Saptanga Rajya: Ancient Indian Polity Explained
Discover the Saptanga Rajya model: Swami, Amatya, Janapada, Durg, Kosa, Danda, and Mitra—pillars of ancient Indian governance.
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Discover the Saptanga Rajya model: Swami, Amatya, Janapada, Durg, Kosa, Danda, and Mitra—pillars of ancient Indian governance.
Read MoreMaratha Forts of India Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site – 2024 Latest Update: India’s cultural legacy received major global recognition as the Maratha forts, representing unique Maratha military landscapes, were inscribed in the world heritage list during the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee held in Paris. This becomes India’s 44th World …
Read MoreUNESCO World Heritage Sites in India India is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites that showcase the country’s rich cultural and natural heritage. These sites include ancient monuments, religious structures, and architectural marvels that span thousands of years of history. This article provides an overview of some of the most significant World Heritage Sites …
Read MorePM to Launch Gyan Bharatam Manuscripts Mission Soon Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India, will launch the revamped National Manuscripts Mission (NMM) on June 9. Renamed Gyan Bharatam Mission, it aims to survey, document, and conserve over one crore manuscripts from libraries, museums, institutions, and private collections, …
Read MoreIndian Army Showcases Combat Readiness in Teesta Prahar Why in the News ? The Indian Army conducted the Teesta Prahar exercise at the Teesta field firing range in West Bengal, involving multiple specialised units. It demonstrates India’s enhanced combat preparedness, especially in the context of Operation Sindoor and growing regional security challenges. Teesta Prahar: Objectives …
Read MoreMiss World Contestants Celebrate Telangana’s Cultural Heritage Why in the News ? During their India tour, Miss World 2024 contestants visited the Ramappa Temple in Telangana, experiencing local traditions, especially the Bathukamma festival. Their interaction with Telangana’s cultural richness and women empowerment initiatives received global appreciation. Showcasing Telangana’s Cultural Grandeur: 50 Miss World contestants visited …
Read MoreWhy in the News? UNESCO has added Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra manuscripts to its Memory of the World Register. This global recognition celebrates India’s rich civilisational heritage and marks a proud moment, raising India’s total inscriptions to 14. India’s Cultural Treasures Recognized Globally : The Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra were included among 74 …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The discovery of a skeleton, pottery artefacts, and animal bones at Padta Bet, a hillock near Juna Khatiya, suggests a 5,200-year-old Harappan settlement. Source:wikimedia About the Archaeological Excavation and Findings : Kerala University researchers discovered a 5,200-year-old Harappan settlement at Padta Bet, near Khatiya village in Kachchh, Gujarat. This site, located …
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