Tag: books
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Books and Authors
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Book Title Author(s) Genre/Category Description Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings P S Raman Sports Biography Chronicles the journey of the Chennai Super Kings, one of India’s most successful IPL teams, revealing behind-the-scenes stories and the franchise’s rise to glory. To the Seventh Generation Dr. V I Mathan Non-Fiction/Social Issues Likely explores sustainable…
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Sikh Empire: Administration
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1. Introduction to the Sikh Empire’s Administration The Sikh Empire (1799–1849 CE), under Maharaja Ranjit Singh (r. 1799–1839 CE) and his successors, developed a centralized and efficient administrative system that unified Punjab and supported its territorial expansion across northwest India. Rooted in the egalitarian principles of Sikhism established by Guru Gobind Singh, the administration integrated…
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Mughal Empire: Land Revenue System
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1. Introduction to the Mughal Land Revenue System The Mughal Empire (1526–1857 CE) relied heavily on its land revenue system as the backbone of its economy, funding military campaigns, administration, and imperial projects. The system evolved significantly over time, with notable reforms under emperors like Akbar, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb. It was designed to extract…
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Starting of the Delhi Sultanate & Slave Dynasty (UPSC/BPSC Prelims & Mains)
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OverviewThe Delhi Sultanate (1206–1526 CE) was a series of Muslim dynasties that ruled northern India, marking the beginning of sustained Islamic rule in the subcontinent. Established after the Second Battle of Tarain (1192 CE), it centralized power in Delhi and introduced Persianate administrative, cultural, and military systems. The Slave Dynasty (1206–1290 CE), also known as…
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Art and Architecture of the Post-Mauryan Period (UPSC/BPSC Prelims & Mains)
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OverviewThe Post-Mauryan period (circa 185 BCE–300 CE) followed the decline of the Mauryan Empire and was marked by the rise of regional dynasties like the Shungas, Satavahanas, Kushanas, and Indo-Greeks, alongside local powers like the Kharavela of Kalinga. This era witnessed a flourishing of art and architecture, driven by patronage of Buddhism, Jainism, and Brahmanism,…
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Art and Architecture of the Post-Mauryan Period
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OverviewThe Post-Mauryan period (circa 185 BCE–300 CE) followed the decline of the Mauryan Empire and was marked by the rise of regional dynasties like the Shungas, Satavahanas, Kushanas, and Indo-Greeks, alongside local powers like the Kharavela of Kalinga. This era witnessed a flourishing of art and architecture, driven by patronage of Buddhism, Jainism, and Brahmanism,…
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Satavahanas: The Post-Mauryan Deccan Dynasty
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OverviewThe Satavahana dynasty (circa 2nd century BCE–3rd century CE) was a prominent post-Mauryan dynasty that ruled the Deccan region of India, with key centers in Pratishthana (modern Paithan, Maharashtra) and Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh). Emerging after the decline of the Mauryan Empire (~185 BCE), the Satavahanas played a crucial role in stabilizing central and southern India,…
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Current Affairs: 27 May 2025
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Stay ahead in UPSC, Banking, SSC, Railways, and other competitive exams with key updates on governance, global relations, finance, technology, sports, and more. Governance Supreme Court Calls for Permanent Consumer Forums On 24 May 2025, the Supreme Court of India advocated for permanent consumer redressal bodies to streamline dispute resolution under the Consumer Protection Act,…
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BPSC Prelims: Understanding Solute and Solution Terms
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Introduction to the Topic As candidates prepare for the 71st BPSC Prelims, a strong grasp of Chemistry within the General Science syllabus is essential, as illustrated by this question from the 69th BPSC Prelims (2023) on the concept of solute concentration. This topic focuses on fundamental principles of solution chemistry, crucial for understanding chemical processes…
