CGPCS Prelims and Mains Notes, CGPCS Test Series
Caste ,Class & Occupation The caste system is a classification of people into four hierarchically ranked castes called varnas. They are classified according to occupation and determine access to wealth, power, and privilege. The Brahmans, usually priests and scholars, are at the top. Next are the Kshatriyas, or political rulers and soldiers. They are followed … Read more Social Stratification – Caste and Class. Social Processes
CONSITITONAL PROVISIONS FOR SC & ST Constitutional History In the original Constitution, Article 338 provided for a special officer (the Commissioner for SCs and STs) responsible for monitoring the implementation of constitutional and legislative safeguards for SCs and STs and reporting to the president. Seventeen regional offices of the Commissioner were established throughout the country. … Read more CONSITITONAL PROVISIONS FOR Scheduled Tribes
Secularism India is a multi religious and multi cultural country from its known history.Greatness of our nation is highlighted by the unity in diversity maintained by various sections of Indian society. Secularism in the multi-cultural, multi-lingual and plural society of India a significant role to play in reducing religious conflicts and persecution, upholding human rights … Read more Religious tolerance and Secularism
Comparative Study of Indian and Western Philosophy Philosophy is the root of all knowledge. It is considered as mother of all sciences. Philosophy has interpreted man and his various activities in a comprehensive manner. It helps to coordinate the various activities of the individuals and the society. It helps us to understand the significance of … Read more Comparative Study of Indian and Western Philosophy- CGPCS Mains
Languages and Literature of Chhattisgarh Chhattisgarh Chhattisgarhi Language Origin and History In the Indian state of Chhattisgarh, Chhattisgarhi is the official language and it contains approximately 17.5 million speakers. Moreover it is an eastern Hindi language with very heavy vocabulary and linguistic features from Dravadian and Munda languages. Furthermore this language is known by … Read more Languages and Literature of Chhattisgarh
Fairs and festivals of Chhattisgarh 1 Bastar Dussehra As with the rest of India, Bastar celebrates Dassera. In fact, it is the region’s most important festival, and all the tribes participate in the 10-day event. But Dassera in Bastar is different from anywhere else. Here, instead of rejoicing over the triumphant return of Lord Rama … Read more Fairs and festivals of Chhattisgarh 1
Archaeological sites of Chattishgarh Malhar Malhar is a small town situated in Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India. It has archaeological significance. It is 40 km away from Bilaspur by road. In Malhar, many ancient temples have been found, such as the Pataleshwar temple, the Devri temple & the Dindeshwari temple. Ancient deposits and Jain memorials … Read more Archaeological sites of Chattishgarh
Awards of Chhattisgarh The ‘Rajya Alankaran’ (State-level felicitation awards) for 2016-17 The awards will be given during Rajyotsava’s concluding day ceremony at Naya Raipur. As per the list,Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh award for upliftment of Tribal and backward community was conferred to Sain Kumar of Dhamtari. Likewise, Gundadhur award for sports was given to Kumari … Read more Awards of Chhattisgarh
Tribal Social Organization: Marriage, Family, Clan, Youth Dormitories Ethnographic Profile Anthropologically, a tribe is a social group where members live in a common territory and possess a common dialect, uniform, social organization and maintained cultural homogeneity and a common ancestor. But as per these characteristics, it would be very difficult to locate many tribal groups … Read more Chhattisgarh Tribal Social Organization: Marriage, Family, Clan, Youth Dormitories
Mains Ornaments Popular in Tribes of Chhattisgarh and Special Tradition Chhattisgarh is well known for its rich cultural heritage that reflects various aspects of this beautiful state. Cultural life of Chhattisgarh comprises varied forms of traditional art and crafts, tribal dances, folk songs, regional festivals and fairs and amusing cultural fests. Mainly, Chhattisgarh is occupied … Read more Main Ornaments popular in tribes of Chhattisgarh