Sant Ravidas Ki Pothi: The President addressed the ‘Shri Guru Ravidas Vishva Mahapeeth Rashtriya Adhiveshan-2021’ in New Delhi appreciating the steps taken by Sant Ravidas for the welfare of the entire humanity. Analysis of Sant Ravidas Ki Pothi Sant Ravidas was a 14th-century saint and founder of the Bhakti movement in North India. The devotional songs […]
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Context: Nigeria’s Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala was appointed as the first female and first African head of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Analysis Structure of World Trade Organization (WTO) The WTO has 164 members, accounting for 98% of world trade. Decisions are made by the entire membership. This is typically by consensus. The WTO’s agreements have to
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Context: Uranium deposits in India: The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) has confirmed that “small deposits” of uranium were found at Kasha Kaladi in Shimla and Tileli in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The largest deposit in the state is at Rajpura in Una district. The size of the find has put Himachal Pradesh at
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development approved the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Mahila Shakti Kendra Scheme on 22nd November, 2017. Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK) is a sub-scheme under the Umbrella Scheme Pradhan Mantri Mahila Shashaktikaran Yojana (PMMSY). The Scheme will provide an interface for rural women to approach the government for availing
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Context: The 141stbirth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu also known as Nightingale of India/ Bharat Kokila, a doyen of Indian Independence movement, is being celebrated on 13th February, 2021. Analysis Sarojini Naidu was eventually drawn towards Indian National Congress’ movement to liberate India from the British. She went on to become a follower of Mahatma Gandhi and
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Context: The Election Commission announced the schedule for elections to four graduates’ and teachers’ constituencies in the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh legislative councils. These are constituencies in which only teachers and graduates respectively are eligible to vote. Analysis Composition of State Legislative Council Unlike the members of the legislative assembly, the members of the legislative
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Q.The period after independence came with different sets of problems and issues that no one thought of. Examine what were the challenges that emerged in India.(15 marks, 250 words, GS-1, Post-Independence) Answer- The challenges faced include- Political- Nation building- integration, consolidation and reorganization– as there were many princely states at the time of
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Q.The contribution of Vijay Nagar Empire is not only limited to unite the South under rather towards flourishing Indian art and architecture. Examine. (15 marks, 250 words, GS-1, Art & Culture) Answer- The Vijayanagar Empire succeeded the rich art and architecture of the Cholas, the Pandyas and the Hoysalas in the Dravidian style of
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Q.Though 19th century India saw number of social reform movements but the impact was certainly restricted. Discuss the reasons behind such restrictions.(10 marks, 150 words, GS-1, Modern History) Answer- The 19th century India saw a series of movements and acts to reform the society and modernize it with the help of British. Formation
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Q . The excavation at Keeladi has created another political controversy in India. In this context, comment on the significance of the excavation and the life of Thiruvalluvar. (10 marks, 150 words, GS-1, Modern History) Answer- Introduction- Thiruvalluvar, commonly known as Valluvar, was a celebrated Tamil poet and philosopher. He is best known as the author of
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