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The three secrets of the Bhagavad-Gita Great scholars of the Bhagavad-Gita say that the scripture fundamentally deals with three primary teachings, which are called the three secrets. The first secret is about duty. A person must do his duty according to his nature (swadharmacharana). The second truth is about the hidden Self. In everyone there … Read more DMPQ- Mention the The three secrets of the Bhagavad-Gita.

( Write  intro)   Reasons: Policies of lytton Vernacular press act Ilbert bill controversy To have collective identity Creation of National leadership, an institutional form to put demands in front of Britishers To bring political literacy and raise the national consciousness  

The ‘Alipore Bomb Case’ was “the first state trial of any magnitude in India”. The British Government arrested Sri Aurobindo, a prominent Nationalist Leader at the time, Barindra Ghose, and many young revolutionaries. They were charged with “Conspiracy” or “waging war against the King” – the equivalent of high treason and punishable with death by … Read more DMPQ- Short note on Alipore bomb case. ( HISTORY)

The didactic nationalism of the Brahmo Samaj appealed more to the intellectual elite in Bengal, while the average Bengali found more emotional satisfaction in the cult of bhakti and yoga. The teachings of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa (1836- 1886), a poor priest at the Kali temple in Dakshineshwar, on the outskirts of Calcutta (who was known in … Read more DMPQ- Give a brief description of the Ramakrishna movement.

A life of righteousness for a Hindu is possible through the fourfold scheme of practical endeavour. It comprises the concepts of dharma, artha, kama and moksha Dharma is honest and upright conduct or righteous action. Artha means a righteous and honest pursuit of economic activities. Kama is the fulfillment of one’s normal desires. Moksha is … Read more DMPQ: What do mean by the Concepts of Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha ?

. After non-action of government over Nehru Report and failure of government to agree  upon any demand for even dominion status, Gandhiji was looking for a new plan amidst growing  restlessness among the Congress and nation as a whole. Mahatma Gandhi found in salt a powerful symbol that could unite the nation. On 31 January … Read more DMPQ- . Discuss Gandhi’s 11 points and explain how they became background for civil disobedience movement.

Gupta age is termed as the golden age because of the holistic development of culture and its various fields. It was unparalleled in the annals of History. During the age science in India got major attention. In the field of medical science benaras became the centre. Sushrat was a great teacher. His book on sushrut … Read more DMPQ: Gupta age was the golden age of science and technology. Comment( Ancient history)

There were certain basic constraints before the congress ministries could undertake a complete overhaul of the agrarian structure by completely abolishing zamindari.  These constraints were:   The ministries did not have adequate powers. There were inadequate financial resources as a lion’s share was appropriated by the Government of India. Strategy of class adjustments was another … Read more DMPQ: Congress tilted towards socialism and communism ideology post 1930 and started bringing the issues of the peasants in front of British. But congress ministries formed during 1937 were not able to unleash radical changes. Discuss. (History)

Ellora Caves It one of the largest rock-hewn monastic-temple complexes in the entire world. There are 34 caves, structures are excavated out of the vertical face of the hills. Cave Architecture – Out of these, there are 12 Mahayana Buddhist caves (caves 1-12), 17 Hindu caves (caves 13-29) and 5 caves of the Jain faith … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on Ellora caves.