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Devasahayam Pillai

In Context Recently, Devasahayam Pillai became the first Indian layman to be declared a saint by Pope Francis (Catholic Church) Vatican City. Who was Devasahayam Pillai? About: He was born on 23 April 1712, as Neelakanta Pillai into a Hindu upper-caste family, at Nattalam in Kanyakumari district, which was part of the erstwhile Travancore kingdom. […]

Buddha Purnima

In News The PM recently recalled the principles of Lord Buddha on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. About Buddha Purnima Buddha Purnima, also known as Buddha Jayanti, is an auspicious day to mark the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha (founder of Buddhism). Buddha is believed to be the ninth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, as per […]

Evidence of Iron Age in Tamil Nadu

In News Carbon dating of findings of excavation in Tamil Nadu bring forth evidence of iron being used in India 4,200 years ago. About Excavations at a small hamlet called Mayiladumparai in Tamil Nadu have pushed back the date since iron has been used in India. Further study can reveal that the onset of agrarian […]

Gallantry Awards

In Context Recently, the President of India conferred Gallantry awards to the personnel for displaying conspicuous gallantry, indomitable courage and extreme devotion to duty. About Gallantry Awards have been instituted by the Government of India to honour the acts of bravery and sacrifices of the officers/personnel of the Armed Forces, other lawfully constituted forces and […]

Urban Heat Island

In Context Urban heat islands escalate the warming of weather. About Urban heat islands (UHI) occur when cities replace the natural land cover with dense concentrations of pavement, buildings, and other surfaces that absorb and retain heat. This effect increases energy costs associated with cooling and air-conditioning, air pollution levels, and heat-related illness and mortality. […]

Split Verdict on Marital Rape

In Context The Delhi High Court ruling gave a split verdict on several petitions in a case challenging the validity of the marital rape exemption under section 375 of IPC which has led to the public debate over the course of law. Background Societal divide: The present law manifests the stark public divide on the […]

Asaf Ali

In News Recently, the government released a pictorial book on India’s Women Unsung Heroes of Freedom Struggle as part of Azadi ka Mahotsav.  Aruna Asaf Ali Image Courtesy: Amrit Mohotsav  Aruna Asaf Ali was an Indian educator, political activist, and publisher.  She was popularly known as the ‘Grand Old Lady’ of the Independence Movement. Hoisting […]

Marital Rape

In News Recently, the Delhi High Court delivered a split verdict in a batch of petitions challenging the exception provided to marital rape in the Indian Penal Code (IPC). About The court was hearing a clutch of four petitions challenging the constitutionality of the exception to Section 375.  Petitioners include the All India Democratic Women’s […]

Martand Sun Temple

In News The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor participated in a religious ceremony held in the ruins of the 8th century Martand Sun temple, a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India.  This temple has been recognised as a “Site of national importance”. Martand Sun Temple The Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple […]

Maharana Pratap Jayanti

In News The Prime Minister has paid tribute to Maharana Pratap on his Jayanti.   About Maharana Pratap Maharana Pratap hailed from the Sisodiya clan of Rajputs in Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan. He was the 13th King of Mewar and was the eldest son of Maharaja Udai Singh II. Maharana Udai Singh II was the founder of the […]

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