The All India Blood Donation Day, observed on October 1, serves to promote the noble cause of blood donation, a vital system ensuring the safety of both donors and recipients. This practice, recognized and implemented worldwide, is strongly advocated by the World Health Organization and other international agencies. The ultimate objective is for India to […]
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According to tradition, there once existed a prosperous Janapada known as Agra (Agreya), with its capital named Agrodaka. The site where the ancient city of Agrodaka stood is represented by a series of mounds found northwest of Agroha village in Hissar district, Haryana. Like other Janapadas of ancient India, Agreya was a city-state, and tradition […]
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The Family Planning Programme in India is a crucial component of the nation’s comprehensive strategy for socio-economic growth. It aims to foster an aspiration for a better quality of life among individuals while providing essential means for economic and social improvement. The programme is entirely voluntary and relies on its inherent appeal to draw people, […]
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Sarat Chandra Chatterji, one of India’s greatest writers, was born on September 15, 1876, in Debanandapur, Hooghly district. He spent his childhood and youth in Bhagalpur. In 1894, he passed the Entrance Examination but couldn’t proceed to higher education due to financial constraints. For a time, he lived as a ‘Sanyasi.’ In 1903, he moved […]
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The nineteenth century in India saw the emergence of numerous great minds, among whom Bharatendu Harishchandra stands out. Born in September 1850 in Varanasi, Harishchandra was a prolific figure whose creative energy significantly propelled the growth of the Hindi language and literature. Beyond his literary contributions, he was also a passionate advocate for social reforms, […]
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The year 1916 marked a significant milestone in the history of women’s higher education in India with the establishment of the Indian Women’s University by Dr. Dhondo Keshav Karve at Hingne, near Poona, starting with just four students. In a society bound by age-old customs and outdated attitudes towards women, this institution faced numerous social […]
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Historically, exceptional warrior exploits have been acknowledged by monarchs and governments through promotions, titles, property, pensions, and other tokens of esteem. In modern times, these recognitions take the form of prestigious and rare gallantry medals such as England’s “Victoria Cross,” the USA’s “Medal of Honor,” the USSR’s “Order of Lenin,” and India’s “Param Vir Chakra.” […]
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Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, a renowned Hindi poetess known for her patriotic fervor and lyrical prowess, was born in 1904 in Nihalpur village, now part of Allahabad. She reportedly composed her first couplet at the age of six. Her poetry gained prominence when it was published in the fiery Hindi weekly ‘Karmaveer’ in 1920-21. Married to […]
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The Olympics originated in ancient Greece, named after the venue, Olympia, a Greek settlement. The first recorded Olympics occurred in 776 B.C. but were halted in 394 A.D. by Roman Emperor Theodosius. After more than 1500 years, the Games were revived in 1896 thanks to the efforts of French nobleman Baron Pierre de Coubertin. The […]
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The passage provides a brief historical overview of the Olympic Games, tracing their origins in ancient Greece to their revival in the modern era by Baron Pierre de Coubertin in 1896. It highlights the significance of the Olympics as a global sporting event aimed at fostering international goodwill and friendly rivalry among nations. Despite interruptions […]
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