Why the Second Anglo Sikh War did take place?
Introduction
The Second Anglo-Sikh War (1848-49) took place between the British and the Sikh Empire. The war resulted into decisive victory of the British. The British took control over Punjab and later made it the North West Frontier…
Essay on Democracy in India
India is the largest democratic country in the world. Democracy is defined as a government of the people, by the people and for the people.
Democracy is considered the finest form of government in which every individual participates…
Rajput Kingdoms (Rajput Empire)
Principal Rajput Kingdoms
At the time of Muslim invasions the whole of Northern India was divided into a large number of Rajput Kingdoms. The major Rajput Kingdoms were Delhi, Mewar, Kanauj, Ajmer, Bihar, Bengal, Bundelkhand, Malwa and…
Essay on Water Pollution
Essay on Water Pollution
Water covers two-thirds of the Earth’s surface, with over 97% present in the oceans and less than 1% in freshwater streams and lakes. Water is also present in the atmosphere in solid form in the polar icecaps and…
Essay on Poverty in India: Causes, Effects and Solutions
Poverty in India
Introduction: Poverty refers to a situation when people are deprived of basic necessities of life. It is often characterized by inadequacy of food, shelter and clothes. In other words, poverty refers to a state of…
Drainage System of Harappan Civilization (Indus Valley)
The most striking feature of this Harappan civilization (Indus Valley Civilization) is that the Indus Valley people had constructed their drainage system on very scientific lines.
The drainage system of Mohen-jo-daro is so elaborate that…
Brief note on Tribal Handicrafts
Many subsidiary occupations like handicrafts are undertaken in the various tribal zones. These include basket making, spinning and weaving.
The Maria Gond distils spirits from forest produce.
Functional classes among the Saora, the Kond…
Uses of Clay in India
Clay is one of the most widespread and earliest minerals substances being used in India.
Clays originate from the rocks by physic-chemical decomposition, i.e. weathering.
In India, clay is used not only for making brick, but also earthen…
Short Essay on ‘Work is Worship’
Meaning of ‘Work is Worship’: Every man is born with two hands and a mouth. It means God wants us to work. We have to work to satisfy our needs. When a man works sincerely, he gets success in life. When he works half-heartedly, he is bound…
Role and Importance of Agriculture in India
India is an agriculture based country. Agriculture is the single most important contributor of Indian economy.
More than half of country’s total workforce are working in agriculture and it’s supporting sectors like fisheries, forestry,…
