The Doctrine of Lapse was a policy implemented by the British East India Company in India during the 19th century. The policy stated that if an Indian ruler died without a natural heir, the British would take over his kingdom. The Doctrine of Lapse was a controversial policy, and it was one of the main …
Blood and Iron Policy was a political and military strategy that aimed to use force to achieve political goals. The term is associated with Bismarck, the Chancellor of the German Empire in the late 19th century. Similar strategy was adopted by king Balban of Delhi Sultanate in India. Balban was known for his strict and …
Chandragupta II, also known as Chandragupta Vikramaditya, was a powerful emperor of the Gupta Empire in India. He ruled from 375-415 CE, and his reign is considered the Golden Age of the Gupta Dynasty. In this article, we will explore the life, achievements, and legacy of Chandragupta II. Early Life of Chandragupta II Chandragupta II …
Chinese travelers to India have been an integral part of the historical exchange between the two great civilizations. These travelers played a crucial role in bringing the cultural, religious, and philosophical traditions of India to China and vice versa. In this article, we will explore the journey of Chinese travelers to India and their contributions …
Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka, and Abhidhamma Pitaka are the three main divisions of the Buddhist canon, also known as the Tipitaka. These texts are the primary source of Buddhist teachings, and they contain a vast array of knowledge about the Buddha’s life and teachings, as well as practical guidance for living a fulfilling and ethical …
Megasthenes was a Greek historian and diplomat who lived in the 4th century BCE. He was appointed as an ambassador to the court of the Mauryan king Chandragupta Maurya and spent several years in India. During his stay, he wrote a book called “Indika” which provided a detailed account of Indian society, culture, religion, and …
Here you will get the solution of Set A of the 68th BPSC Question Paper. 68th BPSC Question Paper PDF BPSC 68th Official Answer Key 1. The phrase ‘equality before law’ used in Article 14 of the Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of (A) Britain (B) USA (C) France (D) More than …
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The interim budget is an annual financial statement presented by the government of India to meet the expenses for the upcoming financial year until the new government presents its full-fledged budget. What is Interim Budget? It is a budget presented by the government of India before the general elections. It is essentially a budget that …
A Vote on Account is a temporary provision made by the government of a country to obtain the approval of the Parliament or the legislature for withdrawing money from the Consolidated Fund of the country to meet its expenses until the full budget is passed. It is a unique process that is followed in many …