Found 88 Articles for Ancient Indian History

Introduction The Gupta Age was one of an influx of innovation and progress in the arts, architecture, technology, and other fields of development. It spanned from the early 4th Century AD to the late 6th Century AD. This empire encompassed a majority of the Indian subcontinent, with its expansionist ideologies. There were several rulers of prominence in the Gupta Empire. Sri Gupta I founded the dynasty, and his reign lasted until the late 3rd Century CE. He was followed by Ghatotkacha, his successor, who was followed by Chandra-Gupta I, perhaps the first well known Gupta Ruler. Most Prominent Gupta Rulers ... Read More

Introduction There were several great empires in Southern India, the Cheran, the Cholas, and the Pandyas. One amongst them was the Pallavas, who had a considerable role to play in the history and evolution of Politics, Society, and Culture in the Indian Subcontinent. Origin of the Pallavas There are various perspectives with regards to the origin of the Pallava Empire in India. Historians like B.L. Rice and his contemporaries identified that the Pallavas was similar to the Pahlavas or Parthians. However, there appears to be no evidence to suggest a Parthian migration into the Southern parts of India. Other historians ... Read More

Introduction What if I told you that it's possible to travel back in time? Well, this tutorial is about an expedition of a lifetime into the deep south of Pakistan. Travel with us and learn what made Harappa so magnificent. The story of Harappa is one that is shrouded in mystery and intrigue. This ancient city was once a thriving metropolis, home to an advanced civilization. But then, suddenly and without warning, the city was abandoned. What could have caused such a mass exodus? We may never know for sure, but there are some theories… Harappa - An Ancient City ... Read More

Introduction The first cities on the Indus River were built over 4700 years ago. These ancient cities were located in what is now Pakistan and western India. The Indus Valley Civilization was one of the largest and most advanced civilizations of its time. The Indus Valley Civilization The Indus Valley Civilization was one of the first cities to develop in the Indus River Valley. The city was located in present-day Pakistan and dates back to around 3, 000 BCE. The city was home to a large number of people and had a complex social structure. The city was also well-fortified, ... Read More

Introduction Agriculture is an ancient practice that has greatly impacted the world today. It is responsible for the food we eat, the clothes we wear, and the landscapes we see. Agriculture began around 8, 000 years ago and India is one of the earliest places it is thought to have started. Climate of India Years Ago The climate of India years ago was much different than it is today. The climate was wetter and cooler, which made it ideal for growing crops. Agriculture began in India years ago. The first crops that were grown were wheat and barley. ... Read More

Introduction The Harappan towns are a series of settlements that were found in the Gujarat region of western India. The towns date back to around 3, 000 BCE and were occupied for an unknown period of time. The Harappan culture is a major archaeological discovery that is still being studied today. Harappan Towns: A Chronological Overview The discovery of Harappan towns in Gujarat has thrown up new insights into the civilization that flourished in the Indus Valley some 3, 000 years ago. The first Harappan settlements were unearthed in the early 1920s by a British archaeologist, R.D. Banerji, while he ... Read More

Introduction The Mughal empire began in 1526 with Babur as the first Mughal ruler. After Babur, the next Mughal emperors were Humayun, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangazeb. During this time period, the Mughal empire flourished at its peak. It was only after the death of Aurangzeb, that the empire started declining. By the eighteenth century, the Mughal Empire was bifurcated into independent regional states. It can be broadly categorised into three segments − The old Mughal provinces The regional autonomous states, Watan Jagirs like the Rajputs Other states like the Sikhs, Marathas, Jats, etc. This tutorial is ... Read More

Introduction Bhakti comes from the Sanskrit word, Bhanj, which means charity and coordination. The Bhakti movement was started by the Shankaracharya in the 8th century A.D., according to the Bhagwat Purana Bhakti, born in the Dravida areas of Indian territory. The Viashnava and Shaiva saints during the Pallavas' rule started the Bhakti movement. It also gains the patronage of the Chola rulers. As the result of the idol worship of the Bhakti movement, the aspects of the incarnation spread in the extreme south. There occurred the broad spread of religious rituals. The rulers and subjects in south India gradually replaced ... Read More

Introduction Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was the son of the Shakya clan chief. Buddha belonged to Kshatriya Varna. He was never interested in earthly pleasures and since childhood, he was in search of true knowledge. He was never allowed to leave the Palace till the age of 29 when he escaped the palace without informing anyone. That day he saw four things which completely changed his life. He saw an old man, a sick man, a dead man and an ascetic. These 4 things came as a revelation to Buddha. Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was the ... Read More

Introduction Burial, a well-known act of discarding human cadavers by burying them in the ground, in a grave or a tomb, or by dumping them in a body of water, exposing them to the weather, or feeding carrion-eating animals. Practices surrounding burial are influenced by geography, religion, and social structure. Whether the body is buried underground, submerged beneath water, burned, or exposed to the air depends on geography and climate. The level of burial ostentation is determined by social and religious beliefs; for instance, rank may determine whether the deceased is buried in a shallow trench or an impressively large ... Read More