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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-...