Gaming Industry
Is it “Game” Over?
Why in the news?
The online gaming industry reels in disbelief as the GST council deals a crushing blow with a 28% tax on the full face value of bets. A setback for a booming industry.
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The Battle of Haldighati: A Tale of Heroism and Defiance in Indian History
Introduction
Travel back in time to the year 1576 AD and witness a remarkable event in Indian history—the Battle of Haldighati.
The Anglo Maratha Wars
The Anglo-Maratha Wars, spanning from 1775 to 1819, were a series of conflicts between the Maratha Confederacy and the British East India Company.
Genome Sequencing
Genome sequencing is a revolutionary scientific process that involves determining the complete DNA sequence of an organism's genome. It provides invaluable insights into individuals, species, and entire ecosystems' genetic makeup.
Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV-FC)
About XV-FC
- The President constituted it under Article 280 (Outlines the Key Responsibilities of the Finance Commission) of the Indian Constitution on November 27, 2017.
Caste: A Living Legacy
Caste is a social system in India that has existed for over 2,000 years. It divides people into different groups based on their birth, occupation, and social status. Once born into a caste, it cannot be changed during one's lifetime. In Hinduism, it is known as Varna, meaning color.India has more than 3000 castes and 26000 subcastes at present.
The Evolving Institution of Marriage in India
Marriage is an important institution in Indian society. It is seen as a sacred union between two people, and it is often seen as the beginning of a new family. Marriage is also seen as a way to ensure social stability and continuity.
Background:
- The Vijayanagar Empire was one of the most significant empires of Deccan India, founded by Harihara and Bukka on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in modern-day Karnataka
Background:
- Between the 12th and the 14th centuries, the Kakatiya dynasty dominated the majority of the eastern Deccan region.
India Joins Artemis Accords, Boosting Space Ambitions
Why in the news?
India has recently joined the Artemis Accords, becoming the 27th country to sign this international agreement.
Tughlaqabad Fort: A Tale of Curses, Ambition, and the Perils of Destiny
The Tughlaqabad Fort, located in Delhi, India, was constructed in 1321 by Ghiyasuddin Tughluq,the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty during the Delhi Sultanate era. This fortified structure served as the centerpiece of the third historical city of Delhi, but it was eventually abandoned in 1327.
Sedition
- Sedition is defined as an offence committed when "any person brings or seeks to bring into hatred or contempt, or excites or attempts to excite disaffection towards the government constituted by law in India" through spoken or written words, signs, visible representations, or other means.
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