Press and megazines of Andhra Pradesh

Press and megazines of Andhra Pradesh Some important newspapers and megazines published in Andhra Pradesh are as follows: Vaartha Vaartha is a Telugu newspaper headquartered in Hyderabad, India. Vaartha means “news” in Telugu. Vaartha was launched in 1996 with A.B.K Prasad as its first editor. It claimed to be the first Telugu daily in Telangana … Read more Press and megazines of Andhra Pradesh

Rise and growth of Socio-Religious-cultural – anti-caste

Eradication of Social and religious wrongs Eradication of Social and religious wrongs Social and Religious Issues Social issues (also social problem, social evil, and social conflict) refers to any undesirable condition that is opposed either by the whole society or by a section of the society. It is an unwanted social condition, often objectionable, the … Read more Rise and growth of Socio-Religious-cultural – anti-caste

Religious condition –emergence of religious movements

Religious condition –emergence of religious movements Buddhism is a world religion and is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, who is known as the Buddha (literally the Enlightened One or Awakened One). Siddhārtha Gautama was the historical founder of Buddhism. After asceticism and meditation, he discovered the Buddhist Middle Way—a path of moderation away … Read more Religious condition –emergence of religious movements

Distinction between Indus Civilization and Vedic Civilization

  Distinction between Indus Civilization and Vedic Civilization These two civilizations have not only played a major role in the development of ancient India, but have also left a lineage that still continues to shape our present Indian culture. Differences based on Following Major Headings PERIODICTY BASED DIFFERNENCES: Indus Valley Civilization: Till 20th century, historians … Read more Distinction between Indus Civilization and Vedic Civilization

Asafjahi Dynasty

Andhra Pradesh- Ashafjahi Dynasty Asaf Jahi Dynasty and seven generations of the family ruled the Deccan for 224 years upto 1948. During this period several buildings of archaeological and public importance were built. Notable among them are: Purani Haveli, Chow Mahalla Palace, Osmania University, Jubilee Hall, Assembly Building, Asifia Library, Osmania Hospital, High Court, and … Read more Asafjahi Dynasty

15.10.17 Andha Pradesh (APPSC) Daily Current Affairs

ANDHRA PRADESH   India’s Andhra Pradesh investigates planting of Monsanto’s unapproved GM cotton   One of India’s biggest cotton-growing states has formed a panel to investigate how 15 percent of the state’s cotton acreage has been planted with a non-approved genetically modified strain developed by Monsanto and may bring criminal charges.   Monsanto last year withdrew … Read more 15.10.17 Andha Pradesh (APPSC) Daily Current Affairs

Art Forms of Andhra Pradesh

Art Forms of Andhra Pradesh The art refers to the theory and physical expression of creativity found in human societies and cultures from Ancient Time in India. Major constituents of the arts include Literature – including poetry, novels and short stories, and epic poetry; Performing arts – among them music, dance, and theatre; and Visual … Read more Art Forms of Andhra Pradesh

Feudatory States in Andhra Pradesh

Feudatory States in Andhra Pradesh In Andra Pradesh Feudatory states emerged in medieval period, with many numbers of ruler and dynasties fighting with each other for rule and territorial expansion. The main reason for Feudatory state is to occupy the throne and extend their territories in vast regions of Andra Preadesh and nearby areas. There … Read more Feudatory States in Andhra Pradesh

Paintings of Andhra Pradesh

Paintings of Andhra Pradesh Indian paintings provide an artistic continuum that extends from the early civilization and culture to the present day. From being essentially religious in purpose in the beginning, Indian painting has evolved over the years to become a fusion of various cultures and traditions. The Indian painting was exposed to Greco-Roman as … Read more Paintings of Andhra Pradesh