Indian railways: Trains in general are considered to be the safest and the most reliable mode of tranpsort, and trains in India have been serving the nation well for the past 150 years. The Indian Railways turned nearly 5,000 coaches into quarantine cabins or isolation wards, given the acute shortage of hospital beds during the […]
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Mother Teresa: Biography
One of the greatest humanitarians of the 20th century, Mother Teresa, along with her sisters of the Missionaries of Charity, became a symbol of love, care and compassion for the world. Mother Teresa, considered by many as one of the 20th Century’s greatest humanitarians, was canonized as Saint Teresa of Calcutta in 2016. She even […]
Sarojini Naidu: Facts about India’s nightingale
Sarojini Naidu, also known as the Nightingale of India (or Bharatiya Kokila) was a political leader, independence activist, poet, and a feminist, and played a vital role in India’s struggle for freedom and in promoting women’s rights in India. Birth Date: February 13, 1879 Death Date: March 2, 1949 Sarojini Naidu was born to Aghorenath […]
Three phases (stages) of the Indian National Movement
The three phases (stages) of the Indian National Movement. The history of the Indian National Movement can be broadly classified into three phases (stages): The Early Nationalist Phase (1885-1905): This was the phase of moderate nationalism when educated leaders from the Indian National Congress (INC) wanted to do their bit for the country, but by […]
Antonio vs Shylock: Contrasting character traits
Differences in the character traits of Antonio and Shylock; beliefs and priorities make Shylock the villain in The Merchant of Venice. Antonio and Shylock are the two main protagonists in William Shakespeare’s play “Merchant of Venice.” Both of them are merchants who lend money and are popular figures in the city of Venice. However, both […]
Chhatrapati Shivaji: The great escape from Aurangzeb’s clutches
Here’s an interesting chapter from the pages of history – Shivaji Bhosale’s great escape from the clutches of Aurangzeb after the later had put Shivaji Maharaj under house arrest. Shivaji Maharaj found great success against the Mughals using his guerilla tactics, much to the dismay of Aurangzeb. After Shivaji defeated Shaista Khan (Shayista Khan), in […]
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: The Maratha Warrior
Shivaji Raje Bhosle was born to Shahaji Raje and Jijabai on 19th February, 1630, at the hill fort of Shivneri in Pune. He was named after the goddess of the region, Shivai. Early Childhood As a child, Shivaji Maharaj spent a lot of time exploring the lands around the fort. He grew up knowing every […]
Difference Between Allied and Axis Powers, the two warring groups in WWII
World War 2 remains the deadliest conflict known to humankind claiming the lives of around 70 to 85 million people. The war involving several countries waged from 1939 to 1945, with the various warring nations eventually forming two opposing military alliances known as the Allies and the Axis Powers. So World War 2 was fought […]
Difference between dominion status and complete independence
What is dominion status? Is it similar to independence? If not, how does it differ from complete independence? Just before India got independence, there were several proposals put forth by the British Government, one of which was the proposal to give India a Dominion Status. However, it was not acceptable to Indian leaders who wanted […]
What is Balkanization?
Balkanization refers to the division of a larger region or state into several smaller regions or states, often weaker and hostile to one another. Before India got independence, several proposals were put forth by the British Government, of which one was to divide India into several smaller countries. However, Jawaharlal Nehru vehemently opposed that proposal […]
Wildlife Conservation in India (Geography)
Wildlife Conservation in India Introduction Over the years, factors such as rapid industrialisation, pollution, overpopulation, deforestation, animal exploitation, commercialization and climate change, has caused tremendous damage to the animals and their habitat. We all know that several species have become extinct in the world in the last few decades, and many more species are on […]
Educational trip to Hyderabad for School /college students
Hyderabad is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. It occupies 650 square kilometers (250 sq mi) along the banks of the Must River, located on the Deccan Plateau In the northern part of South India. At an average altitude of 542 metres, much of Hyderabad is situated on hilly terrain […]
End of mass communications?
So are we witnessing the end of mass communications as the set of institutions as social problems and or as an academic discipline (Chafee and Metzger)? Let’s answer this drawing from various theories and concepts, and we will also provide a few examples to illustrate the problems. Our stand is that Emerging technologies is hastening […]
Hyderabad City Geography: School Projects
Hyderabad City Geography: School Projects (ICSE Class X and others) You can read more about the history of Hyderabad City here. Topic- A visit to Pade Biscuit factory in Hyderabad As you avail the great opportunity to visit Hyderabad, be an alert observer during your visit to work on your project. You will work on […]
Hyderabad City History: School Projects
Academic projects (ICSE class X) on the city of Hyderabad. About Hyderabad City The city of Hyderabad was established in the year 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, and remained under the rule of the Qutb Shahi dynasty for nearly a century before the Mughals captured the region. In 1724, Mughal viceroy Asif Jah I […]
“A Clean, Well-Lighted Place”, short story by Ernest Hemingway
“A Clean, Well-Lighted Place”, short story by Ernest Hemingway: Summary, analysis, full story, and question and answers. Summary In a Spanish Cafe, an old man keeps on drinking brandy until the early morning hours. A young waiter is annoyed and wants him to leave so that the other older waiter could close the cafe and […]
DRW Technologies Harvard Case Study Solution & Online Case Analysis
DRW Technologies study case analysis In 500-550 words, keeping the DRW case in mind, respond to the question/statements listed below. Please ensure that your submission is in a word doc format. Q. Was communication effective: Yes/No Why? Q. Make a contextual analysis of DRW and elaborate on any one context. Q. Communication effectiveness is a […]
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Bal Gangadhar Tilak, commonly known as Lokmanya Tilak (23 July 1856 – 1 August 1920), was an Indian nationalist, teacher, and an independence activist. Tilak was one of the first and strongest advocates of Swaraj (“self-rule”) and was quite radical in his views. Tilak joined the Indian National Congress (INC) in 1890 and was among […]
Dadabhai Naoroji: The Grand Old Man of India
Dadabhai Naoroji (4 September 1825 – 30 June 1917), also known as the “Grand Old Man of India” was an Indian Parsi scholar, trader, and politician, who spent most of his time in Britain. He was the first Asian to become a British MP and was a member of Parliament (MP) in the United Kingdom […]
Indian National Congress (INC)
The Indian National Congress (INC) was formed in the year 1885 in order to provide a platform for civil and political dialogue among educated Indians. Long before the INC was formed, leaders like Dadabhai Naoroji could see through the sinister plans of the British and how they were draining India of her wealth. INC was […]