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Personalities

Personalities (Modern Indian History).

Syllabus: UPSC Pre GS1: History of India & Indian National Movement; Mains GS1

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GS1 · History / culture

The PM announced the day on 9 January 2022 and the first Veer Bal Diwas was held on 26 December 2022 [PMO].

UPSC angle: Prelims: Sikh history.

26 Dec 2025

GS1 · History / culture

Questions on lesser-known regional dynasties are common in Prelims. Stamps and anniversaries often bring them into the news.

UPSC angle: Prelims: early medieval Tamil dynasties.

14 Dec 2025

GS2 · Constitution

Constitution Day is a good hook for questions on constitutional morality.

UPSC angle: Prelims: dates of adoption and commencement.

26 Nov 2025

GS1 · Medieval history

A frequent example of the defence of freedom of conscience in Indian history.

UPSC angle: Prelims: Sikh Gurus.

25 Nov 2025

GS1 · Tribal history

Tribal land rights, the core of his struggle, remain a live Mains issue.

UPSC angle: Prelims: Birsa Munda, Ulgulan.

15 Nov 2025

GS1 · Modern history

A good anchor for questions on cultural nationalism in the Swadeshi period.

UPSC angle: Prelims: Vande Mataram dates.

6 Nov 2025