Current Affair Category: History and Culture

Rashtriya Tansen Samman 2023: The Rashtriya Tansen Samman is one of India’s most prestigious awards in the field of classical music. It was instituted in 1980 by the Madhya Pradesh Government to honor exceptional contributions to Indian classical music, especially in the fields of vocal and instrumental music. The award is presented during the Tansen […]

Why in News? The Supreme Court of India has recently directed the Union government to make a comprehensive policy for managing sacred groves across the country. About Sacred groves: They are small patches of forests or natural vegetation that are protected by local communities due to religious or cultural beliefs. These areas are considered sacred […]

Why in news? Recently, the Ram Temple project in Ayodhya has been honored with the prestigious ‘Sword of Honour’ award by the British Safety Council. This accolade recognizes the project’s unwavering commitment to maintaining stringent safety protocols throughout its construction process. The award specifically highlights the work done on the first and second floors of […]

Why in News ? The Prime Minister has recently  inaugurated major temple corridors which include Bharadwaj Ashram corridor, Shringverpur Dham corridor, Akshayvat corridor, Hanuman Mandir corridor among others. These projects will ensure ease of access to devotees and also boost spiritual tourism. Bharadwaj Ashram Corridor (Prayagraj): Significance: Bharadwaj Ashram is associated with the sage Bharadwaj, […]

Origins (Pre-2011) Syria was ruled by the Assad family since 1970, with Hafez al-Assad holding power until his death in 2000. Bashar al-Assad succeeded him and initially promised political reforms but maintained authoritarian control. Socioeconomic issues, including unemployment, poverty, and droughts, further fueled discontent. Arab Spring and Protests (2011) Inspired by the Arab Spring, protests […]

Notre-Dame de Paris (Our Lady of Paris) is one of the most iconic Gothic cathedrals in the world, located on the Île de la Cité in the heart of Paris, France. It is renowned for its architectural grandeur, artistic significance, and historical importance. Key Features and Architecture Gothic Design: Built in the French Gothic style, […]

Narsapur lace craft: The famous Narsapur lace craft has recently bagged the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Narsapur Lace Craft is a traditional handicraft originating from the Narsapur region in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India. About the Narsapur Lace Craft: The craft dates back to the colonial period, introduced by Irish missionaries […]

foreign tribes in news : Mashco Piro In 2024, the Mashco Piro, an uncontacted tribe from Peru’s Amazon rainforest, emerged from isolation. The tribe left their isolated habitat due to encroachment and the search for food and safety. The Peruvian government established the Madre de Dios Territorial Reserve to protect the Mashco Piro’s territory, but […]

Razakars: Why in News ? The term was recently was used in a election campaign by the Chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. About the Razakars : The Razakars were a militia group associated with the Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (MIM) under the Nizam of Hyderabad, notably active in the period leading up to the annexation of Hyderabad by […]

The top court has laid down a ‘holistic and realistic’ test to determine the ‘minority character’ of an educational institution that would ensure special protections underArticle 30 Is Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) a minority educational institution (MEI) with significant constitutional protections to manage its affairs? A seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court has  laid down in […]