UKPSC 2016 Paper II

Points to Remember: The context of World War II and India’s position within the British Empire. The key demands of the August 8, 1940, resolution. The response of the British government. The long-term impact on the Indian independence movement. Introduction: The declaration of August 8, 1940, refers to a crucial resolution passed by the All-India … Read more What was the declaration of 8th August, 1940?

Points to Remember: Geographical location and significance of Panch Prayag. The five confluences and their religious importance. The rivers involved and their origins. Tourism and its impact on the region. Environmental concerns and conservation efforts. Introduction: Panch Prayag, literally translating to “five confluences,” refers to five sacred junctions of rivers in the Garhwal Himalayas of … Read more What do you know about ‘PANCH-PRAYAG’?

Points to Remember: Origin and timeline of Painted Grey Ware (PGW). Geographical distribution and characteristics of PGW. Significance of PGW in understanding the Iron Age in India. Relationship with other contemporary cultures. Decline and subsequent developments. Introduction: Painted Grey Ware (PGW) is a distinctive type of pottery that serves as a crucial marker for the … Read more Write a note on ‘Painted Gray Ware’ (PGW).

Points to Remember: Definition and scope of “Huna” invasions. Key epigraphic sources mentioning the Hunas. Geographical spread of Huna influence as revealed by inscriptions. Nature of Huna interaction with existing Indian powers. Limitations of epigraphic evidence. Introduction: The “Huna” invasions of India, spanning roughly from the late 5th to the early 6th centuries CE, represent … Read more Throw light on Epigraphic evidences related to the ‘HUNA’ invasion of India.

Points to Remember: Kadaisiar is a Tamil term. It refers to a specific type of fishing practice. Understanding its ecological and socio-economic impacts is crucial. The practice has legal and ethical implications. Introduction: “Kadaisiar” (கடைசியார்) is a Tamil term referring to a destructive and unsustainable fishing practice predominantly employed in the coastal regions of Tamil … Read more What do you understand from the term ‘Kadaisiar’?

Points to Remember: Sirtuin’s role in cellular processes. Sirtuin’s impact on aging and longevity. Sirtuin’s potential therapeutic applications. Limitations and ongoing research on sirtuins. Introduction: Sirtuins are a family of proteins (specifically, a class of enzymes called deacetylases) found in organisms ranging from bacteria to humans. They play a crucial role in regulating various cellular … Read more What do you know about ‘Sirtan’?

Points to Remember: Tinchari Mai’s identity and significance within a specific cultural or historical context. Lack of widespread recognition necessitates reliance on localized knowledge and potential ambiguity. The importance of verifying information from multiple reliable sources. Introduction: The question “Who was ‘Tinchari Mai’?” requires a factual approach, focusing on identifying and verifying information about this … Read more Who was ‘Tinchari Mai’?

Points to Remember: The Lucknow Pact’s main defects stemmed from its inherent compromises and the realities of the political landscape. It failed to address fundamental issues of power-sharing and representation adequately. Its short-term gains masked long-term problems that would later contribute to communal tensions. The pact’s success was limited by the differing goals and priorities … Read more What were the main defects of the Lucknow Pact (1916)?

Points to Remember: Panchsheel’s core principles: peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, non-aggression, non-interference, and mutual benefit. Historical context: its origin in the Sino-Indian agreement of 1954. Application beyond bilateral relations: its broader implications for international relations and global peace. Criticisms and limitations: challenges in practical implementation. Introduction: Panchsheel, meaning “five principles” in Sanskrit, refers to a … Read more What is meant by ‘Panchsheel’?

Points to Remember: MANI/MANA was a specific economic policy or program. Its goals, implementation, and outcomes need to be examined. The analysis should consider both successes and failures. The historical context is crucial for understanding its impact. Introduction: The term “MANI” or “MANA” doesn’t refer to a widely known, globally recognized economic policy or program. … Read more What was ‘MANI’ or ‘MANA’?