UPSC has been constantly asking questions from Buddhism and Jainism. With regard to Buddhism, the focus has shifted to concepts like Bodhisattvas. Following is a brief idea about Bodhisattvas to help students attempt UPSC CSE questions related to it. Bodhisattva is an important concept in … [Read more...] about Bodhisattva: Enlightened beings who delay entering paradise to help others
Indian History Notes
Coinage of India: Coins used in Ancient India
The study of coinage in history is called numismatics. This article is an attempt to capture the significant evolutionary changes the ancient Indian coinage experienced. The beginning of ancient Indian coinage can be traced between 1st millennium BCE to 6th Century BCE. This stage comprised of … [Read more...] about Coinage of India: Coins used in Ancient India
GI Tags India: State-wise Compilation with Photos (Video Series)
ClearIAS has produced a video series on GI Tags in India. A GI Tag (geographical indication) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess a reputation that is due to that origin. For example, Kashmir Pashmina. ClearIAS Video-Series on GI Tags in India … [Read more...] about GI Tags India: State-wise Compilation with Photos (Video Series)
Crossroads 1960-1970: Learn History by Inter-Linking
Crossroads 1960-1970 is the second part of the video series "Crossroads" by ClearIAS. In this video series, we help students to learn history by inter-linking it with different subjects. This video under the program Crossroads focuses on the period between 1960-1970. After having a ride into the … [Read more...] about Crossroads 1960-1970: Learn History by Inter-Linking
Crossroads 1945-1960: Learn History by Inter-Linking
Crossroads is a video-series by ClearIAS in which we try to help students learn different subjects by inter-linking. Crossroads 1945-1960 is the first part of the series. In this new learning initiative, Crossroads, ClearIAS will teach you how to memorize different subjects like Indian … [Read more...] about Crossroads 1945-1960: Learn History by Inter-Linking
ClearIAS Starts ‘Crossroads’ – Learn by Inter-Linking
ClearIAS has started a new video series - Crossroads. This initiative discusses how to learn different subjects by inter-linking. We all learn and memorize by inter-linking. However, only a few people have understood the real power of inter-connecting subjects. If properly utilized, the … [Read more...] about ClearIAS Starts ‘Crossroads’ – Learn by Inter-Linking
Mansabdari System – Explained in Layman’s Terms
Mansabdari System was the bureaucratic administration system of the Mughal Rulers in India. What does the term ‘Mansab’ mean? The bureaucratic administration of Mughals in India was based on a system called Mansabdari System. Those nobles who joined Mughal service were enrolled as … [Read more...] about Mansabdari System – Explained in Layman’s Terms
Trade Unions – The History of Labour Unions in India
What are trade unions or labour unions? What are the new reforms introduced in the labour domain? In a globalised world, it is equally important to protect the interests of workers along with that of industrialists. At a time when the Government of India is trying to bring many labour reforms, … [Read more...] about Trade Unions – The History of Labour Unions in India
Kashmir Issue – Understand the multiple dimensions
The Kashmir Issue is not just a border dispute between India and Pakistan. It has many dimensions - external and internal. Was Kashmir an independent nation? Learn the history of Kashmir Kashmir, and adjacent areas like Gilgit, Jammu, and Ladakh - were part of the different empires at different … [Read more...] about Kashmir Issue – Understand the multiple dimensions
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel – Biography, Facts, Life, and Contributions to Modern India
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was a senior leader of Indian National Congress and a prominent figure in the Indian Freedom Struggle, who later became India's first Deputy Prime Minister and first Home Minister. Sardar Patel's contribution in integrating 565 princely states into a newly independent India … [Read more...] about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel – Biography, Facts, Life, and Contributions to Modern India
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