Portuguese European colonies in India European colonies in India: When Vasco da Gama reached India on May 27, 1498, he was welcomed by the Zamorin of Calicut. On the persuasion of the Portuguese, the Zamorin allowed them to live and trade in his kingdom. The Arab traders did not like the arrival of the Portuguese … Read more
Objective The main objective of the present episode is to acquaint the readers with the revolt of 1857 AD. Under this, the causes of the rebellion, its expansion, its leadership with special reference to Kunwar Singh, the suppression of the rebellion, the reasons for the failure of the rebellion and its consequences will be discussed. … Read more
Objectives The superiority of Akbar among the Indian Mughal rulers is undeniable. In fact, he is counted among the great rulers of the world. The purpose of this lesson is to discuss the various conquests made by Akbar the Great from the early life of Akbar the Great till his entry into India, his tenure … Read more
HISTORY BEER: The nature of fermentation was probably revealed to our ancestors by pure accident. Someone left probably half chewed barley in closed dish, still moist, ate the left over few days later and found himself delightful after having it. As civilization advanced, the preparation of such beverages too advanced. China In China Confucius and … Read more
Flowering Plants: From the tiny grass to the tall neem, from the prickly cactus to the floating lotus. from the bushy China rose to the climbing gourd, plants are of many types. In this chapter, we will discuss only those plants which bear flowers, or flowering plants. There are many plants. like ferns, mosses, pines … Read more