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Muradabad ki Pahadi |
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Quarrying Threatens Hampi |
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82nd Anniversary of the QIM |
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Jhumur Dance |
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Srinagar Joins the Prestigious World Craft Cities List |
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Muradabad ki Pahadi, a historical site located in Delhi, has gained attention recently. It is named after the 14th-century Sufi saint Syed Murad Ali and features two mosques from different historical periods, drawing interest from both historians and the local community.
Recently, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, located in the Vijayanagara district of Karnataka, has come under threat due to ongoing stone quarrying activities nearby. Environmentalists and tourists have expressed concerns regarding the adverse effects of these activities on the historical and ecological integrity of the site.
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Hampi:
The August Kranti Day, also recognized as August Revolution Day, is celebrated annually in India. In 2024, the country marks the 82nd anniversary of the Quit India Movement (QIM), which was launched in 1942 under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi.
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Lessons from QIM:
Significance of QIM:
The Quit India Movement (QIM) was a pivotal moment in India's quest for independence. Despite facing severe repression from British authorities, it inspired widespread public support, leading to mass protests and the establishment of parallel governments. QIM intensified the call for freedom, significantly hastening the end of British colonial rule in India.
Q. How did the Quit India Movement (QIM) propel the Indian National Movement to a point of no return, making complete independence inevitable?
The Assam government is preparing for a magnificent Jhumur dance performance featuring 8,000 artists from tea tribes.
Recently, Srinagar has achieved the distinction of being the fourth city in India to be recognized as a ‘World Crafts City’ by the World Craft Council (WCC). The other three Indian cities that hold this title are Jaipur, Malappuram, and Mysore. In 2021, Srinagar was also designated as a creative city within the UNESCO Creative City Network (UCCN), specifically for its contributions to crafts and folk arts.
In conclusion, Srinagar's recognition reflects its rich tradition of craftsmanship and its ongoing commitment to preserving and promoting these cultural practices.
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1. Muradabad ki Pahadi kya hai aur iski mahatvapurni kya hai? | ![]() |
2. Hampi par quarrying ka kya prabhav hai? | ![]() |
3. QIM ki 82vi vartaman ke avsar par kya ghatnayein ghatit hui? | ![]() |
4. Jhumur Dance kya hai aur iska itihas kya hai? | ![]() |
5. Srinagar ka World Craft Cities List mein shamil hone ka kya mahatva hai? | ![]() |