Course Overview

Current Events (CSM-01)

India has a unique identity in the world for its art and culture which represents Indian Civilization on world platform and if it vanishes the uniqueness of India will get affected. For many tribal communities, art and craft is the source of income. This is also the source of attraction for tourism which contributes to economic development of the country. Art heritage also represents “unity in diversity”of India and builds a bridge between people living abroad to get connected with their native country. Art and culture is also a part of soft power in world politics. Government has started many initiatives to preserve the rich art heritage of the country, such as, Scheme for Conservation of Wall Painting (1996-97), Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat programme,Tribalhaats,GItag to the local products,e-haat,etc. Apart from strict implementation of such programmes, Government should provide financial assistance to strengthen regional and local museums, preserve art heritage through virtual media, and 10 promote local paintings on products like wallet, mobile cover, pillow cover, etc.

Reference Books

National Importance

1. Yojana and Kurukshetra Magazines
2. ‘India Yearbook’ published by the Publication Division
3. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
4. Newspaper- The Hindu, Indian Express
5. Press Information Bureau (PIB)
6. Economic Survey – Respective Year

International Importance

1. Pax Indica: India and the World of the 21st Century
2. Editorials in The Hindu and Indian Express
3. The official Ministry of External Affairs website

Security

1. World Focus Journal
2. Current Affairs Monthly Magazines