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Towards the formation of Telangana State (1991-2014)

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The formation of the state of Telangana is a significant chapter in India's political and social history. The movement, which spans over several decades, culminated in the creation of the 29th state of India on June 2, 2014. Here's a narration of the story from 1991 to 2014, covering key leaders, agitations, government interventions, and major milestones. Background (Pre-1991): The demand for a separate Telangana state traces back to 1956 when the Telugu-speaking region of Telangana was merged with the Andhra region to form the unified state of Andhra Pradesh under the States Reorganization Act. However, discontentment grew among people in Telangana, feeling that their region was being neglected in terms of economic development, resource allocation, and employment. This gave rise to the first major Telangana agitation in 1969, which was eventually suppressed. 1991-2000: Early Revival of the Movement In the 1990s, the Telangana movement started gaining momentum again. Leaders fr...

Telangana Mobilization Phase (1971–1990)

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Telangana Mobilization Phase (1971–1990): An Overview Background  The Telangana Mobilization Phase from 1971 to 1990 is a crucial chapter in the history of the demand for a separate Telangana state. This phase followed the 1969 Telangana agitation, during which the region witnessed significant protests for the creation of Telangana. Although the earlier movement led to temporary promises and pacification, it failed to result in the formation of a separate state. The 1971–1990 phase marked a period of reawakening, political realignment, and further mobilization towards the same goal. Significance This phase was significant because it laid the groundwork for the later, more successful agitation in the 2000s, which culminated in the formation of Telangana in 2014. The Mobilization Phase saw the development of a regional identity based on long-standing issues like underdevelopment, unemployment, and unequal allocation of resources. It was a period during which Telangana's political con...

The Idea of Telangana (1948-1970)

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The period from 1948 to 1970 was critical in shaping the idea of Telangana, both politically and socially. This time frame witnessed the emergence of distinct regional identities, the tussle between integration and autonomy, and the development of Telangana's specific cultural and economic grievances. Here is a detailed outline, with a strategic and structural approach, to understanding the Telangana issue during this period: 1. Introduction: The Political and Historical Context (1948-1970) Pre-Independence Overview: Hyderabad State under Nizam Rule:   The region of Telangana was a part of the princely state of Hyderabad, ruled by the Nizam, who resisted integration into the Indian Union. Socioeconomic Structure:  Feudal system dominated by the Nizam's nobility, zamindars, and jagirdars. The rural masses, including peasants and tribal populations, suffered from exploitation.    Post-Independence Political Events (1947-48): Indian Government’s Integration of Hyderabad...

The Evolution of Life on Earth

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The evolution of life on Earth, from the emergence of eukaryotes to the rise of Homo sapiens, is a complex and fascinating process that spans billions of years.  Here is a step-by-step outline of key evolutionary milestones, focusing on when it occured,  what  happened, where  it took place, why  it was significant, and how  it occurred. 1. Origin of Eukaryotes   When:  2 billion years ago What: Eukaryotic cells appeared, characterized by a nucleus and organelles (like mitochondria and chloroplasts).  Where: Likely in ocean environments. Why: Eukaryotic cells were more complex and versatile than prokaryotes, allowing for more diverse forms of life. How: Endosymbiosis — larger prokaryotic cells engulfed smaller ones (such as bacteria that became mitochondria), forming a mutually beneficial relationship. This marked the beginning of complex multicellular organisms. 2. Multicellularity   When:  1.5 billion years ago What: Single-...

Difference Between Communism, Capitalism and Socialism

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                                                    WHAT: The terms Communism, Capitalism and Socialism are ideologies distinct from one another. Communism and Socialism arose as a form of protest against the exploitation of the working class during the age of the industrial revolution (1760 -1840). They are both an alternative to capitalism. COMMUNISM CAPITALISM SOCIALISM No Private ownership Total Private ownership Limited Private ownership Central Government Market Forces Government and Private Entities  No Class distinction Class distinction Limited class distinction Production for basic needs Production for profit Production for societal needs Karl Marx Adam Smith Charles Fourier   Differences between Capitalism, Communism and  Socialism Differentiating Factors Capitalism Communism Socialism Ideology Maximization o...

Judicial Review

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  WHAT It is a type of court proceeding in which a judge reviews the lawfulness of a decision or action made by a public body. In other words, judicial reviews are a challenge to the way in which a decision has been made , rather than the rights and wrongs of the conclusion reached. It is the power exerted by the courts of a country to examine the actions of the legislatures, executive and administrative arms of government and to ensure that such actions conform to the provisions of the nation’s Constitution. WHY Judicial review has two important functions, like, of legitimizing government action and the protection of the constitution against any undue encroachment by the gov­ernment. Judicial review is considered a basic structure of the constitution ( Indira Gandhi vs Raj Narain Case 1975) . Judicial review is also called the interpretational and observer roles of the Indian judiciary. Suo Moto cases and the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) , with the discontinuation of the p...