Introduction: Gandhiji moved his resolution on non-cooperation movement in a special session of the Congress held in Calcutta in September 1920. In its annual session at Nagpur in December, the Congress confirmed a resolution. The resolution stated, ‘The only effectual means to vindicate the … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2015
Very short note on Oxygen
Oxygen Oxygen is symbolized by O2. The bulk of atmospheric oxygen comes from the green plants. Oxygen is a constituent of many of our foods. Almost all living organisms, plants and animals require oxygen for their respiration. This oxygen is utilized by them to breakdown food materials … [Read more...]
Short Essay on Save Forests
Forests are essential for the sustainability of planet earth. Forests command great influence on the climate, soil, and environment of our world. Why save the forest? We should save forests as a protection against floods and famines. Forests prevent floods and reduce soil erosion by regulating the … [Read more...]
Short Essay on Annual Sports Day in School
“All works and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. This proverb highlights the importance of playful activities in our life. Most schools arrange for 'Annual Sports' once every year. This event usually occurs during winter season. The sports teacher helps and encourages students to participate in … [Read more...]
Shahji Bhonsle (Father of Shivaji Maharaj)
Shahji Bhonsle Shahji Bhonsle (also Shahji Raje Bhonsle, Shahaji Raje Bhonsle) was the father of Shivaji Maharaj. He was the first to raise the prestige of Bhonsle family ( to which Shivaji Maharaj belongs) to acquire military distinction. Shahji acquired practical experience of war under his … [Read more...]
Differences between Living and Non-Living Things
Differences between Living and Non-Living Things Living things include all kinds of organisms that have life. Non-living things doesn't have life. The differences between living and non-living objects are summarized as follows: Living things (or organisms) require nutrition, i.e., … [Read more...]
Short Article on Nuclear Weapons
Nuclear Weapons Nuclear weapons: Nuclear weapons are terribly destructive. Since long time, the great men of the world have been warning the people that human civilization is dangerously in for extinction. Yet, there is a craze among some nations to possess nuclear weapons. Existing … [Read more...]
Brief History of Jaunpur Sultanate
Brief History of Jaunpur Sultanate Early History: The city of Jaunpur was founded by Firuz Shah. His successor, Mahmud Tughlaq, entrusted the government of his eastern dominions to a powerful eunuch noble named Sarwar, who bore the title of Khwaja Jahan. Thus Khawaja Jahan became the ‘Lord of … [Read more...]
Brief note of Moplah Rebellion (Mappila rebellion)
Who are the Moplahs? The Moplahs (also Mappila muslims) were the descendants of Arab traders who had settled in the Malabar region of Kerala in Indian sub-continent. Moplah rebellion (also known as Malabar rebellion) was an armed revolt against the Britishers and the Jenmis (High caste Hindu … [Read more...]
Brief History of Sangama Dynasty
Sangama Dynasty Harihara I and his brother Bukka I, were the founders of Sangma dynasty. The dynasty named after their father whose name was "Sangama". Harihara I was crowned king of the new kingdom of Hampi (Hastinavati) in 1336. Harihara and his brother brought under their control almost the … [Read more...]