About The Angkor Wat
Context: Angkor Wat temple, located in Cambodia, has defeated Pompeii in Italy to become the eighth Wonder of the World. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Angkor Wat: Majestic Temple Complex Distinctive Features: Architectural Elements: Sacred Symbolism: Geographical Location: -Source: Times of India
Parthenon Sculptures: Ancient Treasures at the British Museum
Context: British PM Rishi Sunak’s cancellation of a meeting with Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has escalated tensions over the status of the Parthenon Sculptures housed at the British Museum, commonly known as the Elgin Marbles. Athens accuses London of evading discussions on the contested artifacts. Greece has repeatedly requested the permanent return of the sculptures, […]
Nolamba Dynasty
Context: Ancient inscriptions, hero stones, and idols of Shiva Linga and Nandi have been unearthed during recent research about the history of Nolamba Pallavas. Relevance: GS I: History The Nolamba Dynasty: Historical Significance: Territorial Dominance: Capital Shifts: Self-Identification: Founder and Origin: Political Changes: Decline: Temple Complexes: -Source: Indian Express
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