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The Kushanas : Kanishka : Extent of empire, His religious policy; Development of Art, Architecture and Letters during the Kushana period

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The Kushanas: Short introduction In the early 2nd century BC, a tribe on the Central Asian frontier of China called Hsiung-nu defeated a neighboring one known as Yueh-chih. After more conflict, the survivors of the Yueh-chih were dislocated west, passing down the Ili river valley and along the southern shore of lake Issyk Kul. This … Read more The Kushanas : Kanishka : Extent of empire, His religious policy; Development of Art, Architecture and Letters during the Kushana period

The Mauryas : Extent of empire, Kalinga War and its Impact; Asoka’s Dhamma, Foreign Policy, Development of Art & Architecture during the Mauryan period

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  Foundation of the Mauryan Empire: The foundation of the Maurya Empire in 321 B.C. by Chandragupta Maurya was a unique event in history. Particularly in view of the fact that it was found shortly after Alexander’s victorious campaigns in North-West India during 327 B.C. – 325 B.C. There is no unanimity with regard to … Read more The Mauryas : Extent of empire, Kalinga War and its Impact; Asoka’s Dhamma, Foreign Policy, Development of Art & Architecture during the Mauryan period

The Rise of the Magadhan empire

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  In the sixth country B.C. North India was divided into sixteen kingdoms out of which Avanti, Vatsa, Kosala and Magadha rose into prominence by aggrandizing upon other weaker states.These four states involved themselves in internecine quarrel in which Magadha emerged as the most powerful state and acquired mastery in the political domain of India. … Read more The Rise of the Magadhan empire

The Lichavi and their republican constitution

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The History of Licchavis The Lichchhavis (also Lichchavi, Licchavi) were an important member of the Vajjian confederacy. The early Indian traditions describe the Lichchhavis as Kshatriyas. Scholars reject the theory of foreign origin of the Lichchhavis on the strength of these traditions. But they were degraded to the status of fallen Kshatriyas due to their … Read more The Lichavi and their republican constitution

Antiquity and stratification of the Vedic literature; Society, economy and religion during Early (Rig-Vedic) period.

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Although the Rig Veda deals with devotional work of religious nature, yet it gives a vivid picture of the early Vedic civilization. The Vedic Civilization is best understood from the social life, political organisation, economic life and religious beliefs. The Kula or family was the basic unit of Rig-Vedic society. The Kula was headed by … Read more Antiquity and stratification of the Vedic literature; Society, economy and religion during Early (Rig-Vedic) period.

Origin of the Aryans

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    The Aryans came to India in several waves. The earliest wave is represented by the Rig Vedic people who appeared in the subcontinent in about 1500 BC. They came into conflict with the indigenous inhabitants called the Dravidians mentioned as Dasa or Dasyus in Rig Veda. The Rig Veda mentions the defeat of … Read more Origin of the Aryans

The Indus Valley Civilization : Origin, antiquity, extent, authorship and main features

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Indus Valley Civilization   Indus Valley Civilization was the first major civilization in south Asia, which spread across a vast area of land in present day India and Pakistan (around 12 lakh sq.km). The time period of mature Indus Valley Civilization is estimated between BC. 2700- BC.1900 i.e. for 800 years. But early Indus Valley Civilization had … Read more The Indus Valley Civilization : Origin, antiquity, extent, authorship and main features

JPSC Prelims 2016 Test Series and Prelims Notes Program

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Important Ancient Terms

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Lohit Ayas Copper Syam Ayas Iron Vanik Traders Gramini Village Head Bhagadugha Tax collector Sthapati Chief Judge Takshan Carpenter Niska Unit of currency Satamana Unit of currency Pana Term used for coin Shresthi Guilds Vihara Buddhist Monastery Chaitya Sacred Enclosure Pradeshika Head of district Administration Nagarka City administration Jesthaka Chief of a Guild Prathamakulika Chief … Read more Important Ancient Terms

Important Ancient Terms for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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Lohit Ayas Copper Syam Ayas Iron Vanik Traders Gramini Village Head Bhagadugha Tax collector Sthapati Chief Judge Takshan Carpenter Niska Unit of currency Satamana Unit of currency Pana Term used for coin Shresthi Guilds Vihara Buddhist Monastery Chaitya Sacred Enclosure Pradeshika Head of district Administration Nagarka City administration Jesthaka Chief of a Guild Prathamakulika Chief … Read more Important Ancient Terms for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Major Monuments of Ancient Period for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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  1.   Udaygiri Caves     During Chandragupta’s reign at Vidisha, M.P.     2.   Angorwatt Temples     Suryavarman Ii     3.   Vikramashila University     Pala King Dharampala     4.   Kailash Temple (Ellora)     Rashtrakuta king Krishna I     5.   Dilwara Temple     … Read more Major Monuments of Ancient Period for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Major Monuments of Ancient Period

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1. Udaygiri Caves During Chandragupta’s reign at Vidisha, M.P. 2. Angorwatt Temples Suryavarman Ii 3. Vikramashila University Pala King Dharampala 4. Kailash Temple (Ellora) Rashtrakuta king Krishna I 5. Dilwara Temple Tejapala 6. Rathas of Mamallapuram Mahendravarman I (Pallava King) 7. Khajuraho temples Chandelas 8. Martanda temple (Kashmir) Lalitaditya Muktapida 9. Gommateswara  (Son of Rishabnath) … Read more Major Monuments of Ancient Period

Different Forms of Marriage Practiced in Ancient India

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1. Brahma Duly dowered girl to a man of the same class 2. Daiva Father gives daughter to a sacrificial priest as a part of his fee 3. Arsa A token bride price of a cow & a bull is given in place of the dowry 4. Prajapatya Father gives girl without dowry & without … Read more Different Forms of Marriage Practiced in Ancient India

Different Forms of Marriage Practiced in Ancient India for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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1.   Brahma     Duly dowered girl to a man of the same class 2.   Daiva     Father gives daughter to a sacrificial priest as a part of his fee 3.   Arsa       A token bride price of a cow & a bull is given in place of the … Read more Different Forms of Marriage Practiced in Ancient India for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Different Schools of Indian Philosophy

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          Nastika Shools of Indian System of Philosophy   Charvaka   Believes only in materialism. No life beyond death, no soul no god. Jaina     The names of two tirthankaras, Rishabhanath & Aristhanemia finds mention in Rig Veda. 540 BC   Twenty third was Parsva, son of Ishvaku king Asvasena. … Read more Different Schools of Indian Philosophy

Different Schools of Indian Philosophy

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          Nastika Shools of Indian System of Philosophy   Charvaka   Believes only in materialism. No life beyond death, no soul no god. Jaina     The names of two tirthankaras, Rishabhanath & Aristhanemia finds mention in Rig Veda. 540 BC   Twenty third was Parsva, son of Ishvaku king Asvasena. … Read more Different Schools of Indian Philosophy

Buddhist Councils for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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I Buddhist Council   500 BC at   Ajatsataru .   Record the Buddha’s sayings (sutra) and codify     Rajgaha   Presided by   monastic rules (vinaya). Rajgaha is today’s         Mahakasyapa   Rajgir II Buddhist Council   383 BC at   Kalasoka   The conservative schools insisted on monastic   … Read more Buddhist Councils for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Buddhist Councils

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I Buddhist Council 500 BC at Ajatsataru . Record the Buddha’s sayings (sutra) and codify Rajgaha Presided by monastic rules (vinaya). Rajgaha is today’s Mahakasyapa Rajgir II Buddhist Council 383 BC at Kalasoka The conservative schools insisted on monastic Vaishali rules (vinaya). The secessionist Mahasangikas argued for more relaxed monastic rules.Rejection of the Mahasanghikas III … Read more Buddhist Councils

Famous Inscriptions

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  Inscription King Aspect Junagarh Rock Rudradaman (Saka) Sanskrit. Says that a dam on the sudarshana lake was constructed by Pushyagupta a governor of Chandragupta Maurya Allahabad Pillar Samudragupta Sanskrit. Composed by Harisena Aihole Inscription Pulakeshin II Mentions Harsha defeat by Pulakeshin II. Composed by Ravikriti Vishnuvardan son of King. Gwalior Inscription Bhoja Most famous … Read more Famous Inscriptions

Famous Inscriptions for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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  Inscription King     Aspect Junagarh Rock Rudradaman (Saka)   Sanskrit. Says that a dam on the sudarshana lake             was constructed by Pushyagupta a governor of             Chandragupta Maurya Allahabad Pillar Samudragupta   Sanskrit. Composed by Harisena Aihole Inscription Pulakeshin II   Mentions … Read more Famous Inscriptions for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Indian Religious Books

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  Puranas Divided into sarga, pratisarga, manvantantar, vamsa (genealogical list of kings) & vamsanucharita. 18 main puranas & 18 subsidiary puranas. Vedas Meaning “knowledge”. Rigveda (hymns), Yajurveda (sacrificial formulae), Atharvaveda (magical charms & spell), Samveda. Vedas are called aparusheya (not created by man) & nity Upanishads About 200 in number. Deal with philosophy. Oldest & … Read more Indian Religious Books

Indian Religious Books for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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  Puranas Divided into sarga, pratisarga, manvantantar, vamsa (genealogical list of kings) & vamsanucharita. 18 main puranas & 18 subsidiary puranas. Vedas Meaning “knowledge”. Rigveda (hymns), Yajurveda (sacrificial formulae), Atharvaveda (magical charms & spell), Samveda. Vedas are called aparusheya (not created by man) & nity Upanishads About 200 in number. Deal with philosophy. Oldest & … Read more Indian Religious Books for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Jharkhand: Influence of Arayans and British over Tribal Culture

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The kingship system was resisted by the Adivasis. The Hos resisted the malgujari. and so too did the Santhals and the Mundas. This resistance became more prominent during the British rule in India which resulted in the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act, the Santhal Parganas Tenancy Act, and the Wilkinson Rule. These rules and Acts recognised the … Read more Jharkhand: Influence of Arayans and British over Tribal Culture

Jharkhand: The Parha and the Manki Mundua system. 

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This was the basis of the social union among the Adivasis in Jharkhand. Kingship developed amongst the Adivasis as a result of the necessity to protect their natural and livelihood resources from alien predations and to pay taxes to more powerful emperors. The kings would appoint someone from amongst their kin to be an agent … Read more Jharkhand: The Parha and the Manki Mundua system. 

Jharkhand :An Historical Introduction

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Jharkhand which came into being on 15 November 2000 as the 28th State of The Union is the homeland of the tribal’s for which they had been dreaming for Centuries. According to legend. Raja Jai Singh Deo of Orissa had declared himself the ruler of Jharkhand in the 13th century. It largely comprises forest tracks … Read more Jharkhand :An Historical Introduction

Paper IV- INDIAN CONSTITUTION & POLITY, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION & GOOD GOVERNANCE

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Section (A) – Indian Constitution and Polity (I) Preamble of the Indian Constitution (Secular, Democratic and Socialist-Philosophy behind It) (II) Salient features of the Indian Constitution. ; Basic structure of the Indian Constitution.Concept of Public Interest Litigation (III)Fundamental Rights & Duties (IV) Directive Principles of the State Policy (V) Union Government : (a) Union Executive … Read more Paper IV- INDIAN CONSTITUTION & POLITY, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION & GOOD GOVERNANCE

Jharkhand PCS Notes Modules

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JPSC Mains Paper 3:SOCIAL SCIENCES (History and Geography) Notes

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Detailed Notes for JPSC Mains Paper III Notes- Detailed topicwise Jharkhand Mains GK Notes for JPSC Mains Exam are provided for free browsing. Jharkhand (JPSC) Mains Notes are designed by JPSC Toppers and other civil servants. Detail Notes can be browsed at the following links. Section (A) – History: 100 Marks Section (B) – Geography: … Read more JPSC Mains Paper 3:SOCIAL SCIENCES (History and Geography) Notes

Polity of Jharkhand

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Administrative system of Jharkhand Divisions and districts of Jharkhand Panchayati raj of Jharkhand Awards of Jharkhand Education, Educational Infrastructure and Educational Policy of Jharkhand Health ,health Infrastructure and health Policy of Jharkhand Famous personalities of Jharkhand Sports personalities and Infrastructure of Jharkhand State Executive : Powers and functions of Governor, Chief Minister and the Council of … Read more Polity of Jharkhand

Economy of Jharkhand for JPSC Prelims Examination

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  [twy_display_category id=”1589″] Jharkhand Economy: Features,Issues, Challenges and Strategics Economic growth and structure of Jharkhand’seconomy, sectoral  composition, growth in SDP and per capita NSDP In last decade,  Agricultural and industrial growth in jharkhand Demographic features of Jharkhand : population growth, sex ratio,  density, literacy,composition of work force, rural-urban composition etc. with special reference to Census … Read more Economy of Jharkhand for JPSC Prelims Examination

Book list for JPSC Prelims by JPSC Topper George Sinha

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JPSC  PRELIMS BOOKLIST POLITY- 1.LAXMIKANTH,TMH PUBLICATIONS 2.NCERT CLASS XI 3.JHARKHAND PART AT LUCENT 4.JHARKHAND PANCHAYATI RAJ ACT-DOWNLOAD FROM NET AND READ THE CLAUSES   HISTORY- 1.ANCIENT  INDIA-OLD OR NEW NCERT 2.MEDIEVAL INDIA -OLD NCERT ONLY 3.MODERN-OLD NCERT AND RAJIV AHIR ,SPECTRUM 4.JHARKHAND HISTORY-LUCENT JHARKHAND(SPECIAL FOCUS ON REVOLTS AND EFFECTS OF THE REVOLTS)   ECONOMICS- 1.MRUNAL  … Read more Book list for JPSC Prelims by JPSC Topper George Sinha

Crack JPSC 2016 Prelims & Mains Video Lecture Program

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Crack JPSC 2016 Mains Test Series Program

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Schedule for JPSC 2016 Test Series

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Join Crack JPSC 2016 Now Test 1 History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition & Heritage of Jharkhand  30th May 2016 10:00 AM-1:00PM Discussion next Day Test 2 Indian History-Ancient Period  12th May 2016 10:00 AM-1:00PM Discussion next Day Test 3 Indian History-Medieval Period  15th May 2016 10:00 AM-1:00PM Discussion next Day Test 4 Indian History-Modern Period  19th … Read more Schedule for JPSC 2016 Test Series

Crack JPSC 2017 Prelims Test Series Program

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Jpscnotes team is going to provide the quality test series and complete notes for JPSC Exam 2017. Test Series Starts 30th of May 2017 15 Days Return Guarantee if you are not Satisfied with the test series and discussions.  Click Here to Register for the Test Series for Just Rs 2599 Only  Program will include 24 Online … Read more Crack JPSC 2017 Prelims Test Series Program

Immunity and Vaccination

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Immunity is disease resistance and is of following two types:- Natural or Innate Immunity:- It is present from birth and is inherited from birth by the offspring from the mother.In this form of immunity the response from the organism against the pathogen is immediate in the form of non-specific immune response without the need of recognizing the … Read more Immunity and Vaccination

Immunity and Vaccination for JPSC Prelims and JPSC Mains Examination

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Immunity is disease resistance and is of following two types:- Natural or Innate Immunity:- It is present from birth and is inherited from birth by the offspring from the mother.In this form of immunity the response from the organism against the pathogen is immediate in the form of non-specific immune response without the need of recognizing the … Read more Immunity and Vaccination for JPSC Prelims and JPSC Mains Examination

Food Security & Public Distribution System(PDS)

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WHO Defines Food security to exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food which meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. Food security has three interlinked contents such as :- Availability of food, Access to food and absorption of food. Food … Read more Food Security & Public Distribution System(PDS)

Banking- Role of Commercial Banks, Issue of NPA, Financial Inclusion:-

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Table of Content:- Role of Commercial Banks Issue of NPA Financial Inclusion A Commercial bank is a type of financial institution that provides services such as accepting deposits, making business loans, and offering basic investment products There is acute shortage of capital. People lack initiative and enterprise. Means of transport are undeveloped. Industry is depressed. The commercial … Read more Banking- Role of Commercial Banks, Issue of NPA, Financial Inclusion:-

 Metallic Minerals of Rajsthan:- For Ras RTS Mains Examination and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

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Rajasthan ranks second only to Jharkhand in the availability of minerals and is blessed with 79 different minerals. Rajasthan has a monopoly in Non-Metallic Minerals ,while Rajasthan is not so rich in metallic minerals but the quality of metallic minerals available in the state is high.   Although Rajasthan is not rich in Iron ore … Read more  Metallic Minerals of Rajsthan:- For Ras RTS Mains Examination and Ras Rts Prelims Examination

Agro-climatic Regions of Rajasthan for Ras RTS Mains and Ras RTS Prelims exam

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Variable Climatic condition throughout the state has led to the development of different agricultural practices. Scientists have divided the state into following agro-climatic regions:- Western Agricultural Region:- It covers the sandy arid plains with low rainfall and thus about 70% of the net cropped area is under Kharif crops of bajra and pulses. This region … Read more Agro-climatic Regions of Rajasthan for Ras RTS Mains and Ras RTS Prelims exam

Forensic Science Technology for RAS/RTS Mains and RAS/RTS Prelims Examination

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Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

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Jharkhand special Policies and Programmes for JPSC Prelims Examination and JPSC Mains Examination

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Describe the major iron ore mining areas of the world. 4 marks 2010

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Iron ore plays a crucial role in the industrial development of a nation and various iron ore regions of the world are as follows:- 1- USA:- Lake Superior region, Northeastern region, southwestern region, western region. 2- Siegerland region of Germany. 3- China:- Manchuriyan deposits of Anshan, Yangtze valley and Hopie. 4- India:- Bihar and Orissa. … Read more Describe the major iron ore mining areas of the world. 4 marks 2010

Jharkhand Culture, Traditions and Heritage.

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Fairs, Festivals, Folk Music and Folk Dances.

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Salient features of Architecture – Forts and Monuments

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The architecture of Rajasthan is mainly based on the Rajput school of architecture which was a blend of the Hindu and Mughal structural design. The stupendous forts, the intricately carved temples and the grand havelis of the state are integral parts of the architectural heritage of the state. The Rajputs were prolific builders. Some of … Read more Salient features of Architecture – Forts and Monuments

Major Landmarks in the History of Rajasthan, Major Dynasties, their Administrative and Revenue System. Socio-cultural Issues.

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Mazor Dynasties  of Rajasthan:- Chauhan Dynasty Gehlot Dynasty Rathore Dynasty Kachhwaha Dynasty Pratihar Dynasty Chawad Dynasty Bhati Dynasty Yadav Dynasty Hada Dynasty Detailed notes for these dynasties will be provided later.