CGPSC MAINS 2023 Paper-3

Points to Remember: The Indian Constitution divides legislative powers between the Union and the States through three lists: Union List, State List, and Concurrent List. Parliament’s power over State List subjects is limited but exists under specific circumstances outlined in the Constitution. These powers are crucial for national integration, emergency situations, and addressing national concerns … Read more

Points to Remember: Garud Chakra’s core function: A rapid response mechanism for disaster relief. Key stakeholders: NDRF, SDRF, and other relevant agencies. Operational aspects: Deployment, coordination, and resource mobilization. Strengths and limitations: Effectiveness and challenges in implementation. Future improvements: Enhancements for better disaster response. Introduction: Garud Chakra is not a widely known or established term … Read more

Points to Remember: Significance of Champaran Satyagraha as a precursor to India’s Independence movement. Gandhi’s innovative approach to Satyagraha, combining non-violent resistance with legal and social strategies. Impact on the socio-economic conditions of the peasants in Champaran. Long-term consequences of the Satyagraha on the Indian National Congress and the freedom struggle. Introduction: The Champaran Satyagraha … Read more

Points to Remember: Sixteen Mahajanapadas existed during the Mahajanapada period (c. 6th century BCE – 4th century BCE). The term “republic” in this context refers to oligarchic or aristocratic systems, not modern representative democracies. Information about their governance is limited and often inferred from archaeological findings and textual sources like Buddhist and Jain texts. Introduction: … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical Location: Precise location and surrounding environment. Founding & Patronage: Details about the founders, royal patronage, and periods of flourishing. Curriculum & Teaching Methodology: Subjects taught, teaching styles, and scholarly contributions. Student Body & Faculty: Diversity of students, prominent teachers, and their influence. Decline & Destruction: Reasons for the decline and eventual … Read more

Points to Remember: Chronology: Sangam literature spans roughly from 300 BCE to 300 CE. Geographic Location: Primarily composed in the Tamil region of South India. Genres: Includes poems (akaval), narratives (urai), and anthologies (pattu). Themes: Explores love, war, nature, and social life. Language: Primarily in Tamil, showcasing its rich vocabulary and grammatical structure. Significance: Provides … Read more

Points to Remember: Dara Shukoh’s intellectual pursuits and religious tolerance. His political ambitions and conflict with Aurangzeb. His patronage of arts and culture. His legacy and lasting impact on Indian history. Introduction: Dara Shukoh (c. 1615 – 1659), the eldest son of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, holds a significant, albeit often overlooked, place in Indian … Read more

Points to Remember: Janmejaya’s reign and its historical context. His contributions to Vedic scholarship and religious practices. His role in the political landscape of his time. The limitations and controversies surrounding his legacy. Introduction: Janmejaya (also known as Parikshit’s grandson) was a king of the Kuru dynasty in ancient India, belonging to the Bharata lineage. … Read more

Points to Remember: Causes: Socio-economic grievances, oppressive zamindari system, and religious tensions. Participants: Primarily tribal communities of the Lingagiri region. Methods: Armed rebellion, guerilla warfare. Outcome: Suppression by the colonial government, lasting impact on tribal communities. Significance: Highlights the resistance against colonial rule and the exploitation of marginalized communities. Introduction: The Lingagiri Revolt, a lesser-known … Read more

Points to Remember: Gopal Mishra’s notable creations (at least two are required). Brief descriptions of each creation. The impact or significance of each creation. Introduction: Gopal Mishra is not a widely known public figure with readily available information on specific “creations” in the way a prolific artist or inventor might be. The term “creation” itself … Read more