MPPSC MAINS 2017 Paper-I

Points to Remember: Gandhi’s initial opposition to Partition The escalating communal violence The role of the Muslim League and Jinnah Gandhi’s pragmatic approach to preventing further bloodshed His ultimate acceptance as a tragic compromise Introduction: The partition of India in 1947 remains one of the most traumatic events in modern history, resulting in widespread violence … Read more

Points to Remember: Arya Samaj’s contribution to the socio-religious reform movement. Its impact on the revival of Vedic traditions and Hindu identity. Its role in promoting education and social justice. Its involvement in nationalist movements and its limitations. The interplay between religious reform and political nationalism. Introduction: The Arya Samaj, founded by Swami Dayanand Saraswati … Read more

Points to Remember: Sher Shah Suri’s administrative reforms His military prowess and conquests His impact on the economy and infrastructure His social policies and their impact His limitations and shortcomings Introduction: Sher Shah Suri (1486-1545), a Pashtun Afghan, briefly ruled the majority of the Indian subcontinent from 1540 to 1545. While his reign was short-lived, … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical origin and patronage Subject matter and themes Artistic style and techniques Evolution and decline Significance and legacy Introduction: Malwa painting, a vibrant and relatively less-known school of Indian miniature painting, flourished primarily in the Malwa region of central India (present-day Madhya Pradesh and parts of Rajasthan) during the 17th and 18th … Read more

Points to Remember: The causes of the 1857 Revolt were multifaceted, encompassing religious, social, economic, and political grievances. The revolt lacked centralized leadership and unified goals, hindering its effectiveness. The participation of diverse groups, including sepoys, peasants, and princes, complicates its characterization. The historiography surrounding the event is diverse, with varying interpretations of its nature … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographical distribution of Buddhist sites in Madhya Pradesh. Architectural styles prevalent in these sites. Historical significance and the periods they represent. State of preservation and conservation efforts. Cultural and religious importance today. Introduction: Madhya Pradesh, located in central India, boasts a rich history deeply intertwined with Buddhism. The region served as a … Read more

Points to Remember: The Indian Independence Act of 1947 The role of the Indian National Congress (INC) The partition of India and Pakistan The impact of World War II The role of Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders The legacy of colonialism Introduction: India’s independence on August 15, 1947, marked the culmination of a long and … Read more

Points to Remember: The French social hierarchy (Ancien Régime). The Enlightenment’s influence on revolutionary ideas. Economic woes leading to widespread discontent. The role of the Third Estate. The immediate trigger: the summoning of the Estates-General. Introduction: The French Revolution (1789-1799) was a period of radical social and political upheaval in late 18th-century France. It fundamentally … Read more

Points to Remember: Environmental factors (climate change, river shifts) Internal factors (social unrest, resource depletion) External factors (invasion, trade disruptions) Gradual decline, not sudden collapse Ongoing debate and research Introduction: The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), also known as the Harappan Civilization, flourished in the northwestern region of the Indian subcontinent from approximately 3300 BCE to … Read more

Points to Remember: Raja Todarmal’s role as the chief financial advisor to Akbar. The Dahsala system’s impact on land revenue collection. The system’s features: assessment based on crop yield, periodic revisions, and fair revenue rates. Positive and negative aspects of the Dahsala system. Long-term impact on Mughal administration and economy. Introduction: The Dahsala system, a … Read more