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UPSC syllabus topic (General Studies- Paper 1): Industrial revolution-I

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Industrial revolution Many aspects of modem politics in Europe were related to the transformation of economic life during the 18th and 19th centuries. Specifically important here was the growing significance of industrial capitalism during this period. This in turn was linked to the industrial revolution In Europe. The Industrial Revolution was the transition to new …

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Q. What problems are germane to the decolonization process in Malay Peninsula? [UPSC GS1-2017]

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Q. What problems are germane to the decolonization process in Malay Peninsula? [UPSC GS1-2017] Ans: Malay Peninsula (except the southwestern Thailand as Thailand was never formally under colonial rule) was under British influence since late 18th century. The decolonization of Malaya Peninsula was a part of the series of decolonization movements going across the Asia …

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JPSC HISTORY(GS Paper-III): The Rise of the Magadhan empire

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The Rise of the Magadhan empire Magadha was one of the sixteen maha- janapadas which flourished shortly before the time of Gautam Buddha. Out of the sixteen maha-janapadas Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti rose into prominence and engaged in the struggle for the supremacy. Besides, the republican confederacy of the Vrijis was also a strong …

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JPSC HISTORY(GS Paper-III): Cultural Achievements of the Pallavas

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Cultural Achievements of the Pallavas After decline of Satavahanas there arose a number of kingdoms. The Pallavas were one of them. They were feudatories of Satavahanas who came into power after the downfall of their overlords.They dominated the south India between 6th to 8th century CE. Their contribution lies in both political and cultural arena …

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JPSC HISTORY(GS Paper-III): The Arab Invasion of India

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The Arab Invasion of India The Arabs had been the carriers of Indian trade to Europe for centuries. After conversion to Islam, they cast their eyes on the fabulous wealth of India as well as they were eager to propagate their new religion in India. However, the opportunity to invade Sind came to the Arabians …

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Q. Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss. [UPSC-2020]

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Q. Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss. [UPSC-2020] Ans: Indian philosophy and traditions under both astika (orthodox) and nastika (heterodox) schools has its influenced on the various monuments and its arts forms in India. The prominent Indian philosophies and traditions are …

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Expected topics (UPSC Mains 2021) for Art and Culture

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Art forms and architecture (ancient) Art of IVC: Stone statue, Bronze casting, terracotta, seals, pottery ornaments. Mauryan arts: Pillar, Stupa, caves, sculpture, Terracotta. Pillar and Stupa→ high chance. Rock cut caves– Not only Mauryan period but throughout the ancient period. It started during Mauryan period and culminated during Rashtrakutas. Rock cut architecture favorite of UPSC. …

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JPSC-GS-Paper-III: The Indus Valley Civilization- Origin

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Indus Valley Civilisation: Origin The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) was a Bronze Age civilization (3300–1300 BCE; mature period 2600–1900 BCE). Inhabitants of the Indus river valley civilization developed new techniques in handicraft (carnelian products, seal carving) and metallurgy (copper, bronze, lead, and tin). The Indus cities are noted for their urban planning, baked brick houses, …

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