Month: February 2025
History
Republics in ancient india ganas and sanghas upsc history
Ganas or sanghas are oligarchies or autonomous clans that existed in ancient India. In this system, a large number of people participate in the governance of the state. The ancient system of ganas was not a true democracy but followed a different form of administration compared to monarchial states.
The power to rule was in the hands of heads of leading Kshatriya families. The chief was known as Ganapathi, Saghamukya, or Ganaraja.
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Geography
Ganga River System Explained
The Ganga river system is the largest river system in India, and it influences the people directly and indirectly. The Ganga River is related to the Indian civilization and culture. The Gaumukh at Gangotri Glacier in the Uttarakasi district of Uttarakhand is considered the first source of Ganga.
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