Portuguese in India

Portuguese in India A Brief History

Fast Facts Portuguese Presence in India: 1505 – 1961 Portuguese East India Company: 1628 – 1633 Portuguese Capitals in India: Cochin (1505 – 1530), Old Goa (1530 – 1843), Nova Goa (1843 – 1961) Political Structure: Colony Portuguese Viceroys in India 1505–1509 Francisco de Almeida (first) 1896 Afonso, Duke of Porto (last) Portuguese Governor-generals in…

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Ganga Map Drainage System The Ganga and Bhramputra River System

Drainage System The Ganga and Brahmaputra River System

Some important tributaries and their characteristic features: The Brahmaputra River System: Northern Plains of India Indian Geography Important Topic Major River System in India- Indian Geography Basic Terminology used for the study of rivers UPSC IAS 2021 INDIAN GEOGRAPHICAL REGIONS AND SOURCES World Water Day on March 22 : Important Topics for UPSC Exams Click…

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Top 10 Must Read Books for UPSC IAS Aspirants

Top 10 Must Read Books for UPSC IAS Aspirants

Aspiring to become a civil servant and serve the nation is a noble endeavor. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) IAS exam is one of the most prestigious and challenging examinations in India. To succeed in this competitive journey, aspirants need to be well-prepared and equipped with the right knowledge. One effective way to gain…

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The Himalayas Important Topic For UPSC Mains

The Himalayas Important Topic For UPSC Mains Indian states involved: Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, West Bengal Origin: Classification of Himalayas: It can be classified as: Longitudinal classification of Himalayas: The Trans Himalayas:      The Greater Himalayas: The Lesser Himalayas: The Outer Himalayas: Regional/Transverse Classification of Himalayas Passes through…

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