MPPSC MAINS 2019 Paper-I

Points to Remember: Dadabhai Naoroji’s Drain of Wealth Theory British exploitation of India Economic impact of colonialism Methodology and criticisms of the theory Introduction: Dadabhai Naoroji, a prominent Parsi intellectual and nationalist leader, is renowned for his pioneering work on the economic exploitation of India under British rule. His “Drain of Wealth” theory, articulated most … Read more

Points to Remember: Krishnadevaraya’s reign (1509-1529) as the Vijayanagara emperor. His patronage of Telugu and Sanskrit literature. His support for various art forms like architecture, sculpture, and music. The flourishing of arts and culture during his reign. The impact of his patronage on the cultural landscape of South India. Introduction: Krishnadevaraya’s reign marks a golden … Read more

Points to Remember: The Constituent Assembly Drafting Committee Sources of the Constitution Key features incorporated Debates and disagreements during the framing process Adoption and enforcement Introduction: The Indian Constitution, the longest written constitution in the world, came into effect on January 26, 1950. Its framing was a monumental task, reflecting the aspirations of a newly … Read more

Points to Remember: Dravidian style of architecture Regional variations within South India Influence of religion, rulers, and societal changes Key features: Gopuram, Vimana, Mandapas Evolution over centuries Introduction: South Indian temple architecture, a testament to centuries of artistic and engineering prowess, represents a distinct style known as the Dravidian style. Unlike the Nagara style prevalent … Read more

Points to Remember: Razia Sultan’s rule as the first and only female Sultan of the Delhi Sultanate. Her challenges in a patriarchal society. Her administrative and military reforms. The factors leading to her downfall. Her lasting legacy. Introduction: Razia Sultan (c. 1205-1240 CE) remains a controversial yet fascinating figure in Indian history. The daughter of … Read more

Points to Remember: Limited textual evidence hinders definitive conclusions. Archaeological findings provide primary insights. Interpretations vary among scholars. Focus on material culture and its symbolic meaning. Consideration of potential ritual practices. Introduction: The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), flourishing from approximately 3300 to 1300 BCE, remains a captivating enigma. While its sophisticated urban planning and technological … Read more

Points to Remember: Long-term impact on the political landscape of Persia and Greece. Cultural fusion and diffusion. Economic consequences of conquest and subsequent rule. Social changes Join Our Telegram Channel Subscribe on YouTube resulting from the interaction of different cultures. Lasting legacy on military strategies and administration. Introduction: Alexander the Great’s invasion of Persia (334-323 … Read more

Points to Remember: Enlightenment philosophy’s impact on French society. The role of intellectuals and their writings in fueling revolutionary sentiment. Economic inequalities and the limitations of the Ancien Régime. The influence of specific intellectual movements like the Physiocrats and the Encyclopedists. Introduction: The French Revolution of 1789, a watershed moment in European history, was not … Read more

Points to Remember: Militarism: The excessive growth of armies and navies and the glorification of military power. Alliances: A system of interlocking treaties that Subscribe on YouTube Join Our Telegram Channel obligated nations to defend one another, escalating small conflicts. Imperialism: Competition for colonies and resources fueled tensions between European powers. Nationalism: Intense patriotism and … Read more

Points to Remember: Bhoomija’s core concept: A system for land record management. Key features: Digitalization, transparency, and citizen access. Benefits: Reduced land disputes, efficient land administration. Challenges: Implementation hurdles, technological dependence, data security. Introduction: Bhoomija, in its broadest sense, refers to digital land record management systems implemented across various regions, primarily in India. While there … Read more