The Second battle of Panipat was fought on 5th November, 1556, between Hindu King Hemu and Akbar's trusted general Bairam Khan. The Mughal Army of Bairam Khan won the battle. When Humayun died, his 13 year-old eldest son, Akbar, was the ruler of Punjab, with Bairam Khan as his guardian. Soon, … [Read more...]
Short Biography of Razia Sultana
Razia Sultana was the sultan of Delhi for the period between 1236 to 1240. She was the daughter of Iltutmish. She was born in 1205 A.D. Iltutmish was succeeded by his son, Rukn-ud-din Firoz, who proved to be most weak and incapable of leasing insurgencies in various parts of the empire. Soon he … [Read more...]
History of Indian Art and Architecture
History of Indian Art and Architecture This articles gives discusses the Mauryan Art, Sunga and Kanva Art, Satavahana Art, Kushana Art, Gupta Art, Pala-Sena Art, Rajput Art, Pallava Art, Rashtrakuta Art, Chola Art, The Chalukya and Hoyasala Art, etc. Mauryan Art and Architecture No specimen of … [Read more...]
Mother Goddess in Indian Religion
Right from the days of the Indus Valley Civilisation, the Mother Goddess is worshipped in India as the force behind productivity. But during the period between the Rig-Vedic age till the beginning of the Gupta age, aristocrats were not in favour of worshipping the Mother Goddess. She was popular … [Read more...]
Role and Status of Women in Ancient India
The Rig Vedic Women in India enjoyed high status in society. Their condition was good. The women were provided opportunity to attain high intellectual and spiritual standard. There were many women Rishis during this period. Though monogamy was mostly common, the richer section of the society … [Read more...]
Importance of Railways in India
Importance of Railways in India Indian Railway provides the most important mode of public transport in India. This is the most commonly used and cost effective long distance transport system of the country. Indian Railway is operating by Ministry of Railways. Indian Railways is touching life of … [Read more...]
Major Mountain Peaks in India
Major Mountain Peaks in India Kangchenjunga: The 3rd highest mountain in World and ranked one in India is Kangchenjunga with a height of 28169 ft (8586 mt). It is located between Nepal and Indian state Sikkim. Due to Kangchenjunga’s five highest peaks, it is called “Five Treasures of Snow” and is … [Read more...]
Radiation Pollution: Sources and Effects of Radiation Pollution
Introduction: Man and all life forms on earth have evolved in a radiation environment. All non-living substances and generations of living beings are exposed to natural radiation. This is inevitable. The air we breathe, the water and beverages we drink, the food we eat are all parts of the same … [Read more...]
Noise Pollution: Sources, Consequences, and Remedies of Noise Pollution
Noise Pollution Noise pollution (also noise disturbance, sound pollution) refers to the unwanted sound that can disrupt the human health and life. Noise pollution can be defined as excess noise in the atmosphere that is harmful to people or animals around. People suffer from noise pollution when … [Read more...]
Essay on Water Pollution
Essay on Water Pollution Water covers two-thirds of the Earth's surface, with over 97% present in the oceans and less than 1% in freshwater streams and lakes. Water is also present in the atmosphere in solid form in the polar icecaps and as groundwater in aquifers (water-bearing rocks) deep … [Read more...]
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