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Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South India(GS1 2024 Question)

The Pallavas were a prominent power in India for more than four centuries between the 6th and 9th centuries. During this time, art and literature in South India witnessed unprecedented growth. Other Influence Pallavas left a lasting legacy that not only influenced the succeeding Chola and Vijayanagara dynasties but also spread their cultural influence to Southeast Asia,… Continue reading

Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period(GS1 2024 Question)

The Vedic period (1500-600 BCE) saw significant shifts from the Rig Vedic (1500-1000 BCE) pastoral society to the Later Vedic (1000- 600 BCE) agrarian-based economy, along with growing social strati fication and complex rituals. These changes laid the foundation for early Indian civilization. Changes in Society from Rig Vedic to Later Vedic Period Aspect Rig… Continue reading

EnviStats India 2024

Why in the News? The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the “EnviStats India 2024: Environment Accounts” Report. What is the EnviStats India 2024 Report? The EnviStats India 2024 Report, released by the MoSPI, is the 7th consecutive publication. It compiles environmental-economic accounts based on the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA) Framework.… Continue reading

Who was Rani Durgavati?

Why in the News? Madhya Pradesh CM chaired a meeting in honour of the 16th century tribal queen Rani Durgavati on her 500th birth anniversary. Rani Durgavati (1524-1564) Rani Durgavati was born in 1524 in the Chandela dynasty of Mahoba (present-day Uttar Pradesh). She married Dalpat Shah, son of Gond King Sangram Shah of the… Continue reading

Dravidian Style of Architecture

Why in the News? The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), has recently finished copying inscriptions at three temples in Thirukurungudi, located in Tirunelveli district. About the 3 temples mentioned: Nambi Rayar Temple (Thirukoshtiyur Temple) It is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is located in Thirukoshtiyur, near Sivaganga in Tamil Nadu. It is one… Continue reading

[pib] World Cerebral Palsy Day

Why in the News? The World Cerebral Palsy Day was celebrated on October 6 with the theme ‘#UniquelyCP’. It celebrates the uniqueness of individuals living with cerebral palsy by emphasizing that they are not defined by their disability. About Cerebral Palsy: Details Condition A group of neurological disorders affecting movement, muscle tone, and posture. Cause… Continue reading

[5th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Kerala urgently needs to identify risk zones

PYQ Relevance: Q). Discuss about the vulnerability of India to earthquake-related hazards. Give examples including the salient features of major disasters caused by earthquakes in different parts of India during the last three decades. (UPSC CSE 2021)Q). Describe the various causes and the effects of landslides. Mention the important components of the National Landslide Risk… Continue reading

How circular migration can help meet global skill shortages and lift Indians out of poverty?

Why in the News? Maharashtra’s 997 youth, earning Rs 1.37 lakh in Israel, engage in circular migration, boosting skills through labour mobility agreements. What is the “triple win” scenario associated with circular migration? Migrants win by gaining high-paying jobs, improving their skills, and getting social security benefits while working abroad. The home country (like India)… Continue reading

United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)

Why in the News? According to the UNAIDS Director, without India’s significant contribution, the world is unlikely to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. What is HIV/AIDS? HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system, specifically targeting CD4 cells, weakening the… Continue reading

[pib] International Energy Efficiency Hub

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the signing of a ‘Letter of Intent’ that will enable India to join the International Energy Efficiency Hub (Hub). About the International Energy Efficiency Hub The Hub was established in 2020 as the successor to the International Partnership for Energy Efficiency Cooperation (IPEEC), of which India… Continue reading

Why you should care about Mapping of the Fruit Fly’s Brain?

Why in the News? Researcher have successfully mapped the entire brain of an adult fruit fly, marking the first time researchers have created such a detailed map of an adult animal’s brain. How Was the Fruit Fly Brain Mapped? The process of mapping Fruit Flies (Drosophila melanogaster) brain began in 2013. Scientists dunked the brain… Continue reading

[UPSC Openhouse] By Arvind Sir | Learn ’57’ Micro Themes To Cover 80% of the UPSC Mains Syllabus? || Consolidate Your UPSC 2025 Preparation With Micro Themes || Join On 6th Oct 2024 at 7:00 PM

Register for the masterclass on 6th Oct 2024, 7 PM to get access to ’57’ most important PYQ based micro-themes to cover UPSC syllabus Know more about the Arvind Sir’s ‘PYQ based Micro-Themes’ Masterclass In this session, Arvind Sir will help you consolidate your UPSC 2025 preparation using ’30 PYQ based Micro-Themes’ that will cover… Continue reading

Rules promoting caste bias in jails struck down by Supreme Court

Why in the News? The Supreme Court declared caste-based discrimination in prisons unconstitutional, ordering immediate reforms in jail manuals nationwide to uphold inmates’ dignity, equality, and non-discrimination rights. What specific caste-based practices in prison manuals were deemed unconstitutional by the SC? Work Assignments Based on Caste: The assignment of menial tasks like cleaning and sweeping… Continue reading

How India could play a meaningful role in the conflict in West Asia

Why in the News? With escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, India’s Ministry of External Affairs she emphasized the need to prevent regional escalation, urging all parties to resolve issues through dialogue and diplomacy for stability. Can India act as a mediator in the Iran-Israel conflict? India maintains strong strategic and economic ties with both… Continue reading

China-Vietnam red diplomacy

Why in the News? Vietnamese President’s recent trip to China seeks to rekindle the historical ties and camaraderie between Mao Zedong and Ho Chi Minh, to strengthen political trust in their bilateral relationship strategically. Current Diplomatic Relationship between China and Vietnam: Revived Political Trust: Vietnamese President to Lam’s visit to China sought to revive the… Continue reading

[pib] Cabinet confers Classical Language Status to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese and Bengali languages

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved conferring the status of Classical Language to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali. Classical Languages in India: Details Objective To recognize and preserve Bharat’s profound cultural heritage embodied in these languages and their literary traditions. Criteria for Classical Language Status 2004 (when Tamil was declared a… Continue reading

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