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 […]
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: […]