Elucidate the Karna and Angahgara components in context with classical Indian dances.

Karna is a combined movement of the feet and the hands, which, though momentarily static, is a dynamic series of movements which culminates in a specific pose. Natya Shastra has described 108karnas, each comprising of movements of abstract dance. Each ..

Elaborate about various types of Puppetry Art in India.

In Puppet Theatre various forms, known as puppets, are used to illustrate the narratives. The various types of puppetry art in India include: String Puppets – This includes Kathputli of Rajasthan, Kundhei of Odisha, Gombeyetta ofKarnataka and Bomallattam art of ..

Differentiate between Murals, Miniatures and Frescoes with suitable examples.

Murals are large works executed on the walls of solid structures, as in the Ajanta Caves and the Kailashnath temple. Miniature paintings are executed on a very small scale for books or albums on perishable material such as paper and ..

Apart from being a commercial organization; Indian Railways is required to engage in so called Social Service Obligations. What are they and what is their importance to India? Examine.

Indian Railways carries out several transport activities that are essentially uneconomic and have a larger interest in the economically disadvantaged sections of the society.  Losses incurred on this account fall under the Social Service Obligation of Indian Railways. Elements The ..

“In comparison to Quit India Movement, the Indian National Army (INA) had a greater impact on the Indian Freedom Struggle.” Do you agree with this view? Discuss critically and comparatively.

The Indian National Army (INA) and the Quit India Movement were two significant events in the Indian Freedom Struggle, but their impact on the movement differed in nature and extent. Impact of the Indian National Army: Psychological impact: The INA, ..

The NGOs and voluntary organizations are important for a vibrant economy. However, their role has come under scanner in recent times. In this context, highlight the need for self-regulatory guidelines and transparency mechanisms to restore the credibility of these organizations.

NGOs and voluntary organizations play a vital role in inclusive growth. Their importance has been highlighted in last mile delivery provided by them during Covid pandemic. However, some of these organizations have come under the scanner due to their alleged ..

What were the main features of Industrial revolution? Do you agree that Industrialization was at the root of competitive nationalism that led to great wars? Justify.

The Industrial Revolution had the following main features. Firstly, industrialisation made more inventions and discoveries such as Spinning Jenny, Mule, Cotton Gin, Steam-engine, Flying shuttle, Water frame, Safety lamp and Power. Loom was the most significant ones in this regard. ..

Addressing the trust gap and income inequality which exists in organ donation and organ transplantation is crucial for organ donation. Comment.

Indian Organ Donation Day is observed by the Government of India on November 30 with the primary objective of promoting organ donation and transplantation so that people suffering from organ failures can get a new lease of life from people ..

What is the Seesaw theory in International Relations in context with China and Taiwan?

The relations between China and Taiwan have reached the lowest in recent times. China views Taiwan as a rebel province and looks forward to its reunification. Taiwan, on its part, has established an independent government based on democratic principles. China ..

In recent years pulses have become the main drivers of food Price inflation in India. Why? What are the main constraints in expanding pulses production in India? Examine.

Hint: High demand supply gap; low productivity and low growth in productivity are three key reasons. We need to import the pulses to fill the demand supply gap; but international trade is much small in pulses in comparison to our ..