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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
UGC NET History 2025: Top 20+ most repeated questions for UGC NET history paper preparation
UGC NET History 2025: The UGC NET History exam for 2025 is scheduled to be held from June 21 to June 30, 2025, as part of the National Testing Agency's (NTA) June session. This exam is important for candidates aspiring for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor eligibility in History. The official notification was released on April 16, 2025, with the application window open until May 7, 2025. Candidates preparing for the UGC NET History paper are advised to focus on important and frequently repeated questions, and review previous year papers. UGC NET History 2025 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme The UGC NET exam consists of two papers: Paper 1: General Aptitude (50 questions, 100 marks) Paper 2: Subject-specific History (100 questions, 200 marks) Both papers are objective-type, conducted in a single three-hour session. Importantly, there is no negative marking, allowing candidates to attempt all questions without penalty. Each correct answer carries 2 marks. Top Repeated UGC NET History Questions (2025) What are the main archaeological sources used in reconstructing ancient Indian history? Describe the origin, extent, and major sites of the Indus/Harappa Civilization. Discuss the features and significance of the Vedic and later Vedic periods. Explain the expansion of the state system during the Mahajanapadas period. What were the political and social institutions during the Vedic age? Outline the causes for the decline of the Indus Civilization. Discuss the emergence and characteristics of the Gupta-Vakataka age. Describe the rise and administration of Harsha and his times. Explain the dissolution of the Mauryan Empire and the emergence of regional powers. What were the main kingdoms in Deccan, South India, and Eastern India during the early medieval period? Discuss the trade and urbanization in early medieval India. Explain the growth and impact of Brahminical religions in medieval India. Describe the foundation and expansion of the Mughal Empire. What were the administrative reforms introduced by Sher Shah Suri? Discuss the rise of the Marathas and the foundation of Swaraj by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Explain the sources of medieval Indian history and their importance. Describe the role and impact of the Bhakti and Sufi movements in medieval India. Outline the causes and consequences of the Revolt of 1857. Discuss the expansion and commercialization of agriculture under British colonial rule. Explain the birth and early objectives of the Indian National Congress. Describe the Gandhian mass movements and their impact on the Indian freedom struggle. Discuss the scope and importance of objectivity and bias in historical writing. Explain the impact of Renaissance and Post-Modernism on history writing. What are the key features of the administrative system under the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughals? Describe the development of education and fine arts during the medieval period. Most Frequently Asked Questions in UGC NET History 2025 The most frequently asked questions in UGC NET History 2025 focus on key themes from ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history, as well as historiography and research methodology. (A) Sources of History and Historiography What are the main archaeological and literary sources for reconstructing ancient Indian history? Discuss the impact of Renaissance and Post-Modernism on historical writing. Explain objectivity and bias in history writing. (B) Ancient Indian History Describe the Indus Valley Civilization—its origin, extent, and decline. Explain the political and social institutions during the Vedic period. Discuss the rise and administration of the Mauryan Empire and its decline. Outline the Gupta Empire's achievements and administration. (C) Medieval Indian History Discuss the foundation and expansion of the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire. Explain the administrative reforms introduced by Sher Shah Suri. Describe the Bhakti and Sufi movements and their socio-cultural impact. Outline the rise of regional kingdoms and the Maratha Empire. (D) Modern Indian History Discuss the causes and consequences of the Revolt of 1857. Explain the economic policies and their impact under British colonial rule. Describe the formation and early objectives of the Indian National Congress. Discuss Gandhian mass movements and their role in the freedom struggle. (E) Research and Teaching Aptitude (Paper 1) Teaching methods and learner-centered approaches. Research ethics and qualitative vs quantitative research methods. Logical reasoning, data interpretation, and communication skills. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) basics relevant to teaching. Preparation Tips for UGC NET History 2025 Exam To prepare for UGC NET History 2025, candidates need to understand the full syllabus well. The exam has two papers, held together in three hours. Paper 1 tests general teaching and research skills. Paper 2 is all about History. It has 100 questions for 200 marks. The History syllabus is divided into ten main units. These include topics like archaeological sources, Indus Valley, and Vedic periods. Other key units are the Gupta Empire, Harsha's rule, and regional kingdoms like those in the Deccan and South India. Medieval history covers the Mughals, Marathas, and Vijayanagara. Modern history includes British rule, the 1857 Revolt, and Indian nationalism. There are also topics on historiography, the economy, society, and world history. Candidates should plan their study time wisely. They must focus more on important and frequently asked topics.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
Karnataka CET engineering seat scam brokers claim college managements not involved
Bengaluru: The brokers arrested for blocking engineering seats in CET-2024 testified that the college managements were not involved in the arrangement, states the chargesheet. A 5,000-page chargesheet was submitted to the court recently. It concluded that students were not admitted to the blocked seats for 2024, though option entries for 54 seats were made. Neither the students whose credentials were used nor the colleges knew about the scam, according to the brokers. However, police said they have not given a clean chit to the three colleges and their management as of now. "We have seized 17 mobile phones from the arrested persons. They have been sent to the forensic science laboratory for data retrieval. The reports are expected soon. If we come across clues on the communications made between the accused persons and the college staff, we will relaunch investigation in a new direction. The colleges have to answer us why there was communication between them and the accused persons," DCP-North Saidulu Adavat told STOI. The arrested are: Sri Harsha TM, 42, of JP Nagar III Phase; Prakash SR, 42, of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru; Ravishankar SC, 56, of Satanur in Kanakapura; Puneeth SL, 27, of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru; Shashikumar SK, 34; Purushottam R, 24, of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru; Avinash BS, 36, of Yeshwanthapur; Tilak R, 60, of Sheshadripuram; M Naushad Alam, 42, and his brother M Dilshad Alam, 33, of BTM Layout; Mohan Kumar VS, 38, of Vaddanahalli in Tumakuru; and Lavakesh Kumar B, 32, of Yelahanka Satellite Town. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo According to police, Harsha is the kingpin and masterminded the scam by roping in Avinash BS, a staffer from KEA. The Alam brothers and Lavakesh Kumar worked as brokers. The remaining individuals carried out the task of finding students who could pay for the seats. They were assigned by Harsha and Avinash. Probe revealed that Harsha allegedly was involved in similar seat blocking in other states. The key to seat blocking lies in the fact that the consensual agreement between the state govt and Karnataka Unaided Private Engineering Colleges' Association (KUPECA) allows seats that are left vacant at the end of the CET counselling to be converted to management seats. Those seats are filled by the managements without considering merit. The modus operandi is to keep these seats blocked until the last round by making a student opt for them and then not turn up for admissions in the colleges. Harsha would identify students who secured high ranks in national-level entrances like Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains, JEE Advanced, and NEET. KEA staffer Avinash procured their CET registration numbers. Certain that these students would not participate in CET counselling, the brokers used their credentials for option entry and blocking seats in these colleges. According to the chargesheet, Avinash sourced at least 30 students' credentials. The brokers took rooms in hotels in various places in and around Karnataka, including Goa, Davanagere, Chikkamagaluru, Hoskote, and Majestic, among others. They entered the option entries from these lodges, which they vacated in a day. The Karnataka Examination Authority soon discovered anomalies in the option entry. The mobile numbers and email IDs of the registered candidates were different from those used for the option-entry process. Some of the IP addresses used in entering these option entries were the same. When news spread about seat blocking, the accused burnt laptops and mobiles used for option entry. The accused were taken to the respective lodges where the remains of the gadgets were sourced and sent to FSL for further investigation. The students whose names and credentials were misused were also ignorant about this. Around 83 students were questioned by the team regarding this, all of whom said they were unaware of the incident. Twenty students made voluntary statements before the court saying that their names and credentials were misused by the brokers.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
CET engg seat scam brokers claim college managements not involved
Bengaluru: The brokers arrested for blocking engineering seats in CET-2024 testified that the college managements were not involved in the arrangement, states the chargesheet. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A 5,000-page chargesheet was submitted to the court recently. It concluded that students were not admitted to the blocked seats for 2024, though option entries for 54 seats were made. Neither the students whose credentials were used nor the colleges knew about the scam, according to the brokers. However, police said they have not given a clean chit to the three colleges and their management as of now. "We have seized 17 mobile phones from the arrested persons. They have been sent to the forensic science laboratory for data retrieval. The reports are expected soon. If we come across clues on the communications made between the accused persons and the college staff, we will relaunch investigation in a new direction. The colleges have to answer us why there was communication between them and the accused persons," DCP-North Saidulu Adavat told STOI. The arrested are: Sri Harsha TM, 42, of JP Nagar III Phase; Prakash SR, 42, of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru; Ravishankar SC, 56, of Satanur in Kanakapura; Puneeth SL, 27, of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru; Shashikumar SK, 34; Purushottam R, 24, of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru; Avinash BS, 36, of Yeshwanthapur; Tilak R, 60, of Sheshadripuram; M Naushad Alam, 42, and his brother M Dilshad Alam, 33, of BTM Layout; Mohan Kumar VS, 38, of Vaddanahalli in Tumakuru; and Lavakesh Kumar B, 32, of Yelahanka Satellite Town. According to police, Harsha is the kingpin and masterminded the scam by roping in Avinash BS, a staffer from KEA. The Alam brothers and Lavakesh Kumar worked as brokers. The remaining individuals carried out the task of finding students who could pay for the seats. They were assigned by Harsha and Avinash. Probe revealed that Harsha allegedly was involved in similar seat blocking in other states. The key to seat blocking lies in the fact that the consensual agreement between the state govt and Karnataka Unaided Private Engineering Colleges' Association (KUPECA) allows seats that are left vacant at the end of the CET counselling to be converted to management seats. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Those seats are filled by the managements without considering merit. The modus operandi is to keep these seats blocked until the last round by making a student opt for them and then not turn up for admissions in the colleges. Harsha would identify students who secured high ranks in national-level entrances like Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains, JEE Advanced, and NEET. KEA staffer Avinash procured their CET registration numbers. Certain that these students would not participate in CET counselling, the brokers used their credentials for option entry and blocking seats in these colleges. According to the chargesheet, Avinash sourced at least 30 students' credentials. The brokers took rooms in hotels in various places in and around Karnataka, including Goa, Davanagere, Chikkamagaluru, Hoskote, and Majestic, among others. They entered the option entries from these lodges, which they vacated in a day. The Karnataka Examination Authority soon discovered anomalies in the option entry. The mobile numbers and email IDs of the registered candidates were different from those used for the option-entry process. Some of the IP addresses used in entering these option entries were the same. When news spread about seat blocking, the accused burnt laptops and mobiles used for option entry. The accused were taken to the respective lodges where the remains of the gadgets were sourced and sent to FSL for further investigation. The students whose names and credentials were misused were also ignorant about this. Around 83 students were questioned by the team regarding this, all of whom said they were unaware of the incident. Twenty students made voluntary statements before the court saying that their names and credentials were misused by the brokers.
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First Post
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
'Sanjay Leela Bhansali's music moves me more than his movies,' says NJ Got Talent 2024 winner Harsha Prabhaharan
Turning her admiration to contemporary times, she praised Arijit Singh, remarked how Arijit's voice has the magical ability to soothe the mind and heal the soul, highlighting his power to connect deeply with listeners across generations. read more Harsha Prabhaharan, the young singing sensation from New Jersey, is making waves after winning the coveted title of New Jersey's Got Talent 2024. In a lively, insightful rapid-fire with Faridoon Shahryar, Harsha shared some truly refreshing thoughts, none more striking than her views on Bollywood maestro Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Opening up candidly, Harsha said, 'I actually like Sanjay Leela Bhansali more as a music composer than a filmmaker. His compositions are so heartfelt and his songs are so well picturised. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD While she acknowledged Bhansali's brilliance as a filmmaker known for grand visuals and emotionally charged stories, she emphasized that it's his musical compositions that resonate more deeply with her, melodies that linger and gently touch the soul. During the conversation, Harsha also named the late Lata Mangeshkar and Arijit Singh as her greatest musical inspirations. Speaking with deep reverence, she described the legendary Lata Mangeshkar as 'A Singing Godddess, a divine being in human form, blessing the world through her voice.' Harsha's words reflected the awe and devotion many feel toward the late Bharat Ratna awardee. Turning her admiration to contemporary times, she praised Arijit Singh, remarked how Arijit's voice has the magical ability to soothe the mind and heal the soul, highlighting his power to connect deeply with listeners across generations. With a voice full of emotion, opinions rooted in sincerity, and an unshakable passion for music, Harsha Prabhakaran is more than just a titleholder, she is an artist poised to make a lasting mark on the global stage.
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Emergency response preparedness tested during civil defence drill in Mysuru
Tension gripped the Mysuru palace grounds on Friday evening as an unidentified aircraft was 'sighted in restricted airspace,' followed by a series of explosions, triggering an emergency response from the authorities. As plumes of smoke emanated from the fire, sirens blared through the air, alerting the general public while security personnel swept in to take control of the situation. And it was meant to be just that: a test of the security personnel's preparedness to handle a crisis due to tensions and the outbreak of hostilities (since suspended following a ceasefire) between India and Pakistan. The drill - Operation Abhyas - was designed and the scenario simulated in a manner to test the efficacy of all players in the district administration who will be on the forefront during a real-life crisis. Hence, the 'first sign of trouble' was noticed by the Air Traffic Control (ATC), which detected suspicious aerial movement over the palace area and swiftly alerted both the district and police control rooms. At 4.36 p.m., the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Harsha received the alert and immediately initiated a city-wide emergency response, warning of potential threats to several key installations including Infosys, CFTRI, HPCL, IOCL, and BPCL. Soon after, sirens echoed signalling a high-alert situation. The simulated scenario included sighting of an aircraft, explosions near the clock tower, collapse of a wall to indicate structural damage, while there were signs of casualties at the spot. The emergency units were quickly mobilised, and medical, police, fire, and bomb disposal teams were activated. Meanwhile, ACP Rajendra secured the area, enabling the bomb squad to conduct inspections before issuing an 'all clear' signal. While fire at a corner of the palace was brought under control, rescue efforts were launched, and about 100 home guards 'assisted the injured.' Medical teams entered through the Jayarama and Balarama gates, established a temporary triage area, and transported the injured to hospitals, while the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation buses evacuated other personnel and bystanders to safety zones. A one-minute continuous siren indicated that the 'crisis' was brought under control, marking the end of the drill. Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy said the drill was conducted to test the preparedness, response time, and coordination of various departments during rescue and evacuation in any emergency, and nearly 500 personnel were involved in it.
