Keep the fire of the self-respect movement going Sub :History SEC: Modern India  Context: Hundredth year of the Self-Respect Movement. Self-Respect Movement was part of broader Dravidian movement against Brahminical hegemony. Self-Respect Movement: A radical social reform movement in South India that aimed to achieve equality for those oppressed by the caste system. […]

    A life in revolution: Bhagat Singh, a radical thinker and ideologue Sub: History Sec: Medieval India Context: Birth anniversary of Bhagat Singh. About Bhagat Singh: Bhagat Singh was born in Punjab, India (now Pakistan), on September 28, 1907, to a Sikh family deeply involved in political activities. He quit school at thirteen to […]

    Kerala’s everyday heritage heroes Sub : History Sec: Art and Culture Context: Kerala’s rich heritage faces threats from modernization, migration, and natural disasters. Citizen-led movements are emerging to preserve cultural legacies. Kannur City Heritage Foundation, Preserve Alleppey Society (PAS), Kochi Heritage Project and Vayali Collective of Thrissur are among the many grassroots movements […]

    Harappan Civilisation: Unravelling the Mysteries After 100 Years of Discovery Sub: History Sec: Ancient India Why in News: The centenary of the discovery of the Harappan civilisation is being commemorated on September 20, 2024, marking 100 years since the announcement of this monumental archaeological find. Historical Significance of the Discovery: The 1924 Announcement […]

    Rain harvesting work reveals megalithic burial site Sub: History Sec: Ancient History Context: A rainwater harvesting project in Koduvayur, Kerala unearthed a large number megalithic of urn burials. The site is on the Kundlikkad hill, also known as Malampalla or Malappuram hills in the Kollengode range of the Nenmara forest division. Key Findings: […]

    Renaming Port Blair: A Step to Remove Symbols of Colonial Slavery Sub: History Sec: Modern India  Why in News: The Indian government, as part of its ongoing efforts to eliminate symbols of colonial slavery, has renamed Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, to Sri Vijaya Puram. The announcement was […]