Shaivism - The Origin and Growth of Shaivism Origin of Shaivism The origin of Shaivism in India can be traced from very early times. It may be a legacy of the non-Aryan religious belief of the pre-historic period. The excavations in the Indus valley have revealed images of deities resembling Siva … [Read more...]
Rise of Magadha Empire (Magadha Imperialism) - Geographical, Economic and Political Factors
The Rise of Magadha Empire The Factors that led to the rise of Magadha This rise of Magadha Imperialism is unique in Indian history. The political history of India from the earliest times till the present day is an endless story of struggle between the forces of centralization and … [Read more...]
Extent of the Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization)
Extent of the Indus Valley Civilization Formerly it was believed that the extent of Harappan civilization was confined within only the Indus Valley. The Archaeological Department of the Governments of India and Pakistan have unearthed the relics of Harappan culture at many places outside the Indus … [Read more...]
Importance of Bhakti Movement
Importance of Bhakti Movement The Bhakti Movement played a significant role in transforming the character of Vedic Hinduism. By introducing the cult of Bhakti as the means of salvation, Bhagavatism reduced the importance of the ritual of Vedic sacrifices. Although the Vedic rites survived, … [Read more...]
Ajivika (Ajivikas), Ajivikism and its Features
The Ajivika (also Ajivikas) creed was one of the most popular protesting creed against the Brahmanical religion during 6th century B.C. Its preacher Gosala Mankhaliputta was born in the family of a commoner. Gosala was a fundamental thinker who challenged the basic tenets of Brahmanical religion. He … [Read more...]
Current Caste System in India (Untouchability and Caste System)
Current Caste System has become very rigid and inflexible in India with the result that it has converted itself into casteism. It is this rigidity in current casteism system, which resulted in untouchability and superiority complex and hierarchy. It checked mobility in society and promoted caste … [Read more...]
Value Based Education | Need for Value Based Education
India is badly in need of Value Based Education and Teaching System which inculcates among the young students values that they need to imbibe and embalm within them. Value based education (VBE) imparts social, moral, integrity, character, spirituality and many more. It builds the qualities of … [Read more...]
Condition and Status of Primary Education in India
Primary education is often referred to as elementary education. The framers of Indian Constitution did not initially include 'Education' as one of the fundamental rights. However, the Right to Education has later been included as a fundamental right in India. The Right to Education Act (RTE) … [Read more...]
Article on Present Position of Higher Education in India
Present Position of Higher Education in India Higher education refers to the education in colleges and universities. India has a large higher education system. It has more than 600 universities and over 33000 colleges with more than 20 million students. These includes higher education in the fields … [Read more...]
Vocational Education and Training (VET) in India (Introduction, Importance, Need and Future)
What is Vocational education and training (VET)? Vocational education and training (VET), also called career and technical education (CTE), refers to the skill based education and training. Vocational training institutes imparts specific knowledge and skills for a particular trade. It pays full … [Read more...]
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