Q.1) Why is Indus Valley Civilization considered an urban civilization? Can you identify some of the elements of IVC that have influenced the present-day culture of the Indian subcontinent? ANSWER The Harrapan or Indus Valley civilization was a bronze age civilization, whose mature phase lasted from circa 2600 BCE to circa 1900 BCE. The Harrapan…
Q1) It was the constitutional impasse that forced India towards freedom with partition. Analyse the factors that contributed to this constitutional impasse. Why did efforts to solve it fail? ANSWER The constitutional impasse in the path towards India’s freedom from colonial rule refers to the failure of various plans for accommodating demands of diverse groups….
Q1) “The national movement before the arrival of Gandhi was a movement representing the classes.” How did the entry of Gandhiji change the character of the national movement for freedom? ANSWER The entry of Mahatma Gandhi in the national freedom struggle can be dated back to 1915 when he returned from South Africa after two…
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Indian Express 11- January-2024 1. Missing a maritime doctrine Topic: GS2 – International Relations This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of India-Maldives relations, maritime security, and diplomatic strategies. Context: Tensions between India and the Maldives have increased as a result of recent disparaging comments…
Daily Current Affairs 11 -January-2024 1.Diplomatic Turmoil Threatens Decades-Long Partnership: Maldives-India Relations at Crossroads Topic: GS2 – International Relations – India and its Neighbourhood This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of India-Maldives relations. Context: The government of President Mohamed Muizzu’s Maldives has recently come under…
The Hindu Editorial 11-January-2024 1. India and Maldives should see the benefits of closer ties. Topic: GS2 – International relations – India and its Neighbourhood UPSC importance: Analyzing the deteriorating India-Maldives ties, understanding regional dynamics, and assessing implications for India’s foreign relations and neighborhood stability. Context: The rapid deterioration in India-Maldives ties stems from anti-India tweets…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 11-January -2024 1.India and UAE aspire to expand bilateral trade to US$ 100 Billion: Sh. Piyush Goyal Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations, Relevant for UPSC as it outlines India’s aim to enhance economic ties with the UAE, emphasizing strategic partnerships and collaborations. Context: The article highlights India’s aspiration to boost…
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Indian Express 10- January-2024 1. A note to security planners Topic: GS3 – Internal Security- Role of external state and non-state actors. This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of security challenges, both external and internal, provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary security issues. Context:…