Why did the Mughals fail? The Mughal Empire, established by Zahiruddin Babur following his decisive triumph at the Battle of Panipat in 1526, experienced continuous expansion under his successors. It attained its maximum territorial extent during the reign of Aurangzeb (1657–1707), when the empire extended from Kashmir in the north to Jinji in the south […]
Gautama Buddha (563 BC-483 BC) Doctrines of Buddha Mahatma Buddha was first & foremost a teacher- He was an enlightened being who understood the problems & sufferings of masses to guide humanity onto the path of liberation from the sufferings. He put forward a number of important ideas that constitute Buddhist philosophy. The core of
Introduction The sixth century BC was a watershed moment in Indian history in terms of the formation of contemporary faiths. Increasing anger and dissatisfaction among the people with respect to the customs of kingships, priesthood, and ritualistic sacrifices. With this, people started searching for answers for these practices and raising questions with respect to religious
The period spanning roughly from the 6th to the 4th centuries BCE stands as a transformative epoch in the historical trajectory of ancient India, commonly referred to as the era of the Mahajanapadas. This phase marked a significant departure from the simpler, often kin-based societal structures of the preceding Vedic period, witnessing a profound transition
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Introduction India’s history is appropriately regarded as significant from the sixth to the fourth century BC. We can observe how earlier shifts matured to add a new dimension to political processes that were strongly rooted in people’s changing material lives at the time. Background Between these periods, a new sort of society emerged in the Ganga
Introduction The Harappan or Indus valley civilization gave way to Vedic culture. The Vedic civilization is regarded as a major cultural achievement. “Vedic texts” are a good place to start if you want to learn more about Vedic culture or sources that contributed to the reconstruction of Vedic culture. The Indo-Aryans are the authors or
Introduction Historians estimate the age of the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) to be between 2500 and 1750 BC, based on radiocarbon dating data. IVC is also known as the Harappan Civilization, which was discovered through excavation in 1921 under the supervision of Daya Ram Sahni. Here we need to be cautious that the term Harappan
Human history is broadly divided into two main categories: 1. Prehistoric Era This era refers to the period before the invention of literature. As there are no written records available from this time, our knowledge of human history during this period is limited. The prehistoric period is further subdivided into the following ages: Stone Age
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India has a diverse and rich cultural heritage. History deals with the evolution of civilization through different eras. To fully understand the present-day India, it is essential to explore its ancient past. The Challenges of Reconstructing Ancient Indian History Historians face significant difficulties in reconstructing India’s ancient history. The primary challenge lies in the availability
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The British education policy implemented in colonial India served as a tool to advance colonial interests and consolidate British rule over the Indian subcontinent. This policy, while aiming to perpetuate colonial dominance, inadvertently catalyzed the emergence of Indian nationalism, shaping the course of India’s struggle for independence. Subjugation through Education 1. Facilitating Colonial Rule a.
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Meaning of Regionalism What is regionalism?Regionalism refers to the ideology that people’s political, social, and economic interests are best served when they identify with their region based on geographical, cultural, and linguistic differences. It often arises when people feel their region is not receiving a fair share of resources, political power, or recognition. Forms of
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