Art and Culture 1. 40-million-year-old whale fossil stolen Context ● A 40-million-year-old whale ancestor fossil was stolen from Meghalaya, prompting police investigation and concerns over its preservation. Analysis of the news: The fossil is believed to be around 40 million years old and belongs to an ancestor of modern whales. It was discovered in a…
1. Jawaharlal Nehru Context ● Over the past decade, Jawaharlal Nehru has faced increasing criticism from the ruling government, with many blaming him for India’s present challenges. ● Some scholars, however, defend his legacy. Criticism of Nehru’s Leadership In 2014, Madhav Godbole, a former civil servant, wrote The God Who Failed: An Assessment of…
History 1. Deciphering Indus Valley Script Context Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced $1 million prize for deciphering the Indus Valley script. Analysis of the news: Overview of the Indus Valley Civilisation The IVC, also called the Harappan Civilisation, existed during the Bronze Age (3000-1500 BCE). Spanning over 1.5 million square kilometers, it…