CGPSC MAINS 2021 Paper-3

Points to Remember: The Cabinet Mission’s primary goal was to devise a plan for the transfer of power in India. The Mission proposed a three-tiered structure for the Indian government. The Mission’s plan faced significant opposition from both the Congress and the Muslim League. The Mission’s failure contributed to the partition of India. Introduction: The … Read more

Points to Remember: Expansion of railway network Standardization of gauges Improved railway administration Financial investment in railways Impact on Indian economy and society Introduction: Lord Curzon (Viceroy of India, 1899-1905) inherited a rapidly expanding but fragmented Indian railway system. While railways had been instrumental in consolidating British rule and facilitating trade, inconsistencies in gauge, management, … Read more

Points to Remember: Limited Participation: The movement lacked widespread support across all sections of Indian society. Chauri Chaura Incident: This violent incident significantly impacted the movement’s momentum and led to Gandhi’s suspension of the movement. Class Differences: The movement failed to bridge the gap between different social classes and their varying aspirations. Lack of Clear … Read more

Points to Remember: Fairness and Equity: Sher Shah’s system aimed for a just distribution of tax burden. Accurate Measurement: Emphasis on precise land measurement for accurate revenue assessment. Efficient Collection: Streamlined revenue collection process to minimize corruption. Improved Agriculture: The system indirectly encouraged agricultural productivity. Centralized Administration: Strong central control over land revenue administration. Introduction: … Read more

Points to Remember: Chittu Pandey’s participation in the Indian freedom struggle. His methods of resistance. His impact and legacy. The limitations of available historical records. Introduction: The Indian freedom struggle was a multifaceted movement, encompassing various strategies and actors. While prominent leaders like Gandhi and Nehru are widely recognized, numerous unsung heroes played crucial roles. … Read more

Points to Remember: The Sutta Pitaka is one of the three main divisions of the Pali Canon, the Theravada Buddhist scriptures. It is primarily concerned with the teachings of the Buddha. It is divided into five Nikayas (collections). Introduction: The Sutta Pitaka, meaning “Basket of Discourses,” is a vast collection of Buddhist scriptures containing sermons, … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical boundaries of the Kanishka empire. Extent of political control vs. cultural influence. Evidence used to determine the empire’s boundaries (archaeological, literary, numismatic). Limitations in determining the precise extent. Introduction: Kanishka I, a Kushan emperor who reigned in the 1st or 2nd century CE, ruled over a vast and influential empire in … Read more

Points to Remember: Aryabhata’s contributions to astronomy were significant for their time and laid the groundwork for future advancements. His work focused on calculating planetary positions, the Earth’s rotation, and eclipses. His astronomical model, while geocentric, was remarkably accurate for its era. His work influenced subsequent Indian astronomical traditions and had some impact on the … Read more

Points to Remember: Revenue sources under the Maratha Empire. Tax collection methods and their efficiency. Impact of the taxation system on the economy and society. Comparison with other contemporary taxation systems. Introduction: The Maratha Empire (c. 1674-1818) controlled a vast territory in India, necessitating a robust and efficient taxation system to fund its administration, military, … Read more