Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. “Water management systems were central to the prosperity of ancient Indian kingdoms.” Illustrate with suitable examples. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Ancient Indian hydraulic engineering and water conservation systems illustrate …
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. “The evolution of coinage in ancient India reflects changing patterns of economy, state formation and artistic expression.” Elucidate. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Numismatics is an important component of Art …
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. “Rakhigarhi has emerged as one of the most significant archaeological discoveries for understanding the Harappan Civilisation.” Elucidate. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Recent archaeological discoveries and scientific investigations at Rakhigarhi …
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. Analyse the contribution of Buddhist monasteries to the dissemination of knowledge and culture in ancient India and beyond. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Buddhist monasteries were among the earliest institutional …
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. Discuss the significance of megalithic traditions in India. Explain what they reveal about the social and cultural life of early communities. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Megalithic traditions constitute an …
Source: IE Subject: History Context: A new multi-proxy paleoclimate study has claimed that the Indus Valley Civilisation (IVC) declined due to centuries-long recurring droughts, not a single catastrophic event. About Decline of Indus Valley Civilisation: What it is? The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300–1300 BCE), also called Harappan Civilisation, was one of the world’s earliest urban …
Topic: Art and Culture Q1. The inscriptions found across India serve as a primary source of history. Examine how inscriptions from different regions and periods provide insights into India’s socio-political and economic landscape. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Inscriptions serve as a primary source of history, offering direct evidence of …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Ancient India Source: TH Context: 2024, marks the centenary of the discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization, spanning 2,000 sites across India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. First announced by John Marshall in 1924, this Bronze Age civilization, also known as the Harappan civilization, remains an enigma. Known for advanced town planning, metallurgy, and craftsmanship, …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Archaeologists, have unearthed a 5,200-year-old Harappan settlement at Padta Bet in Gujarat’s Kachchh district, near the Juna Khatiya necropolis. The excavation revealed evidence of Early Harappan to Late Harappan period occupation, including pottery, artefacts, animal bones, and structural remains. Unique ceramics suggest a local pottery tradition, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: On Navy Day (4th December 2004), the PM paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, unveiling his statue at Sindhugarh, Maharashtra. Why Navy Day is celebrated on 4th December? The Indian Navy celebrates 4th December as Navy Day every year to acknowledge the role of the Indian Navy and …
Source: TH Context: The Tamil Nadu Text Book and Education Services Corporation has published a collection of ten idylls called Patthuppattu, one of the earliest Sangam poetry collections. The publication pays tribute to Ve. Swaminatha Iyer, dedicated himself to finding ancient palm leaf manuscripts containing Tamil literary works. About Sangam Period: The Sangam period …
InstaLinks : help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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GS Paper-1 Syllabus: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature, and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Source: Indian Express Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the National Emblem cast on the roof of the new Parliament building. The concept sketch and process of casting the National Emblem on the roof of the …
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