Indian History Notes

The 185th birth anniversary of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was celebrated on 27th June 2024. Read here to learn more about his life. Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s political philosophy stemmed from the firm belief that Indian society must synergize the best practices of the West without … [Read more...] about Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay

Vaikom satyagraha which lasted for 604 days (20 months) from March 30, 1924 to November 23, 1925, marked the dawn of temple entry movements across India. Read here to learn more about the movement. Vaikom Satyagraha was a significant socio-political movement in Kerala, India, during the early … [Read more...] about Vaikom Satyagraha: 100 years commemoration

Lachit Borphukan was a prominent military commander and a hero in the history of Assam, a state in northeastern India. He played a crucial role in the Ahom-Mughal War, particularly during the Battle of Saraighat in 1671. Read here to learn more about his life. Union Home Minister recently … [Read more...] about Lachit Borphukan: Assam’s Braveheart

Which are the main medieval Indian history books and who are their authors? Who wrote the book Mattavilasa Prahasana? What was the theme of the book Akbarnama? Read further to know more. Medieval  Indian history books and authors are an important topic for the UPSC preliminary exam. The … [Read more...] about Medieval Indian History Books and Authors

Which are the modern Indian history books?What does Gita Rahasya speak about ?Who wrote the book Anandamath? Read further to know more. Modern Indian History Books and Authors are an important topic for the UPSC preliminary exam and linked with the growth of colonialism in India. East Indian … [Read more...] about Modern Indian History Books and Authors

Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of independent India, was not merely a political figure but a luminary whose life journey was intricately woven with the struggle for freedom and the building of a nascent nation. Read here to learn more about his life. Dr. Rajendra Prasad served as the … [Read more...] about Dr. Rajendra Prasad: Architect of the Indian Republic

Gothic architecture is a style of architecture that flourished in Europe during the High and Late Middle Ages. It evolved from the Romanesque architectural style and was succeeded by the Renaissance architecture. Read here to learn all about it. Gothic architecture was named for the Goths, a … [Read more...] about Gothic Architecture

India is a diverse country with a rich tapestry of cultures, religions, and traditions, and as a result, there are various New Year festivals celebrated across different regions. Read here to learn about the different New Year traditions of India. The New Year in India is not confined to January … [Read more...] about New Year Festivals in India

Indian sculpture has a rich and diverse tradition that spans centuries. Still, if we focus on more contemporary or modern Indian sculpture, we can see a fusion of traditional techniques with contemporary themes and materials. Read here to learn more. The journey and features of modern Indian … [Read more...] about Modern Indian Sculpture