in the megalithic dolmen site at Mudu Konaje, near Moodbidri, in Dakshina Kannada. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Megalithic Dolmen Site: Key Findings at the Mudu Konaje Megalithic Dolmen Site: Significance of Findings: -Source: The […]