Archive · 29 Sep 2025
UPSC, Ladakh, Durga Puja, and India-Burma Relations: A Historical Overview
Let's learn about some history!
The UPSC is like India's hiring team, started in 1926.
Ladakh became part of Jammu and Kashmir in 1834.
Durga Pujas in Bengal, initially celebrating British victories, later became a symbol of Indian resistance.
The Simon Commission in 1929 decided that Burma was separate from India.
A historical figure, Medini Rai, was known as Chero Napoleon.
This shows how different events and places have shaped India's history.
The UPSC was established in 1926 and initially known as the Public Service Commission.
Ladakh was integrated into Jammu and Kashmir in 1834 by Gulab Singh.
Early Durga Pujas in Bengal celebrated British victories.
Later, Durga Puja became a platform for Indian nationalist movements.
The Simon Commission concluded that Burma and India were separate countries.
- Who
- UPSC, Indians, Burmese, historical figures
- What
- Historical events and relationships including UPSC's origin, Ladakh's integration, the role of Durga Puja, and India-Burma relations
- When
- 17th century to present
- Where
- India, Burma, and Ladakh
- Why
- To understand significant historical developments and relationships.
- UPSC Founding Date
- October 1, 1926
- First Indian FPSC Chief
- H. K. Kripalani (August 15, 1947)
- Ladakh Integration into J&K
- 1834
- Chero Napoleon
- Medini Rai
- Simon Commission Arrival in Burma
- January 29, 1929