About Shankaracharyas
Context: The four Shankaracharyas recently said that they will not attend the inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Shankaracharyas Origins and Title: Purpose and Locations: Role and Responsibilities: Life and Works of Adi Sankaracharya: Birth and Background Philosophy and Writings Travels and Contributions Legacy What is […]
About Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
Context: Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, or the Prakash Parv of the tenth Sikh Guru, is celebrated on January 17 this year. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji About Guru Gobind Singh Ji Contributions -Source: Indian Express
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