Outline the contributions of Robert Clive and Warren Hastings in laying foundations of British political authority in India.

Topic: Roles of Robert Clive, Warren Hastings Q1. Outline the contributions of Robert Clive and Warren Hastings in laying foundations of British political authority in India. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question To compare early colonial figures who transformed the East India Company from a trading body into a political power …

UPSC Mains 2025 GS Paper 1 & GS Paper 2 Analysis (Videos) — Sample Answers & Strategy

UPSC Mains 2025 GS Paper 1 & GS Paper 2 Analysis (Videos) — Sample Answers & Strategy Held on 23 Aug 2025 • Detailed analysis videos with sample answers & approach • Ideal for revision and future attempts. Watch the UPSC CSE Mains 2025 General Studies Paper 1 and General Studies Paper 2 analysis. Each …

Sheikh Mujibur Rehman

Source:  NOA Context: India strongly condemned the vandalism of Sheikh Mujibur Rehman’s historic residence in Bangladesh, emphasizing its symbolic importance in the country’s freedom struggle. About Sheikh Mujibur Rehman: Founding Father of Bangladesh: Led the independence movement and became its first President and Prime Minister. Political Evolution: Initially associated with the All-India Muslim League, later …

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27 September 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27 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. …

Bhagat Singh

Syllabus: Leader during Freedom movement Source: The Hindu Context:  The article revisits the thoughts and writings of Bhagat Singh on his birth anniversary, focusing on his contributions as a revolutionary thinker. Bhagat Singh’s works reflect a deep engagement with social, political, and philosophical issues, challenging the prevailing norms of his time. Key Points: Multilingual Intellectual: …

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24 September 2024

  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. …

100 years of discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization

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, …

Santhal Hul

Source: IE Context: The 169th anniversary of the Santhal rebellion is celebrated Hul Divas is observed annually on June 30 in memory of tribal leaders — Sidho and Kanhu Murmu — who led the Santhal hul (rebellion) on June 30, 1855, at Bhognadih in Sahebganj district (now Jharkhand) About Santhal Rebellion:  

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule

Source: PIB  Context: The Prime Minister has paid tribute to the great social reformer, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his birth anniversary   About Jyotiba Phule (1827 to 1890)