Temple Architecture in South India under Pallava Dynasty

The Pallavas were the pioneer of the Dravida style of temple architecture. During the rule of Pallavas the cave architecture saw a new turn, monolithic temples and…

Pallava Dynasty : Foundation, Rulers, Capital, Administration, Architecture, Literature and Religion

The Pallavas were one of the greatest dynasties of South India. They played significant role in the political, social and cultural history of South India. The Pallavas…

Powertrain : Role, Types and Alternative Powertrain

What is a Powertrain? The powertrain of a vehicle encompasses all the components necessary to generate and transmit power from the engine to the wheels. In a…

Raja Ram Mohan Roy : The Father of Indian Renaissance

Raja Ram Mohan Roy (1772-1833) was an eminent religious and social reformer of the 19th century India. He is called the father of modern Indian society and…

Brahmo Samaj : Founder, Prominent Leaders, Principles, Significance, Divisions and Decline

Brahmo Samaj was a social and religious reform movement that aimed to bring about progressive changes in Indian society, particularly in the areas of religion, social customs,…

Poona Pact of 1932 : Features and Significance

The Poona Pact of 1932 was an agreement between B.R. Ambedkar and M.K. Gandhi on the political representation of the Depressed Classes now known as Scheduled Castes…

Self-Respect Movement and ‘Periyar’ E. V. Ramaswamy Naicker

Self-Respect Movement was an emancipatory movement unlike any other, whose aim was to empower individuals and communities to challenge and overthrow the hierarchical structures that oppressed them….

Non-Cooperation Movement : Programmes , Participation and Significance

Mahatma Gandhi announced his plan to begin Non-Cooperation with the government as a sequel to the Rowlatt Act, Jallianwala Bagh massacre and the Khilafat Movement. It was…

Narco-terrorism : Relationship Between Terrorism and Drug Trafficking

Must read: Narco-terrorism : a serious threat across the country What is Narco-terrorism? Narcoterrorism is a multifaceted phenomenon that combines drug trafficking and terrorism. It creates a…

Narco-terrorism : a serious threat across the country

QUES . Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism. 150 words. 10 marks. UPSC MAINS 2024…

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