The two images of India. One is the older one with racist western Oriental stereotype of India. It was published in NYT. They tried to ridicule us.
The other one is the real condition today.
Even after initial failures, it is the perseverance and constant learning that takes you to the final destination.
Keep the head down, keep working. A day will come when your hardwork will make all the noise.
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The other one is the real condition today.
Even after initial failures, it is the perseverance and constant learning that takes you to the final destination.
Keep the head down, keep working. A day will come when your hardwork will make all the noise.
#motivation
@nikhilhistoryculture
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India reaches the Moon...
An exquisite 18th-century Rajasthani masterpiece painting showcasing an ethereal portrayal of Chandra (The Moon God) gracefully enthroned upon a celestial chariot that traverses the heavens, casting an enchanting aura under the resplendent embrace of the luminous full moon!
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An exquisite 18th-century Rajasthani masterpiece painting showcasing an ethereal portrayal of Chandra (The Moon God) gracefully enthroned upon a celestial chariot that traverses the heavens, casting an enchanting aura under the resplendent embrace of the luminous full moon!
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Q145. Assess the lasting effects of Apartheid on South African society and its significance in the global struggle for human rights and equality.
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Goddess Kali by Nandalal Bose
Nandalal Bose was one of the pioneers of modern Indian art.
A pupil of Abanindranath Tagore, Bose was known for his "Indian style" of painting. He became the principal of Kala Bhavan, Santiniketan in 1922. He was influenced by the Tagore family and the murals of Ajanta.
His classic works include paintings of scenes from Indian mythologies, women, and village life.
Today, many critics consider his paintings among India's most important modern paintings.
He was given the work of illustrating the constitution of India.
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Nandalal Bose was one of the pioneers of modern Indian art.
A pupil of Abanindranath Tagore, Bose was known for his "Indian style" of painting. He became the principal of Kala Bhavan, Santiniketan in 1922. He was influenced by the Tagore family and the murals of Ajanta.
His classic works include paintings of scenes from Indian mythologies, women, and village life.
Today, many critics consider his paintings among India's most important modern paintings.
He was given the work of illustrating the constitution of India.
#painting #modern
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We took a walk down Ho Chi Minh City and landed up at the War Museum. What we saw there was really shocking but also inspiring. Follow us for a walk through history of Vietnamese struggle against colonialism.
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Q145.
Pointers:
Lasting Effects of Apartheid on South African Society:
β’ Economic Disparities: Apartheid entrenched economic inequalities based on race, leading to persistent poverty among non-white communities. Today, South Africa continues to face high levels of inequality, with a significant wealth gap between racial groups.
β’ Social Segregation: Apartheid's spatial planning led to the creation of racially segregated neighborhoods, resulting in ongoing residential segregation.
β’ Educational Imbalances: Apartheid-era education was racially biased, resulting in unequal access to quality education for non-white students.Despite efforts to improve education post-Apartheid, disparities in educational outcomes persist.
β’ Healthcare Disparities: Apartheid's discriminatory policies extended to healthcare, contributing to uneven healthcare access and outcomes.
β’ Psychological Impact: Apartheid's psychological scars persist among older generations who experienced its brutality, leading to ongoing trauma and mental health challenges. Reconciliation efforts aim to address these deep-seated wounds.
β’ Political Transformation: The end of Apartheid led to a democratic transition, marked by Nelson Mandela's presidency and the establishment of a multiracial government. The African National Congress (ANC) became the ruling party, advocating for greater inclusivity and representation.
Significance of Apartheid in the Global Struggle for Human Rights and Equality:
β’ International Awareness and Solidarity: Apartheid drew global attention, leading to international campaigns against racial discrimination and injustice.
β’ Boycotts, divestments, and sanctions pressured the South African government to end Apartheid.
Role of Mandela:
β’ Nelson Mandela became a global symbol of resilience, forgiveness, and the struggle for justice.
β’ His efforts showcased the power of nonviolent resistance and negotiation in achieving social change.
Legal Precedent for Human Rights:
β’ The fight against Apartheid highlighted the importance of international human rights law.
β’ The International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid was adopted, setting a precedent for combating systemic discrimination.
Inspiration for Movements Worldwide:
β’ Apartheid's downfall inspired other movements for human rights and equality, including civil rights struggles in the United States and anti-colonial movements in Africa.
UN's Role:
β’ The United Nations played a pivotal role in condemning Apartheid and supporting sanctions, showcasing the organization's potential to address global injustices.
Legacy of Activism:
β’ The anti-Apartheid movement demonstrated the power of collective activism, inspiring future generations to challenge oppression and inequality worldwide.
#World #MainsAnswerWriting
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Pointers:
Lasting Effects of Apartheid on South African Society:
β’ Economic Disparities: Apartheid entrenched economic inequalities based on race, leading to persistent poverty among non-white communities. Today, South Africa continues to face high levels of inequality, with a significant wealth gap between racial groups.
β’ Social Segregation: Apartheid's spatial planning led to the creation of racially segregated neighborhoods, resulting in ongoing residential segregation.
β’ Educational Imbalances: Apartheid-era education was racially biased, resulting in unequal access to quality education for non-white students.Despite efforts to improve education post-Apartheid, disparities in educational outcomes persist.
β’ Healthcare Disparities: Apartheid's discriminatory policies extended to healthcare, contributing to uneven healthcare access and outcomes.
β’ Psychological Impact: Apartheid's psychological scars persist among older generations who experienced its brutality, leading to ongoing trauma and mental health challenges. Reconciliation efforts aim to address these deep-seated wounds.
β’ Political Transformation: The end of Apartheid led to a democratic transition, marked by Nelson Mandela's presidency and the establishment of a multiracial government. The African National Congress (ANC) became the ruling party, advocating for greater inclusivity and representation.
Significance of Apartheid in the Global Struggle for Human Rights and Equality:
β’ International Awareness and Solidarity: Apartheid drew global attention, leading to international campaigns against racial discrimination and injustice.
β’ Boycotts, divestments, and sanctions pressured the South African government to end Apartheid.
Role of Mandela:
β’ Nelson Mandela became a global symbol of resilience, forgiveness, and the struggle for justice.
β’ His efforts showcased the power of nonviolent resistance and negotiation in achieving social change.
Legal Precedent for Human Rights:
β’ The fight against Apartheid highlighted the importance of international human rights law.
β’ The International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid was adopted, setting a precedent for combating systemic discrimination.
Inspiration for Movements Worldwide:
β’ Apartheid's downfall inspired other movements for human rights and equality, including civil rights struggles in the United States and anti-colonial movements in Africa.
UN's Role:
β’ The United Nations played a pivotal role in condemning Apartheid and supporting sanctions, showcasing the organization's potential to address global injustices.
Legacy of Activism:
β’ The anti-Apartheid movement demonstrated the power of collective activism, inspiring future generations to challenge oppression and inequality worldwide.
#World #MainsAnswerWriting
@nikhilhistoryculture
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Seven Roadblocks in implementing ideas in India, as explained by Anil Swarup, retired IAS. Useful in the Answer Writing and Essay writing in the coming Mains.
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28-ft Nataraja statue, made of 8 metals, sent to Delhi for G20 Summit. Weighing 19 tonnes, it was made by 3 sons of renowned sculptor Devasenapathy Sthapathi, using the time-tested 'lost-wax' casting method. PM Modi keen to have a Nataraja statue adorn theβ¦
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Q146. Decolonization in South East Asia was a multifaceted process." Discuss
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Initially you may have to write it on the paper and assign tasks to each category. With practice, you ll know how to do it mentally.
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It helps!
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Baudhayana theorem to Aryabhataβs trigonometry β NCFβs maths syllabus highlights Indian contribution
According to National Curriculum Framework 2023, maths syllabus at the school level will include discoveries in foundational mathematics made in India & 'fascinating stories' behind them.
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Q146.
Pointers:
Diverse Colonial Powers:
β’ South East Asia was colonized by various European powers, such as the British, French, Dutch, Spanish, and Portuguese, leading to a complex decolonization process.
Varied Nationalist Movements:
β’ Different countries experienced unique nationalist movements aimed at independence.
β’ Indonesia: Fought against Dutch colonial rule. Sukarno and Hatta led the struggle for independence, culminating in 1949.
β’ Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh led the Viet Minh in a prolonged struggle against French rule, resulting in the 1954 Geneva Accords and later the Vietnam War.
β’ Malaysia: The Malayan Emergency against British colonial rule paved the way for independence in 1957.
World War II Impact:
β’ Japanese occupation during World War II disrupted colonial control and empowered local resistance movements.
β’ After the war, the weakened colonial powers found it difficult to regain full control.
Cold War Dynamics:
β’ The Cold War influenced decolonization as both the US and USSR supported anticolonial movements for strategic gains.
β’ In Indonesia, the US supported independence to counter potential communist influence.
Negotiations and Diplomacy:
β’ Many countries achieved independence through negotiations and agreements rather than armed conflict.
β’ The Philippines gained independence from the US through the Tydings-McDuffie Act in 1934.
Regional Organizations:
β’ The Bandung Conference of 1955 brought together newly independent nations to promote cooperation and non-alignment, shaping the region's post-colonial identity.
Economic Factors:
β’ Economic considerations played a role in decolonization. Colonizers struggled to maintain their economic interests amid rising nationalist sentiments.
β’ Singapore's separation from Malaysia in 1965 was partly due to economic differences.
Ethnic and Religious Diversity:
β’ Ethnic and religious diversity influenced the decolonization process. Some movements aimed for a united post-colonial state, while others sought autonomy for distinct groups.
β’ Indonesia's diverse ethnic makeup was a factor in its struggles during decolonization and post-independence governance.
Transition to Governance:
β’ After achieving independence, countries faced challenges in establishing stable governance structures.
β’ Myanmar (formerly Burma) struggled with military rule and internal conflicts following independence.
#World #MainsAnswerWriting
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Diverse Colonial Powers:
β’ South East Asia was colonized by various European powers, such as the British, French, Dutch, Spanish, and Portuguese, leading to a complex decolonization process.
Varied Nationalist Movements:
β’ Different countries experienced unique nationalist movements aimed at independence.
β’ Indonesia: Fought against Dutch colonial rule. Sukarno and Hatta led the struggle for independence, culminating in 1949.
β’ Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh led the Viet Minh in a prolonged struggle against French rule, resulting in the 1954 Geneva Accords and later the Vietnam War.
β’ Malaysia: The Malayan Emergency against British colonial rule paved the way for independence in 1957.
World War II Impact:
β’ Japanese occupation during World War II disrupted colonial control and empowered local resistance movements.
β’ After the war, the weakened colonial powers found it difficult to regain full control.
Cold War Dynamics:
β’ The Cold War influenced decolonization as both the US and USSR supported anticolonial movements for strategic gains.
β’ In Indonesia, the US supported independence to counter potential communist influence.
Negotiations and Diplomacy:
β’ Many countries achieved independence through negotiations and agreements rather than armed conflict.
β’ The Philippines gained independence from the US through the Tydings-McDuffie Act in 1934.
Regional Organizations:
β’ The Bandung Conference of 1955 brought together newly independent nations to promote cooperation and non-alignment, shaping the region's post-colonial identity.
Economic Factors:
β’ Economic considerations played a role in decolonization. Colonizers struggled to maintain their economic interests amid rising nationalist sentiments.
β’ Singapore's separation from Malaysia in 1965 was partly due to economic differences.
Ethnic and Religious Diversity:
β’ Ethnic and religious diversity influenced the decolonization process. Some movements aimed for a united post-colonial state, while others sought autonomy for distinct groups.
β’ Indonesia's diverse ethnic makeup was a factor in its struggles during decolonization and post-independence governance.
Transition to Governance:
β’ After achieving independence, countries faced challenges in establishing stable governance structures.
β’ Myanmar (formerly Burma) struggled with military rule and internal conflicts following independence.
#World #MainsAnswerWriting
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Listen especially to the last stanza...! These are the emotions of every aspirant.
#motivation
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Listen especially to the last stanza...! These are the emotions of every aspirant.
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How many of the heritage monuments in MP you were aware of?
MP is indeed Hindustan ka Dil.
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MP is indeed Hindustan ka Dil.
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Art, fame and fortune: The East India Companyβs lucrative visual affair with India
From monuments and landscapes to the diverse people of the subcontinent land, European artists sketched, drew and painted colonised India in rich detail.
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Q147. Discuss the immediate challenges faced by India as a nation after independence. How did these challenges influence the nation's priorities and policy decisions?
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