UKPSC (MSS-5) UTTARAKHAND KA ITIHAS | Drishti IAS | Uttarakhand Government Exam Book

The UKPSC (MSS-5): Uttarakhand ka Itihas is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) and other state-level competitive exams. This book is designed to provide in-depth knowledge of the history of Uttarakhand focusing on the region’s ancient medieval and modern history and is perfect for both Prelims and Mains preparation.This comprehensive guide covers important historical events movements and milestones specific to Uttarakhand with a focus on tribal cultures freedom struggles and the state’s socio-political evolution.Key Features:Detailed Coverage of Uttarakhand History:Ancient History: Exploration of Uttarakhand’s early civilization Vedic age and its role in the broader Indian history.Medieval History: The significance of Uttarakhand during the medieval period including important dynasties and cultural developments.Modern History: Focus on the freedom struggle social reform movements and the formation of the state of Uttarakhand in 2000.Special emphasis on Uttarakhand’s role in the independence movement and the prominent personalities and struggles from the region.State-Specific Focus:A detailed analysis of Uttarakhand’s cultural heritage historical sites and local traditions.Study of key events and movements such as the Chamoli Rebellion Tehri Dam protests and the Uttarakhand statehood movement.Current Affairs and Relevance:Includes the impact of contemporary events on Uttarakhand’s history such as recent political changes and regional issues.Simplified and Exam-Oriented Content:Organizes the history in a clear chronological format for easy understanding.Key events figures and movements are presented in bullet-point format for effective revision.Practice Material:Prelims: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for chapter-wise self-assessment.Mains: Descriptive questions with sample answers to improve writing skills.Uttarakhand-Specific Insights:Discusses Uttarakhand’s contribution to the broader Indian history highlighting the state’s strategic importance cultural uniqueness and historical significance.