Author: Sociology Group

  • History of the Maratha Empire: Rise and Fall & Unique Facts

    The Maratha Empire also was known as the Maratha Confederacy was the dominant power in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Empire was established in 1645 and with the defeat of Peshwa Bajirao-2, it was demolished in 1818. The empire is largely known for ending of the Mughal rule. The empire had its capital at…

  • What was the Granger Movement?

    The Granger Movement began in the United States of America in the year 1867, This event was in support of the farmers of U. S, in particular, the ones that lived in the Middle West who faced monopoly while transporting their grains from one place to another. This movement was also followed by the American…

  • History of the Coxey’s Army

    COXEY’S ARMY:  This bold movement occurred from March 25th, 1894 to May 1, 1894. The year 1894 commonly remembered as the year of depression in the United States because, in that year, the group of unemployed citizens decided to march for employment opportunities. They targeted to reach the capital that is Washington, D. C., and the…

  • History of the Club Movement

    CLUB MOVEMENT: This movement is one among the American women’s social movement. During the times of mid-19th century, the foundation of this event occurred. The main goal of the movement was in the interests of the women. This event wanted to provide women with a window for education and active community service which will also influence…

  • History of the Black Panther Party

    Even though this movement is known by the name “Black Panther Party”, its original name which is unheard of is ”Black Panther Party for Self-Defence”. This revolutionary movement was actually founded by Huey Newton and Bobby Seale. This event took place in Oakland, California. The Panthers of this party eventually merged with the Marxists in…

  • History of the Black Nationalism Movement

    BLACK NATIONALISM This movement took place during the times of 1960’s to early 70’s. Martin Delany who was an African American abolitionist is referred to as the grandfather of this huge impactful movement. Not only a political movement, but this was also an important social situation. This event indeed took place in America but exactly…

  • History of the Anti-Rent war:1839-1846

    Anti-Rent war: This common event occurred in the United States typically in the upper New York City when the farmer who was a lessee was completely unhappy with the patron system. The movement was officially recognized as the leasehold system which in fact led to unrest among the citizens. This system was widespread from 1839…