After the Dutch East India Company was liquidated, its possessions in Indonesia were taken over by the Dutch government. After Japanese occupation ended in 1945, the Indonesians declared independence, led by Sukarno. The Dutch finally accepted in 1949, and Sukarno became the country’s first pre...
Every Indian heart fills with pride when we see the National Flag unfurling on Republic Day. 26th January brings out the patriot in us but not everybody knows how much significance the day holds for us. So, here are some facts about Republic Day that every Indian must be aware of: 1. ...
Millions of Muslims migrated at the time of independence to either West or East Pakistan (the latter became Bangladesh in 1971), but huge numbers also remained behind. Today, the only Muslim-majority areas of India are the Kashmir valley, and the tiny Indian Ocean territory of Lakshadweep. ...
Indian Independence Day and Republic Day Two national holidays celebrate patriotism in India: Independence Day and Republic Day. Independence Day is observed with parades and lots of flag waving on August 15 every year. India may have achieved independence in 1947, however, the British were still ...
Indian government and economy India’s parliamentary government was inherited from the British. After independence in 1947, one party, the Congress Party, and one family, the Nehru family, dominated politics in India for decades. Now, however, many parties compete for elected positions. India’s...
ans. in india, british raj came to an end in 1947 at the time of indian independence. aspirants can find complete information about upcoming government exams through the linked article. more exam-related preparation materials will be found through the links given below related links upsc mains ...
In 1931, Gandhi was heavily involved in India�s fight for independence from the British government's rule over the Indian people. And rightfully so, he was welcomed to several Round Table Conferences. Gandhi was well-known for austere living at all times. It was shocking to many to see ...
Dedicated to the Indian Independence movement leader,Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Statue of Unity is slated for an inauguration on 31st October 2018 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sardar Patel, who was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India post independence, was also known as the ‘Iron Ma...
National Days: India has three national days: Republic Day, Independence Day and Gandhi's Birthday! India celebrates the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's birthday on 2 October as India's 'Father of the Nation' was born on this day in 1869. Gandhi led the Indian people into independence from...
12. His Indian Audience Was Unhappy The Drumcame out in 1938, at the peak of the Indian Independence Movement. And guess what? Its plot—and specifically Sabu’s role—stoked intense controversy in the actor’s homeland. Sabu’s portrayal of an Indian prince so enamored by the British went...