HPSC Prelims and Mains Notes, HPSC Test Series
Languages and Literature of Haryana The main languages spoken by the people of Haryana are Haryanvi, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu and English. Many dialects have originated, which are spoken throughout the length and breadth of Haryana. However, almost all of them have their base in Hindi with a smattering of Urdu and Panjabi thrown in for … Read more
Paintings of Rajasthan The paintings of Rajasthan have two different colors to their style — the former school of miniature paintings whose growth intensified in courts all over north India and the Deccan, and the folk style which is unique to Rajasthan. The glorious 16th century saw the rise in different schools of paintings such as the Mewar … Read more
Prehistory of Haryana The ancient land of Haryana, which has been traditionally known as a seat of renowned sages, witnessed the historic battle of the Mahabharata, during which Lord Krishna delivered the sacred sermon of the Bhagwad Gita to Arjuna, a Pandava, at Kurukshetra. It is the ancient land of the Aryans that composed well-known … Read more
Major Cities and Tourist Places of Haryana Haryana is situated in North western part of the country. It is located between 27 degrees 37’ North to 30 degrees 35’ North and 74 degree 28′ East to 77 degree 36’east. The state is located at an altitude of 700 to 3600 feet above the sea level. … Read more
Folk dances of Haryana Ghumar Dance Some dancers receive their inspiration from religion. The gods and the elements are invoked to shower their blessing on the labours of a community. Ghumar is a Rajasthani dance but it is popular in Laharu, Dadri and some parts of the Hissar and Bhiwani, bordering Rajasthan. The dance is … Read more
History of Haryana from Vedic period to Gupta Period In the Indian Republic, in the form of a separate state, Haryana was established on 1 November, 1966, but Haryana’s existence as a distinct historical and cultural unit has been recognized since ancient times. This state has been the axis of Indian culture and civilization since ancient … Read more