History of Modern India Overview of modern history of India India's modern history can be traced back to the 18th century when the country was under the rule of the British East India Company. The British had established their presence in India in the early 1600s, but it was not until the Battle of Plassey in 1757 that they gained...
Indian Geograhy India's neighbouring countries Pakistan - 3,323 km India shares a land border with Pakistan in the north and northwest of the country.China - 3,488 km India shares a land border with China in the northeast of the country. The border is known as the Line of Actual Control (LAC).Nepal...
Indian Polity, Constitution and Governance 42nd CAA of Indian Constitution The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act (CAA) of India was enacted in 1976 during the period of emergency declared by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The amendment aimed to strengthen the powers of the central government and limit the powers of the state governments. The 42nd CAA made several changes...
India-Pakistan War 1971 The India-Pakistan War of 1971 was a conflict between India and Pakistan that took place from December 3rd to December 16th, 1971. The war resulted in the creation of Bangladesh, which was formerly known as East Pakistan. The conflict was sparked by political and ethnic tensions between East and West...
History of Modern India Battle of Buxar 1764 The Battle of Buxar was fought on October 22, 1764 between the British East India Company and the combined forces of the Mughal Emperor, Shuja-ud-Daula and the Nawab of Bengal, Mir Qasim. The battle took place near the town of Buxar in the present-day state of Bihar, India. The conflict...
History of Modern India Revolt of 1857 The Revolt of 1857, also known as India's First War of Independence, was a widespread uprising that took place across India in 1857 and 1858 against British rule. The revolt was sparked by a number of factors, including economic grievances, religious tensions, and a growing sense of nationalism among the...
Indian Polity, Constitution and Governance Fundamental Duties(Part IV-A of the Indian Constitution) - (Article 51A) Article 51A Fundamental duties. (a) to abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag, and the National Anthem; (b) to cherish, and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom; (c) to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India;...
Indian Polity, Constitution and Governance Directive Principle of State Policy (Part IV of the Indian Constitution) - (Article 36 to 51) Article 36. Definition. Article 37. Application of the principles contained in this Part. Article 38. State to secure a social order for the promotion of the welfare of the people. Article 39. Certain principles of the policy are to be followed by the State. Article 39A. Equal justice and free...
Indian Polity, Constitution and Governance Fundamental Rights (Part III of the Indian Constitution) - (Article 12 to 35) General Article 12. Definition. Article 13. Laws inconsistent with or in derogation of the fundamental rights. Right to Equality (Article 14 - 18) Article 14. Equality before the law. Article 15. Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 16. Equality of opportunity...
International Relations G20(Group of Twenty) The G20(Group of Twenty) is an international forum for the governments and central bank governors from 19 countries and the European Union. Founded in 1999 with the aim to discuss policy pertaining to the promotion of international financial stability. The G20 economies account for around 90% of the gross...
Indian Polity, Constitution and Governance Citizenship (Part II of the Indian Constitution) - (Article 5 to 11) Article 5. Citizenship at the commencement of the Constitution. Article 6. Rights of citizenship of certain persons who have migrated to India from Pakistan. Article 7. Rights of citizenship of certain migrants to Pakistan. Article 8. Rights of citizenship of certain persons of Indian origin residing outside India. Article 9....
Geography Optional Malthusian Theory Of Population The Malthusian Theory of Population is the theory of exponential population and arithmetic food supply growth. The theory was proposed by Thomas Robert Malthus. He believed that a balance between population growth and food supply can be established through preventive and positive checks. Major Elements of the Malthusian TheoryPopulation and...
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History of Modern India Brahmo Samaj Movement Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded Brahmo Sabha in 1828, which was later renamed as Brahmo Samaj. Its chief aim was the worship of the eternal God. It was against priesthood, rituals and sacrifices. It focused on prayers, meditation and reading of the scriptures. It believed in the unity of all...
Indian Polity, Constitution and Governance Article 1 of the Constitution of India ARTICLE 1: NAME AND TERRITORY OF THE UNION India, that is Bharat shall be a Union of States. The States and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule. The territory of India shall comprise – the territories of the States; the Union territories specified in the First...
