History in News for UPSC Prelims 2025 Examination

News: The Archaeological Survey of India recently discovered one of first rock grooves in Kanniyakumari district which were created during the neolithic age. Neolithic age About Neolithic age The term Neolithic has been derived from two Latin words. ‘Neo’ meaning New and ‘lithic’ meaning stone, hence Neolithic period is also known as New Stone Age.… Continue reading Neolithic age

News– This article, published in the Indian Express, explores the mango- cherished across South Asia for millennia—for its cultural, political, and culinary significance, from Buddha’s parables to Mughal orchards. Mango: Chemistry, Culture & History About Mango’s Chemistry and Aroma Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are responsible for the characteristic aroma of mangoes. Key VOCs include: Esters… Continue reading Mango: Chemistry, Culture & History

News: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has asked archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna, who unearthed an ancient civilisation in Keezhadi near Madurai, to resubmit his report about the excavation after making necessary corrections for taking further action. Keezhadi Excavations About Keezhadi Excavations Location: This site is located near the town of Keezhadi in Sivaganga district, Tamil… Continue reading Keezhadi Excavations

News: The traditionally built ‘ancient stitched ship’ inducted into the Indian navy as INSV Kaundinya. About INSV Kaundinya INSV Kaundinya is a stitched sail ship, based on a 5th century CE ship depicted in the paintings of Ajanta Caves. Project: The project was initiated through a tripartite agreement signed in Jul 2023 between the Ministry… Continue reading INSV Kaundinya

News: The 2025 Shirui Lily festival is being held in the backdrop of ongoing ethnic tensions between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities that began in May 2023. Shirui Lily Festival. About the Shirui Lily Festival The Shirui Lily Festival is a state-organised tourism festival held annually in Ukhrul district, Manipur. It is organised by the… Continue reading Shirui Lily Festival

News: The Jharkhand High Court has recently directed the state government to increase deployment of home guard constables around the Parasnath Hills (Giridih district) to prevent the sale of non-vegetarian food and ensure the preservation of the sanctity of the area, amid renewed tension between the Jain and Adivasi communities. Parasnath Hill About Parasnath Hill… Continue reading Parasnath Hill

News: On May 14, 2025, the Supreme Court asked a committee formed by the Madras High Court to identify Agamic temples in Tamil Nadu within three months. It ordered that no priest appointments be made in these temples until the process is complete. The next hearing is in September 2025. Agamic Temples and Supreme Court’s… Continue reading Agamic Temples and Supreme Court’s Direction

News: Art Deco style, first seen at the 1925 Paris Exposition, reached Madras nearly a decade later, after arriving in India through Bombay with the Syndicate Bank building in 1932. Art Deco Style. About Art Deco Style It emerged in Western Europe in the 1910s–1920s and flourished in the United States during the 1930s. The… Continue reading Art Deco Style

News: Ministry of Culture takes steps to halt auction of Piprahwa relics by Sotheby’s Hong Kong. Piprahwa Relics of Buddha. About Piprahwa Relics of Buddha These are the Buddha’s relics which were excavated from the Piprahwa Stupa in present-day Uttar Pradesh — widely recognised as the ancient city of Kapilavastu, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.… Continue reading Piprahwa Relics of Buddha

News: The Satavahana-era inscriptions found in Peddapalli District of Telangana. About Satavahana Dynasty The Satavahana dynasty was a prominent ancient Indian dynasty that ruled large parts of the Deccan region from the 1st century BCE to early 3rd century AD. Founder: Simuka is regarded as the founder of the Satavahana dynasty. Capital: Pratishthana (Paithan) Expanse:… Continue reading Satavahana Dynasty

News: A rare inscription dating back to the time of Vikramaditya I of the Badami Chalukya dynasty has been unearthed at Madapura Lake in Nyamati taluk of Davangere district. Vikramaditya I of the Badami Chalukyas. About Vikramaditya I of the Badami Chalukyas He was the son of Pulakeshin II, one of the most illustrious Chalukya… Continue reading Vikramaditya I of the Badami Chalukyas

News: The Maharashtra government has reclaimed the iconic sword of Maratha warrior Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I at an auction in London. About Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I Raghuji Bhosale I (also spelt Raghoji Bhonsle) was a Maratha ruler and military commander born in 1695. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Maratha Empire… Continue reading Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I

News: The Golconda Blue diamond – “among the rarest and most important…ever discovered throughout history”, has been expected to fetch $35 million to $50 million at an auction in Geneva on May 14. About Golconda Blue It is a legendary 23.24-carat fancy vivid blue diamond, renowned for its exceptional clarity, rich blue hue, and royal… Continue reading Golconda Blue

News- Historian MGS Narayanan, a pivotal figure behind the Muziris Heritage Project (MHP), was remembered in the Kerala State Assembly. Ancient Muziris Port. About Ancient Muziris Port Location: It was located on the Malabar Coast in present-day Kerala. Historical Period: It was active from around the 1st century BCE to the early medieval period. Historical… Continue reading Ancient Muziris Port

News: Taliban change tune towards heritage sites, including pre-Islamic relics, in Afghanistan. About Bamiyan Buddhas The Buddhas of Bamiyan were two monumental size statues, standing at 115 and 174 feet tall, carved into the sandstone cliffs of the Bamiyan valley in Hazarajat region of central Afghanistan. The larger of the two statues, represented the Buddha… Continue reading Bamiyan Buddhas

News– The Kokborok Sahitya Parishad has appealed for the inclusion of Kokborok in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. Kokborok Language. About Kokborok Language It is the native language of the Borok people, commonly known as Tripuris. It is spoken as a mother tongue by several indigenous communities such as: Debbarma (Tripuri) Reang, Jamatia,… Continue reading Kokborok Language

News: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi hailed the inclusion of the Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register as a global recognition of our timeless wisdom and rich culture. Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.   About the Memory of the World (MOW) Program It is a… Continue reading Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register

News: The Prime Minister’s tribute acknowledged Sankaran Nair’s fearless voice against British tyranny on the 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Sir Sankaran Nair. About Sir Sankaran Nair He was a prominent Indian jurist, social reformer, and nationalist known for his contributions to the Indian freedom struggle and for advocating civil rights under British rule.… Continue reading Sir Sankaran Nair

News: The Prime Minister Modi recently visited the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple at the historic city of Anuradhapura. Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Tree. About Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Tree Location: It is situated in the historic city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is considered the oldest living cultivated plant in the world. It is believed… Continue reading Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Tree

News: Kannadippaya recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is the first tribal handicraft product from Kerala to receive such an honour. About Kannadippaya Kannadippaya is a traditional tribal handicraft from Kerala. The name Kannadippaya literally means “mirror mat”, which refers to the mat’s unique reflective surface that resembles a mirror.  It is handcrafted from… Continue reading Kannadippaya

News: A set of copper plates dating back to early 15th Century from the reign of Devaraya I of the Sangama Dynasty were unveiled by Falcon Coins Gallery with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Sangama Dynasty. About Sangama Dynasty Founded by: By two brothers, Harihara I and Bukka Raya I in 1336, who were… Continue reading Sangama Dynasty

News- Adivasis in Jharkhand and the broader Chhotanagpur region will celebrate the arrival of the new year and spring season with the Sarhul festival soon. About Sarhul Festival Sarhul, literally “worship of the Sal tree”, is among the most revered Adivasi festivals. It signifies nature worship and marks the arrival of spring. Sarhul also symbolizes… Continue reading Sarhul Festival

News- The Chief Minister of Maharashtra described the Third Battle of Panipat as a symbol of Maratha valor during a discussion in the State Assembly. Third Battle of Panipat (1761). About Third Battle of Panipat (1761) The Third Battle of Panipat, fought on 14 January 1761, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of… Continue reading Third Battle of Panipat (1761)

News– The government is planning the revival of another ancient center of learning in Bihar—Vikramshila University. About Vikramshila University Location:- It was located in Bhagalpur, Bihar, along the banks of the Ganges River. Founder: It was established by King Dharmapala of the Pala Dynasty in the late 8th to early 9th century AD. It was… Continue reading Vikramshila University

News- March 19 commemorates the anniversary of the PEPSU Muzhara movement, a significant agrarian struggle in Punjab. PEPSU Muzhara Movement. About PEPSU Muzhara Movement It was an agrarian struggle led by landless tenant farmers (muzharas) in Punjab. It aimed at land ownership rights against feudal landlords (biswedars). It was originated in the 1930s, intensified post-independence… Continue reading PEPSU Muzhara Movement