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UGC-NTA NET Political Science – Jaya Prakash Narayan

Jaya Prakash Narayan, commonly known as JP, was a prominent Indian political leader and social reformer. He played a vital role in India’s struggle for independence and was...

November 27, 2015

New Social Movements in Comparative Political Analysis

New Social Movements (NSMs) have gained prominence since the late 20th century. They differ from traditional movements, which primarily focused on economic class struggles. NSMs address contemporary issues...

November 22, 2015

Indian Political Thought: M.N. Roy

Manabendra Nath Roy, commonly known as M.N. Roy, was figure in Indian political thought and activism. Born on March 21, 1887, in Bengal, India, he played a vital...

October 11, 2015

UGC-NTA NET Political Science – Political Theory – Ecologism

Ecologism is a political ideology that prioritises ecological balance and environmental sustainability. It argues that the protection of the environment is crucial for the well-being of society. This...

May 19, 2015

Cyberactivism in India- T.M. Ladwa

Activism has long been the mobilization of people for political rights, fighting the social issues like suppression, untouchability, racism, fascism, poverty, hunger, environmental degradation, terrorism or any other...

June 30, 2012

May 21: Anti-Terrorism Day Observed

May 21, the death anniversary of ex-PM of India, Shri Rajiv Gandhi is also observed as Anti Terrorism Day all over the country. It was on May 21,...

May 23, 2012

President visits Phoenix Settlement, Durban

During her recent visit to South Africa, President Pratibha Patil visited the Phoenix Settlement. Phoenix Settlement: Founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1904 on the north-western edge of Durban,...

May 11, 2012

Gandhian Jharna Jhara honoured with Peace and Harmony Award

Veteran Gandhian of Bangladesh Ms Jharna Jhara honoured with Chaudhary Ranbir Singh International Peace and Harmony Award. The award was given last time to well-known Gandhian Dr S...

January 9, 2012

Current Affairs : January 6, 2012

Election Commission takes various steps for effective implementation of Model Code of Conduct The Uttar Pradesh Government has been asked to transfer 259 Block Development Officers in view...

January 6, 2012

“Occupy Wall Street” Movement

Thousands of protesters occupied New York City’s Times Square, buoyed by a day of demonstrations around the world in support of their month long campaign against corporate greed....

December 28, 2011

Dalai Lama to be awarded ‘Mahatma Gandhi International Award for Peace’

Dalai Lama to receive the Mahatma Gandhi International Award for Peace . Ela Gandhi, granddaughter of Mahatma Gandhi declared the Award in Johannesburg on the occasion of Gandhi...

December 7, 2011

Current Affairs : November 13, 2011

Gandhian Jharna Jhara honoured with Peace and Harmony Award Veteran Gandhian of Bangladesh Ms Jharna Jhara honoured with Chaudhary Ranbir Singh International Peace and Harmony Award. The award...

November 13, 2011