Introduction to Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq Ghiyas-ud-Din Tughlaq was the founder of the Tughlaq Empire in India. For many years he served under Ala-ud-Din Khilji as the Warden of the Marches or the Governor of the Frontier Province. He was the son of a Turk Father and his mother was a Hindu Jat. He was earlier known as … Read more

Introduction to Islam The word Islam means submission to the will of Allah. The followers of Islam called Muslims believe that Quran is the true word of Allah. They believe the Quran was revealed to mankind through the medium of his Prophet and messenger, Muhammed, Islam came into being in the early seventh century in … Read more

Major South Indian Rivers This article contains brief description of all the major Rivers of South India. The West flowing rivers are Narmada, Tapti, Mahi, Sabarmati, Luni, etc. The East flowing Rivers are Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri, etc. A large number of the South Indian rivers are seasonal as they are miffed. Most of the … Read more

Shifting Cultivation refers to the form of cultivation where a large area is cultivated for few years and then abandoned for some time until the fertility of the land is restored naturally. Process: By the time of the sowing season the earth is covered with a layer of ashes. Then seeds are scattered, and rarely … Read more

Shri Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu was one of the foremost leaders of our freedom struggle. Through his dauntless courage and sacrifice he won widespread admiration. The people of Andhra Pradesh in particular, have derived much inspiration from his achievements as fighter, editor and political leader. Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, the first Chief Minister of the Andhra State … Read more

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A library is a collection of books. But it is not a book-shop, for it does not sell books. It is a temple of learning. In the past, people had to go to a teacher to learn from him. But how easy and cheap it is to get knowledge and wisdom today! Today you can … Read more

The Himalayan River System This article contains brief description of Major Rivers originating from the Himalayas such as River Ganga, Brahmaputra and Indus. The rivers of Northern India that originates from the Himalayas are very long. These rivers are perennial as they derive their water from rainfall as well as snow melt. But seasonal variation … Read more

Introduction: Man and all life forms on earth have evolved in a radiation environment. All non-living substances and generations of living beings are exposed to natural radiation. This is inevitable. The air we breathe, the water and beverages we drink, the food we eat are all parts of the same environment and contain radioactive materials, … Read more