UPSC

Industrial Revolution

Introduction The rapid growth brings the question of where the Industrial Revolution began; the revolution came into existence in the 18th century. Since innovation and new technologies were introduced, dramatic changes started to occur in the economic and social structure of the country. Previously, wealthy merchants used to supply raw materials to families to collect

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UPSC, World History

Formation Of Israel

Israel-Palestine Conflict Before World War I, the Turkish Ottoman Empire ruled the Palestine district Before the Israel formation, Palestine was under the control of Britain. However, the trouble was already prevailing between Jews who wanted to live in Palestine and Arabs who lived there Zionists believe Judaism is a nationality as well as a religion,

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UPSC, World History

Enlightenment Age

The Enlightenment Age refers to a philosophical and intellectual movement dominant during the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe. The following article will discuss the age of enlightenment, the basic principles of the enlightenment period, its features, impact, and its subsequent conclusion.  What was the age of enlightenment? The philosophy of the Enlightenment period is

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UPSC, World History

Colonialism History

The English East India Company won the Battle of Plassey, which commenced nearly two centuries of expansionist activity in India. Siraj ud-Daulah, Bengal’s last Nawab, fought the East India Company in this fight. British colonialism was far more distressing for colonial subjects than for conquerors. Many scholars feel that British colonialism promoted and actively participated

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UPSC, World History

Volcanic Activity

Volcanoes are one of the fascinating geological features on Earth, and their volcanic activity fascinates scientists and the general public alike. From the explosive eruptions that make headlines to the ongoing geothermal activity at some volcanoes, volcanoes constantly change and surprise us.  Volcanoes are a natural part of the Earth’s landscape, and they are responsible

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UPSC, World Geography

Tropical Cyclones

A tropical cyclone is a rapidly rotating storm system that generally forms over warm tropical oceans. Cyclones are characterised by a well-defined surface circulation, with maximum sustained winds occurring at low levels near the centre of the storm. They can produce heavy rains, high winds, and flooding. Cyclones can also cause extensive damage to coastal

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UPSC, World Geography