Modern History – General Studies

If you are reading History for UPSC like it should be – focusing on concepts rather than just facts – History will be fun & rewarding! Mind you – these concepts are not…

History in UPSC is conceptual. While it might seem we need a lot of mugging up of facts in History for the exam, it is not the case. Read more in our blog!

Rehabilitation and resettlement of refugees represent critical components of humanitarian efforts aimed at restoring dignity, stability, and hope to individuals and families displaced by conflict, persecution, or natural disasters.

The Radcliffe Commission was a two-member boundary commission appointed by the British government in June 1947 to determine the borders between India and Pakistan.

Tracing the origins of the Women’s movement in India proves challenging, as most accounts begin in the nineteenth century.

The Workers Movement in India has been an essential force in shaping the nation’s socio-economic landscape, advocating for the rights and welfare of the working class.

Peasant movements during the British Colonial Period in the 18th and 19th centuries were indeed part of broader social movements against British atrocities and exploitation.

The Communal Holocaust, a dark chapter in human history, stands as a testament to the atrocities inflicted upon various ethnic and religious communities during periods of conflict and persecution.

The Cabinet Mission was a significant initiative taken by the British government in February 1946 to find a peaceful and negotiated solution for the transfer of power to India.

The Wavell Plan was a proposal for Indian self-government that was introduced in 1945 at the Shimla Conference.