Day: October 3, 2023

Q. How far the Sangam literature acts as a window into the social and cultural traditions of ancient South India? [UPSC- 2023] Ans: The term ‘Sangam’ literally means ‘confluence’. However, in the context of early South Indian history this term can be rendered into English as an assembly, a college or an academy of learned […]

Q. “The Neolithic Age represents a revolution due to significant changes that took place during this period.” Examine. [UPSC- 2023] Ans: Neolithic Age, which followed the Mesolithic, heralded the beginning of food production. The time span of the Neolithic Age in India was around 7,000 B.C. to 1,000 B.C. Neolithic was the last leg of the Stone […]

Q. Discuss the various proponents of Indian feudalism. [UPSC- 2023] Ans: The early medieval period shows transition, changes, and developments taking place in society, economy, polity, and agriculture. The most significant change that can only be seen in this period is the expansion of the land grants system which is often cited by Marxist historians […]

Q. What features of European paintings were incorporated in the Mughal miniature painting? [UPSC- 2023] Ans: The foundation of the Mughal school of painting was laid by Humayun during his exile in Persia. Humayun patronized many of his disciples, and two of Persian painter, Mir Saiyid Ali and Abdus Samad, joined him and moved with […]