Shaikhzadas in Mughal empire Upsc

Shaikhzadas in Mughal empire Upsc

Shaikhzadas in Mughal empire The term “Shaikhzadas” generally refers to the descendants of the Prophet Muhammad in Islamic contexts. In the Mughal Empire, where the rulers and a significant portion of the population were adherents of Islam, including many descendants of the Prophet Muhammad, the term could be used to refer to individuals belonging to … Read more

Classical dances of India Upsc

Classical dances of India Upsc

Classical dances of India Classical dances of India are recognized by Sangeet Natak Akademi. It includes Bharatanatyam, Katak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Kathakali, Sattriya, Manipuri and Mohiniyattam. These mentioned dances are major classical dances of India. Also, the Culture Ministry of the Government of India includes Chhau in its classical list. These dances represent a unity of … Read more

Economic impact of British rule in India Upsc

Effect of British rule on socio-economic factors Tnpsc

This post is written for the topic “Effect of British rule on socio-economic factors Tnpsc“. The Social and Cultural impact includes the abolition of evil social practices such as Sati, Child Marriage, Infanticides, Human sacrifices etc. Also, western ideas such as Human rights, Freedom, Equality, and Liberty were the cultural effect that came along with … Read more

Last phase struggle for India Independence Upsc

Last phase struggle for India independence

The Second World War and National Movement In 1937 elections were held under the provisions of the Government of India Act of 1935. Congress Ministries were formed in seven states of India. On 1 September 1939, the Second World War broke out. The British Government without consulting the people of India involved the country in … Read more

1857 Revolt Tnpsc

1857 Revolt Tnpsc

The 1857 Revolt sowed the seeds of Indian nationalism, which lay dormant in the subconscious of the Indian people. It started the movement which was a continuous struggle against British rule till 1947. Hence, the nature, character, and causes of this Great Revolt of 1857 should be studied in order to understand the subsequent events. … Read more

NCERT History syllabus for UPSC

SYLLABUS TOPICS Stone Age Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic – Occupation, Tools, Pottery, Settlements, Lifestyle, Prehistoric Art (Cave paintings). Chalcolithic – Early towns and settlements, Farming Cultures (Ahar, Malwa, Jorwe etc) , Pottery (Ochre colored), Dwelling and Burial practices Indus Valley Civilization- Bronze Age Origin, Geographical Extent, Cities and towns, Urban planning, Important structures, Agriculture, Trade and … Read more

Art and Architecture of Bahmani kingdom Upsc

Art and Architecture of Bahmani kingdom

Bahmani Kingdom Architecture Bahmani sultans developed an architecture called Persianate-Indo-Islamic. It was well adapted by the Sultanates of the Deccan. Kalaburagi, the first capital of Bahmani is the place where Jami Masjid was built in 1367. It has perhaps the Bazaar Street in the fort, it is one of the earliest of its kind in … Read more