News: Kurumba painting need conservation and revival as it is on the verge of extinction, with fewer than 10 practising artists remaining. About Kurumba Painting Kurumba art is a prehistoric art form originated from the Kurumba tribe in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. Note: The Kurumba tribe primarily resides in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil… Continue reading Kurumba Painting
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Dandi March
News: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi and all the brave freedom fighters who took part in the historic march ‘Dandi Satyagraha. About Dandi March Mahatma Gandhi launched the non-violent Civil Disobedience Movement with the Dandi March. The march began on 12 March 1930 and… Continue reading Dandi March
Lal Baradari
News: Lal Baradari on Lucknow University campus became controversial after fencing, with student protests and debate over access, usage, and heritage restoration. About Lal Baradari Lal Baradari is a historic 19th-century heritage building of the Nawabi era located within the Lucknow University campus, Uttar Pradesh. The structure forms part of the former royal gardens of… Continue reading Lal Baradari
Hoysala Dynasty
News: Several Hoysala-era temples and basadis (Jain shrines) in Hassan, Mandya, and Mysuru districts have drawn attention to Karnataka’s rich yet often overlooked medieval architectural heritage. About Hoysala Dynasty The Hoysala Dynasty was a prominent South Indian dynasty that ruled from the 10th to the 14th centuries mainly in present-day Karnataka. Political history Origins: The… Continue reading Hoysala Dynasty
C. Rajagopalachari
News- President Droupadi Murmu unveiled C. Rajagopalachari’s statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan, replacing Edwin Lutyens. About C. Rajagopalachari Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, popularly known as Rajaji or CR, was a freedom fighter, social reformer, and statesman. Early Life: He was born in December 1878 in Thorapalli in Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu. Education : He studied in his… Continue reading C. Rajagopalachari
Tirukkural
News: Thiruvalluvar was invoked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thiruvalluvar Day, praising his works and urging people to read Thirukkural. About Thirukkural The Tirukkural (literally “Sacred Couplets”) is a classical Tamil text consisting of 1,330 couplets on ethics, politics, economics, and love. Authored by: It was authored by Thiruvalluvar. Timeline: It was composed during… Continue reading Tirukkural
Naneghat Caves
News= Over the past year, illegal constructions were reported in protected areas near = Naneghat rock-cut caves, leading to ASI criminal cases and initiation of demolition process. About Naneghat Caves The Naneghat caves are ancient rock-cut caves from the first century BCE known for important inscriptions and trade-route significance. Location: They are located in a… Continue reading Naneghat Caves
Bhirrana Site
News- Researchers using radiocarbon dating at Bhirrana indicate that the Harappan Civilisation of the Indian subcontinent could be over 8,000 years old. About Bhirrana Site Bhirrana is an archaeological site that shows early settlement phases of the Harappan Civilisation. Location: It is located in present-day Haryana along the paleo-channels of the Ghaggar river. Excavated by:… Continue reading Bhirrana Site
Sangtam Community
News: The apex body of Nagaland’s Sangtam community has passed a resolution to protect pangolins within its jurisdiction. About Sangtam Community Sangtam are Naga ethnic group in Northeast India. Location: They mainly reside in Tuensang District and Kiphire District of Nagaland. Origin: According to oral traditions, their ancestors may have migrated from Mongolia through China… Continue reading Sangtam Community
Ol Chiki Script
News: Ol Chiki script is in the news due to its centenary celebrations, including commemorative initiatives and growing institutional recognition of its legacy. About Ol Chiki Script Ol Chiki is the official script of the Santhali language, a prominent tribal language with strong oral traditions. Developed by: It was developed in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath… Continue reading Ol Chiki Script
