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Arts of Mauryan Period (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
The Arts of Mauryan Period are the surviving examples that provide valuable insights into the artistic achievements and cultural values of the Mauryan Empire. While many architectural and artistic creations from the Mauryan period have been lost over time, some notable examples provide insights into … [Read more...] about Arts of Mauryan Period (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
Arts of Indus Valley Civilization (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
In this post, let's see the arts of Indus Valley Civilisation as part of the Indian Culture notes based on the NCERT text ‘An Introduction to Indian Art’ – Part 1. A detailed note about the features, sites, society, religion etc. of Indus Valley Civilisation has already been published on this … [Read more...] about Arts of Indus Valley Civilization (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
Prehistoric Era Art – Rock Paintings (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
Indian Culture is a vast subject in which there are many sub-areas like art, architecture, sculpture, philosophy, science etc. Not all books on Indian culture and heritage in the market are reader-friendly. Then how can an aspirant study culture topics? We suggest aspirants start from the book … [Read more...] about Prehistoric Era Art – Rock Paintings (Indian Culture Series – NCERT)
How do States get revenue from the Center?
How do states get revenue from the Centre? Center-State finance is a confusing topic unless you have come across the above figure. Most of the states depend on the centre for the large chunk of their revenue. The devolution process was based on many complex formulae before. However, now things … [Read more...] about How do States get revenue from the Center?
Major Programs Under Central Assistance to States Plan: Budget 2015-16
The total plan outlay in the Union Budget is the sum of Central Plan and Central Assistance for State and UT plans. We have already covered the major programs under Central Plan in a separate article. Update: To learn the Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Central Sector Schemes as mentioned in the … [Read more...] about Major Programs Under Central Assistance to States Plan: Budget 2015-16