Udham Singh

India and Pakistan have been at odds for over seven decades since the partition that caused each to define itself in opposition to the other, and they have fought four wars since. The primary point of contention between the two countries is the Kashmir dispute, which dates back to 1947. After the Indian subcontinent divided, there was the issue of 650 states existing within the two newly independent countries. These states, which were each run by separate monarchies, had the choice to decide which

85,806 square mile territory North of India and East of Pakistan. Kashmir was one of the many states governed by British rule before gaining its independence in 1947. This independence was not truly meant to be permanent; the ruler, Maharaja Hari Singh, was meant to join Kashmir to either India or Pakistan. The majority of Kashmir’s population was Muslim, so Pakistan, being a Muslim nation, expected Kashmir to cede to them. Unfortunately, Maharaja was Hindu, so he remained neutral in the decision

pay for three weeks of essential imports. It was during this time that the former Prime Minister of India N. Rao elected Manmohan Singh as the Finance Minister. With the coming of Manmohan Singh came many economic reforms. These reforms helped pull India from massive debt and near collapse. This leads many to the question, “How did the economic policies of Manmohan Singh help India emerge from the 1991 economic crisis?” Right before the Prime Minister Rao took office; the former Prime Minister had

wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Gobindgarh_Fort,_Amritsar.jpg Gobindgarh Fort is a regal structure that was built by Gujjar Singh Bhangi in the 18th century. Initially the fort was under the control of the Army but since 10th February 2017, the fort has been open for the public. Punjab's glorious history is being retold in the form of a 15-minutes 7D show that portrays the life of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in this fort. It is shown in the fort throughout the day. Wagah Border Pic 10) PC: Guilhem Vellut https://www

Tragedies bring forth unity despite diversity. "Unity in diversity is the highest possible attainment of a civilization, a testimony to the most noble possibilities to the human race. This attainment is made possible through passionate concern for choice, in an atmosphere of social trust." (Michael Novak). When we try to recognize our common passivity, it may be frightening at first, but it can inspire us to put forth acts of affection, warmth and give birth to the desire of standing united to support

ABSTRACT This paper titled, “DEETI - the metaphor in Amitav Ghosh’s The Sea of Poppies”, focuses on how the author, Amitav Ghosh, uses the character Deeti as a metaphor. Amitav Ghosh is a Serious historical and Fictional writer born in Calcutta in a Bengali family. His Father, Shailendra Chandra Ghosh a Military officer. Wife Deborah Baker, The author of Laura Riding biography In Extremis: The Life of Laura Riding (1993) and a senior editor at Little, Brown and Company. Ghosh became a faculty at

Although the 1980s was a wonderful decade, there were some negative events. The 1980s contained many assassinations, such as John Lennon, Anwar Sadat, Marvin Gaye, Indira Gandhi, and Olof Palme John Lennon, an English musician, was a member of the legendary rock band, the Beatles. Mark David Chapman assassinated him at only forty years old. He shot two bullets in the left side of Lennon’s back and another two bullets in his left shoulder with a Charter Arms .38-caliber pistol. He was declared

Adam Goodes Sports have been a part of the Australian culture for as long as we can remember. Adam Goodes is one major example of our success in Sports. A member of Indigenous Team of the Century and Sydney Swans, he professionally plays in The Australian Football League. Holding a dual Brownlow Medal, dual premiership player and four-time All-Australian, he represents Australia in the International Rules Series. Adam Goodes, born 8th of January of year 1980, age 35, is one of the most revered AFL

Mohandas Mahatma Gandhi (1809-1849) Biography Mohandas K. Gandhi was born in 1869, in Porbandar, India. His mother was illiterate, but her common sense and religious devotion had a lasting impact on Gandhi’s character. As a youngster, Mohandas was a good student, but he never displayed any signs of leadership. On the death of his father, Mohandas travelled to England to gain a degree in law. He became involved with the Vegetarian Society and was once asked to translate the Hindu Bhagavad Gita. This

HAVE WE TAKEN OUR INDEPENDENCE FOR GRANTED ????? Today as we freely move around in our country without anyone questioning or imposing any kinds of restrictions on us we feel satisfied and contended. But this satisfaction is due to the efforts taken by our freedom fighters or national leaders to free our country from the British rule. Its because of our them that today we are enjoying are freedom. Their satyagrahas, sacrifices, and tortures have resulted in the freedom that