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Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South.

Introduction The Pallavas of Kanchi, reigned from the 4th to the 9th centuries CE. Originating as feudatories of the Satavahanas, rulers like Mahendravarman I (600–630 CE) and Narasimhavarman I (630–668 CE) are particularly known for their significant contributions to art,...

Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period

Introduction The Vedic Period (c. 1500 BCE–500 BCE) in ancient India is divided into the Rig Vedic Period (c. 1500–1000 BCE) and the Later Vedic Period (c. 1000–500 BCE). This period saw significant shifts in society and economy shaping the...

All ideas having large consequences are always simple

7. All ideas having large consequences are always simple Approach  Introduce by providing the benefits of simple ideas, followed by meaning and context Philosophical Basis Examples of simple ideas having large, impactful consequences Antithesis: Not all impactful ideas are simple,...

NEARLY ALL MEN CAN STAND ADVERSITY, BUT TO TEST THE CHARACTER, GIVE HIM POWER

6. NEARLY ALL MEN CAN STAND ADVERSITY, BUT TO TEST THE CHARACTER, GIVE HIM POWER APPROACH-  Introduction -Analysing meaning of the quotation Explaining Significance of Power in individual’s character Context - From where does the quotation came Bridging quotation to...

Social media is triggering “Fear of Missing Out” amongst the youth, precipitating depression and loneliness

5. Social media is triggering “Fear of Missing Out” amongst the youth, precipitating depression and loneliness Approach Overview of the increasing use of social media among Indian youth. Introduction of FOMO as a psychological phenomenon, linked to the growth of...

The doubter is a true man of science

4. The doubter is a true man of science  Approach Introduce with a poem namely, the dance of reason to bring out the true essence of the topic. Provide a brief thesis and describe the meaning of the topic  The...

There is no path to happiness; Happiness is the path

3. There is no path to happiness; Happiness is the path Approach:  Introduction - explain what is happiness (subjective in nature) Or can start with an anecdote Bridge between introduction and body - Talk about many meanings of happiness.  Different...

The empires of the future will be the empires of the mind

2. The empires of the future will be the empires of the mind Decoding the topic: Core theme: Power of ideas/knowledge/technology to dominate and shape influence in the 21st century .  Traditional empires: Established by physical conquest, battles and war....

The cost of being wrong is less than the cost of doing nothing

8. The cost of being wrong is less than the cost of doing nothing Approach: Introduction with Thomas Edison’s Anecdote to bring out the essence of the topic. Bridge between introduction and body - Clarifying meaning of ‘being wrong’ and...

Essay on Forests precede civilizations and deserts follow them

1. Forests precede civilizations and deserts follow them Source: The essay topic is a quote by the French philosopher François-René de Chateaubriand. The phrase “Forests precede civilizations and deserts follow them” reflects the historical pattern of human development, where societies...