“Rasa Nritya,” or commonly known as, “Rāslīlā,” is a traditional folk dance drama originating from northern India, especially in Uttar Pradesh. It brings to life scenes from Krishna’s adventures and is frequently performed during the joyous festival of Krishna Janmashtami. Key points:
The term “Purna Swaraj,” meaning “complete self-rule” or “total independence,” refers to a significant resolution that the Indian National Congress passed at its Lahore session in December 1929. This resolution demanded India’s full independence from British control and was publicly proclaimed on January 26, 1930. Key Points:
The “posa” system in Ahom Assam, a unique practice from the pre-colonial era, involved the Ahom kings giving hill tribes the right to collect payments from certain villages in the foothills. In return, these tribes acknowledged the Ahom’s rule and paid an annual tribute. Key Points: Significance: The posa system illustrates the complicated ties between
The farmer uprising in the Phulaguri area of middle Assam in October 1861 was one of the early peasant movements in the Indian freedom struggle. It marked a significant shift towards non-cooperation, as the farmers in Phulaguri boldly refused to pay taxes to the British authorities, standing up against foreign oppression. In 1861, the British
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The “One Nation One Ration Card” program, or ONORC for short, aims to provide nationwide portability for ration cards. This means that those who benefit from the National Food Security Act (NFSA) can access their foodgrains from any fair price shop (FPS) across the country, regardless of where they are. Detailed Overview: • Nationwide Portability:
The scheme utilizes the One District One Product (ODOP) approach to maximize the benefits of scale when it comes to sourcing inputs, accessing shared services, and marketing products. The ODOP framework will help develop the value chain and ensure that support infrastructure is aligned. It’s important to note that a single district might have multiple
On September 23, 2013, the National Urban Livelihoods Mission was introduced by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, replacing the existing SJSRY initiative. The mission aims to uplift the living standards of the urban poor.With this aim the following Components have been conceptualized: Social Mobilization and Institution Development (SM & ID) The component
The “Next Below Rule” (NBR) is a guideline that allows officers who are working outside their usual roles to receive a temporary promotion in their original department, even if all their superiors have already been promoted. This ensures that they don’t miss out on a promotion they would have earned if they had stayed in
The New Saraighat Bridge is a major road bridge that crosses the Brahmaputra River in Assam, India. It serves as a crucial link between Guwahati on the south bank and North Guwahati on the north bank, ensuring smooth transportation for people traveling between Assam and the rest of Northeast India. Detailed Overview: Significance
The Navagraha temple, perched on the Chitrasal hills, is dedicated to the nine planets of our solar system. Inside the temple, each of these planets is symbolized by a Shivalinga, draped in vibrant colored cloths that represent their respective celestial bodies. This temple’s history stretches back to the 18th century, as evidenced by the inscriptions
