Notes and Study material for Exams
Awadh: The Rise of an Autonomous State within the Mughal Empire The Mughal Empire, a vast and powerful dominion that spanned much of the Indian subcontinent for centuries, witnessed the rise of numerous autonomous states within its boundaries. Among these, the state of Awadh, located in the fertile Gangetic plain, stands out as a significant … Read more
Hyderabad: A Beacon of Autonomy in the Shadow of the Mughal Empire The Mughal Empire, a sprawling dominion that stretched across the Indian subcontinent for centuries, was a complex tapestry of power and influence. While the emperors in Delhi held the reins of authority, the empire’s vastness allowed for the emergence of semi-autonomous states, each … Read more
Anglo –Mysore Wars The Anglo–Mysore Wars were a series of wars fought in over the last three decades of the 18th century between the Kingdom of Mysore on the one hand, and the British East India Company (represented chiefly by the Madras Presidency), and Maratha Confederacy and the Nizam of Hyderabad on the other. Hyder … Read more
The Rajputs: A Bastion of Autonomy in the Mughal Empire The Mughal Empire, a sprawling dominion that stretched across much of the Indian subcontinent from the 16th to the 18th centuries, was a complex tapestry of diverse cultures and political entities. While the Mughals established a strong central authority, they were not able to fully … Read more
The Rise of Autonomous States in Bengal during the Mughal Empire: A Story of Power, Patronage, and Rebellion The Mughal Empire, a vast and powerful dominion that spanned much of the Indian subcontinent for centuries, was not a monolithic entity. Within its sprawling territories, a complex tapestry of power dynamics unfolded, with regional rulers carving … Read more
Murshid Quli Khan: The Architect of an Independent Bengal (1717-1727) Murshid Quli Khan, a figure of immense historical significance, stands as a pivotal figure in the transition of Bengal from a Mughal province to an independent entity. His reign, though brief, marked a turning point in the political landscape of the subcontinent, laying the foundation … Read more
The Rise of Autonomous States in Carnatic during the Mughal Empire: A Story of Power, Patronage, and Resistance The Mughal Empire, at its zenith, stretched across vast swathes of the Indian subcontinent, imposing its authority through a complex system of administration and military might. Yet, beneath the veneer of imperial control, a dynamic interplay of … Read more