History

 Kingdom (17 th – 18th CENTURY) (RISE OF SHIVAJI AND MARATHA EMPIRE,ADMINISTRATION AND MILITARY ORGANIXATION,DECLINE OF MUGHAL EMPIRE AND EMERGENCE

(Administration, Mansabdari & Jagir System, Economy, Religious Policies, and Cultural Developments) Introduction The Mughal Empire (1526–1707), had a long-lasting effect

(Political, cultural contributions,administration, economy and art) Introduction In South India, two significant empires emerged between the 14th and 16th centuries:

(SLAVEDYNASTY,KHALIJIS,TUGHLAQS,SAYYIDS,LODIS—administration,economy,socio-cultural developments,growth of Persian influence and Sufi movements) Introduction The Delhi Sultanate (1206–1526) was an Islamic empire that ruled over

(Political Structure – Rashtrakutas, Cholas, Palas, Pratiharas, Rajputs Administration, Economy, Society and Religious- Cultural Synthesis of Medieval India) India’s early

Geography and Archaeological Findings ( Major CItes and Town Planning)  Introduction The Harappan Civilization, sometimes called the Indus Valley Civilization

 Sources for Reconstructing Vedic Society and Culture Introduction Ancient Indian society was profoundly influenced by the Vedic culture, which came

 Geography of the Later Vedic Phases – Area of Settlement  After the Early Vedic era, India underwent a revolutionary change

Introduction Jainism is one of India’s oldest religions that places a significant value on self-discipline, truth (Satya), and non-violence (Ahimsa).

Introduction Buddhism is one of the world’s major religions, founded by Gautama Buddha in the 6th century BC. It emerged