Dr. Gaurav J. Sontake

Dr. Gaurav J. Sontake is brain behind this website. He worked as freelancer with various institutes including Byju's and Vision IAS. He is author of 150+ Tricks and Mnemonics as well as Strengthen Your Argument Volume I & II. He was Ayurveda doctor before shifting to IAS exam preparation. During his preparation phase, he realised the need of simplified and affordable content. Based on this, he is creating simplified content for students. Dr. Gaurav enjoys travelling, reading and sometimes photography. Also, he loves interacting and guiding students.

(JKPSC) Why is Indian regional navigational satellite system needed? How does it work?

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The IRNSS, also known as NavIC (an acronym for Navigation with Indian Constellation), is an autonomous regional satellite navigation system that provides precise real-time positioning and timing services. It covers India and 1,500 km around, with plans for expansion. The IRNSS is needed for many reasons: Provide an independent, secure navigation system for India, enhancing … Read more

(JKPSC) Evaluate the role of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the merger of the princely states of India.

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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was crucial to India’s princely state merger. At independence, he was India’s Home Minister and oversaw princely state integration. Patel used various methods to convince princely states to join India. He used persuasion, negotiation, and force when necessary. His generous terms included paying princely states privy purses and retaining their titles. Patel … Read more

(JKPSC) Write salient features of Indo-Islamic architecture.

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Indo-Islamic architecture in India combines Indian, Persian, and Central Asian styles to create a unique style. Salient features of Indo-Islamic architecture: Domes and Arcades: Indo-Islamic architecture uses arcades and domes. Mosques and mausoleums use arcades, which are columns-supported arches. Dome-shaped Indo-Islamic architecture, found in tombs and mosques, is bulbous or onion-shaped. Minarets: Tall, slender towers … Read more

(JKPSC) Write a note on the Mansabdari System under the Mughal rulers.

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The Mansabdari System was an administrative system instituted in 1571 by Mughal Emperor Akbar to determine the rank and pay of the Mansabdars (nobles) serving the Mughals. Important characteristics of the Mansabdari System: The Mansabdari System was a grading system utilized by Mughal rulers to determine the rank and salary of a Mansabdar (noble) who … Read more

(JKPSC) Hampi is appropriately know as “the city etched in stone”. Explain this site’s architectural and historical significance.

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Hampi is indeed appropriately known as the “city etched in stone”. It is a vast and sprawling complex of ruins that is home to some of the most impressive and beautiful architecture in India. The site was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, which was one of the largest and most powerful empires in South … Read more

(JKPSC) How far has linguistic diversity helped in strengthening Indian unity?

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India is a country with a rich linguistic diversity, as its citizens speak over 1,600 different languages and dialects. Here are some examples of India’s linguistic diversity: Indo-Aryan Languages Dravidian Languages Sino-Tibetan Languages Afro-Asiatic Languages Regional Languages In terms of promoting Indian unity, India’s linguistic diversity has been both an asset and a source of … Read more

(JKPSC) Our earth is a playfield of two opposite geomorphic processes. Discuss.

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The earth’s surface is shaped by two geomorphic processes that are diametrically opposed: endogenic and exogenic forces. Endogenic processes are those that originate from the interior of the planet. They caused the formation of mountains, volcanoes, and other landforms. The Earth’s internal heat drives endogenic processes, causing the movement of tectonic plates and the formation … Read more