Renaming of States in India
Constitutional Provisions Renaming a state is governed primarily by Article 3 of the Constitution. Parliament can alter the name of an existing state through an ordinary law passed by a simple majority; a constitutional amendment under Article 368 is not … Continue reading
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Mauryan Pillar Architecture
Pillar inscriptions became significant during the Ashoka period. Uses of Pillars. As a symbol of the State or to commemorate battle victories. Also used to propagate imperial sermons as well. The material used to build the pillars was chunar sandstone. … Continue reading
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