NCERT Notes

The sixth century BC saw the rise of Jainism and Buddhism and other religious sects, which was destined to bring to an end the unquestioned supremacy of Vedic Culture. They mainly originated in the middle Gangetic plains

The Vedic Age of Ancient India is the ‘heroic age’ of Indian Civilisation. The period between 1500-600 BC and Indo-Aryans are believed to be the composer of Vedic texts.

The Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world’s oldest urban cultures, flourished around 3300–1300 BCE in the vast expanse of the Indian subcontinent.

The term ‘Stone Age’ is used to describe a period of human evolution where stone was used as the hardest material for making tools.

The ‘History’ is the study of the human past that is left behind by humans, unlike a study of just battles and kings as is generally understood.

India has 28 States and 8 Union Territories. Every state and Union Territories has its unique cultural sentiments. India, as a nation, is an amalgamation of diverse cultural identities.

The diverse tapestry of India’s cultural landscape is intricately woven with the threads of various races and tribes, each contributing unique hues to the vibrant mosaic of the nation.

Poverty and environmental degradation are the two major problems of India faces today have much to do with population size.

The UPSC NCERT Notes on Geography, specifically focusing on Transport and Communication, serve as an invaluable resource for aspirants preparing for the Civil Services Examination.

The UPSC NCERT Notes on Geography, specifically focusing on Industries in India, provide a comprehensive and insightful overview of the country’s economic landscape.