Activities of the Indian National Congress from 1885 to 1905 The early national leaders were staunch believers in liberalism. The Indian National Congress, during the period from 1885 to 1905, was dominated by those leaders. Objectives The Congress during the period under review had four … [Read more...]
Battle of Karnal
Battle of Karnal The Battle of Karnal was fought between the armies of Nader Shah and Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah. Inspite of have a large army, Muhammad Shah was defeated in the battle. The incident took place on 24th February, 1739 near Karnal, Haryana, India. Muhammad Shah had learnt of the … [Read more...]
Non-cooperation Movement: Introduction, Causes, Result and Importance
Introduction: A new chapter in the history of India’s struggle for independence was opened with the non-cooperation movement in 1920. Based on the principles of non-violence and boycott, this movement was launched formally on August 1, 1920. What was the Non-Cooperation Movement? Non-cooperation … [Read more...]
Causes, Effects and Significance of Civil Disobedience Movement in India
Civil Disobedience Movement The Lahore Congress of 1929 authorized the Working Committee to launch a programme of civil disobedience. Gandhiji was invested with full powers to launch the Civil Disobedience movement. He gave his ultimatum to Lord Irwin on 31 January 1930. His ultimatum being ignored … [Read more...]
Importance of Akbar (Mughal Emperor)
Mughal Emperor Akbar occupies the first place not only in point of time but also in respect of the measure of his greatness. He was a great genius endowed with such clear insight into public affairs that he could easily fix upon the right mode and psychological moment of doing a thing. His … [Read more...]
Tebhaga Peasant Movement
Tebhaga Peasant Movement Causes of the Tebhaga Peasant Movement: The Flood Commission recommended for two-third of the crop, instead of half, for the sharecroppers. In September 1946, the Bengal Pradeshik Kisan Sabha gave a call to implement the recommendation of the Flood Commission. The … [Read more...]
The Battle of Bhopal between Marathas and Mughal Empire (1737)
The Battle of Bhopal Introduction: The Battle of Bhopal was fought between the Maratha empire and the Mughal empire (together with allies) on 24th December, 1737 near Bhopal. The decisive victory of the Marathas in the Battle of Bhopal is a significant event in the history of India. War: Alarmed … [Read more...]
Second Battle of Panipat between Hemu and Mughal Army (1556)
The second battle of Panipat between Hemu and Mughal Army marked the final triumph of the Mughals in their contest for supremacy in India. Bairam Khan, the military commander of Mughal Emperor Akbar, put a bold face on the situation and overruling the decision of timid counselors determined to … [Read more...]
Rani Laxmi Bai (Lakshmibai) - Jhansi Ki Rani
Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi Introduction: Rani Laxmi Bai (or Lakshmi Bai, Lakshmibai) was the Rani of Jhansi (Queen of Jhansi). She is among the glorious heroines of India. After the death of her husband, Rani Laxmibai battled against the British Empire as a national patriot and sacrificed her. She is … [Read more...]
Princely States in India
Princely States in India When India became independent there were more than 500 princely states, big and small. Some like Travancore, Cochin and Mysore in the South and Gwalior, Baroda and Patiala in the North, had done a great deal for their people, like beautifying the state and opening … [Read more...]
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