MENHIR Sub: History Sec: Art and Culture Context: The Mudumal megalithic menhirs in Telangana’s Narayanpet district are set to become the second UNESCO World Heritage Site in the state. They are among six Indian sites expected to be added to the tentative UNESCO list in 2025. What are Menhirs? A menhir is a […]
INA veteran celebrates 99th birthday by paying tributes to Netaji and fallen soldiers Sub: History Sec: Freedom struggle Early Life and Background Lt. Rangaswamy Madhavan Pillai was born on March 13, 1926, in Swryan township, Rangoon district, Burma (now Myanmar). His father hailed from the Sivaganga region in Tamil Nadu. Association with the […]
Madhav National Park becomes India’s 58th Tiger Reserve Sub : History Sec: Art and Culture Context: The Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh has been designated as India’s 58th tiger reserve, marking it as the ninth tiger reserve in the state. About Madhav National Park: Madhav National Park is located in Shivpuri district, […]
Thakkolam temple, a treasure trove of Tamil history, needs restoration Sub : History Sec: Art and Culture Context: The Jalanatheswarar Temple in Thakkolam, is an important historical site, particularly from the Chola period, has suffered severe deterioration, and its structural condition is in urgent need of restoration. About the temple: The Jalanatheswarar Temple […]
Savarkar’s ‘The Indian War of Independence 1857’ and its National Character Sub: History Sec: Personality Introduction Savarkar’s The Indian War of Independence 1857 (1909) played a crucial role in shaping nationalist consciousness regarding the Revolt of 1857. The book presented the rebellion as a pre-planned national uprising against British rule rather than a […]
How the historic Tea Horse Road connected India to China, through Tibet Sub : History Sec: Ancient India Tea Horse Road: The Tea Horse Road was a historic trade route spanning over 2,000 km, connecting China to India via Tibet. Less famous than the Silk Road, it was crucial for commerce, and was […]
UNESCO World Heritage status for 12 forts associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Sub : History Sec : Art and culture Context: A delegation led by Maharashtra Minister for Cultural Affairs and Information Technology, Ashish Shelar, departed for Paris to secure UNESCO World Heritage status for 12 forts associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Details […]
PM Modi to attend ‘biggest ever’ jhumur event in Guwahati: All about the tribal dance Sub : History Sec: Art and Culture Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the “biggest ever” jhumur event, Jhumoir Binandini 2025, in Guwahati’s Sarusajai Stadium on February 24. The event marks the beginning of the Advantage Assam […]
Archaeologists must look for more iron-specific sites in the south Sub : History Sec: Ancient India Introduction The Iron Age in India marks a significant phase in the country’s ancient history. Unlike other regions where the Iron Age succeeded the Copper-Bronze Age, the Indian subcontinent showcases a different timeline. In northern India, the […]
Maharashtra forms panels to safeguard ancient forts Sub: History Sec: Art and Architecture Context: The Mahayuti government in Maharashtra has announced the formation of district-level committees to protect ancient forts in Maharashtra from encroachment. By January 31, the committees are required to prepare a comprehensive list of all encroachments and submit it to […]