History

Renaissance and Reformation * The Renaissance movement continued from the 14th to the 17th centuries in Europe. During this period a scientific and rational approach to thinking developed in Europe. There was great advancement in science and intellectual growth. * There arose a revolt against the tyranny of the priests and the Church which caused ... Read more

The Cholas * The Chola dynasty was in power from the latter half of the 9th century to beginning of the 13th century. * It is the best known for its splendid temples and bronze sculptures. * The temples were the nuclei of the settlements. * The empire was able to sustain its growth due ... Read more

The Gupta Period – A Golden Era in Indian History * India progressed significantly under the rule of Guptas. * The age of the Guptas is called the Golden Period. * Chandragupta I, Samudragupta and Chandragupta II are prominent rulers of the Gupta dynasty. * The Guptas had an efficient administrative system. * They were ... Read more

The Mauryan Empire * Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire – India’s first empire. * Chandragupta was succeeded by his son Bindusara, who, in turn, was succeeded by Ashoka. * The Mauryan Empire covered a vast region of Indi, hence Mauryan emperors often sought help their family members. * Mauryan emperors appointed officials for collecting ... Read more

Reconstructing History A city’s history can be traced from any of the following sources:     *  Archaeological evidences like old coins, pottery and sculpture     *  Existing ancient monuments, ruins and inscriptions     *  Ancient literature and folklore     *  Travellers accounts

Oldest Books In The World * The Rig Veda, one of the oldest books in the world, was composed nearly 3,500 years ago. * The Rig Veda was written in Vedic Sanskrit. * The Rig Veda contains 1028 hymns that praise different gods and goddesses. * The Rig Veda also contains various hymns for cattle, ... Read more

New Crafts * People living in the cities followed various activities like town planning, administration, arts and crafts. * Scribes had the knowledge of writing and helped in the preparation of seals. * Crafts persons used different stones and metals to crafts objects like ornaments and stone weights. Harappan Cities * Harappan was one of ... Read more