Source-This post is based on the article “Assam revives traditional bull fights nine years after SC ban” published in “Hindustan Times” on 16th January 2024. Why in the News? The Assam Government has recently revived the traditional buffalo fight (Moh-Juj), which had been halted for nine years following the Supreme Court’s ban on Tamil Nadu’s… Continue reading Moh-Juj: Traditional bull fight
Category: History and Art & Culture in News
Parakram Diwas 2024 at Red Fort
Source-This post is based on the article “Parakram Diwas 2024 Commemoration: Red Fort Unveils History and Cultural Spectacle” published in “PIB” on 21st January 2024. Why in the News? Prime Minister will inaugurate the Parakram Diwas 2024 event at Red Fort on the evening of January 23. The celebration will be continued till 31st January.… Continue reading Parakram Diwas 2024 at Red Fort
Temple Architecture of Nagara Style in 2024
Source: This post is based on the article “What is the Nagara style in which Ayodhya’s Ram temple is built” published in “The Indian Express” on 20th January 2024. Why in the news? Temple Architecture of Nagara Style, The Ram temple in Ayodhya is going to be inaugurated on January 22. What is the Nagara… Continue reading Temple Architecture of Nagara Style in 2024
PM Modi visits Guruvayur Temple
Source-This post is based on the article “PM Modi visits Guruvayur temple in Kerala” published in “The Hindu” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? The Prime Minister recently visited the Sreekrishna Temple in Guruvayur, Kerala to offer prayers. About Guruvayur Temple Aspect Details About 1. It is a Hindu temple, often referred to… Continue reading PM Modi visits Guruvayur Temple
PM Modi Visit Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi
Source-This post is based on the article “PM Modi visits historic temple linked to Ramayana in Lepakshi. Know its significance” published in “India Today” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? PM Modi Visit Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi, The Prime Minister recently visited the Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh. He is completing the… Continue reading PM Modi Visit Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi
Adi Shankara
Source: The article is based on “Who are the shankaracharyas — and who was Adi Shankara?” in “The Indian Express” on 16th January 2024. Why in news? Recently, the four Shankaracharyas have announced their decision not to participate in the inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. Who is Shankaracharya? 1) Shankaracharya… Continue reading Adi Shankara
India’s oldest living city found in Vadnagar, Gujrat
Source-This post is based on the article “India’s oldest living city found in PM Modi’s native village Vadnagar: multi-institution study” published in “The Hindu” on 13th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently an archaeological excavation at Gujarat’s Vadnagar has discovered evidence of human settlement dating back to 1,400 BCE. What are the findings of… Continue reading India’s oldest living city found in Vadnagar, Gujrat
How are the tableaux are selected for Republic day?
Source: This post is based on the article “Selection of tableaux for the Republic Day parade” published in “The Hindu” on 6th January 2024. Why in news? Recently, the Defence Ministry proposed a new three-year rotation plan for the Republic Day parade tableau selection. Theme of Republic Day 2024 parade: ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India) and… Continue reading How are the tableaux are selected for Republic day?
10th century Kadamba Inscription found in Goa
Source– This post is based on the article “10th century Kadamba inscription written in Kannada and Sanskrit found in Goa” published in “The Hindu” on 4th January 2024. Why in news? A 10th century A.D. Kadamba inscription written in Kannada and Sanskrit has been found in Goa. What are the Findings? 1) The Kadamba Inscription has… Continue reading 10th century Kadamba Inscription found in Goa
Savitribai Phule
Source: This post has been created based on the article “Savitribai Phule Jayanti 2024: Celebrating India’s first woman teacher ”published in “Business Standard” on 3rd January 2024. Why in news? January 3, 2024, marks the 193rd birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule. Who is Savitribai Phule? 1) Savitribai Phule, a Dalit woman from the Mali community, was born… Continue reading Savitribai Phule
