Ramateertham temple Subject: Art and Culture Context: Ramateertham temple in Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh turned into a political war zone over vandalism of idol of Ram. Concept: It is a 16th century temple of Lord Rama with Lakshman and Sita in “silver Kavachas”. Apart from this place is also known as an […]

Subject: Arts & Culture Context:  Manipur observed the 81st anniversary of the “women’s war” at an official function held at the “Women’s War Memorial Complex” in Imphal. Concept: This memorial complex is dedicated to the memory of several Manipuri women, who lost their lives while fighting for justice against the British on December 12, 1939. […]

Subject: Arts & Culture Concept: The Mahakali Caves, are a group of 19 rock-cut monuments built between 1st century BCE and 6th century CE. This Buddhist monastery is located in the eastern suburb of Andheri in the city of Mumbai (Bombay) in western India. Monument consists of two groups of rock-cut caves – 4 caves […]

Subject: Art & Culture Context: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is exploring ways to find a permanent solution to prevent flooding in the Airavatesvara temple in Darasuram, near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur district. Concept: It was built by the Chola king Rajaraja II (1144-1173 CE): It is much smaller in size as compared to the […]