UPSC Notes

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.

After gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1947, India embarked on a journey fraught with numerous challenges as it sought to forge a new path forward.

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.

The INA Rebellion, also known as the Indian Armed Forces Mutiny, was a significant turning point in India’s struggle for independence.

The Quit India Movement, also known as the August Movement or August Kranti, was a pivotal moment in India’s struggle for independence.