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Prehistoric period :- Races and culture The distant past when there was no paper or language or the written word, and hence no books or written document, is called as the Prehistoric period. It was difficult to understand how Prehistoric people lived until scholars began excavations in Prehistoric sites.Piecing together of information deduced … Read more
Unraveling the Mysteries of the Prehistoric Period: A Journey Through Time The prehistoric period, spanning from the dawn of humanity to the advent of written records, encompasses a vast and enigmatic chapter in our collective history. It is a time shrouded in mystery, where the whispers of our ancestors echo through the ages, leaving behind … Read more
All the states were perpetually at war with each other. Kaushal annexed Kashi and Avanti grabbed Vats. Later on Kausha and Vats in turn were subjugated one by one by Magadh, which became most powerful in the entire region. Magadh was ruled in SUCCESSION by Haryank, Shishunag and Nand Dynasty. The Nandas ruled from 343 … Read more
Buddhism) at least several centuries BCE, and continued to attract students from around the old world until the destruction of the city in the 5th century. It has been suggested that at its height, Taxila exerted a sort of “intellectual suzerainty” over other centres of learning in India and its primary concern was … Read more
China: A Type of Its Own China, the world’s most populous nation and a rising economic powerhouse, is a complex and multifaceted entity. Its unique history, culture, and political system have shaped a distinct “China type” that defies easy categorization. This article delves into the key characteristics of this type, exploring its historical roots, economic … Read more
The Foreign Accounts of Ancient Travelers: A Window into the Past The world has always been a tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures, languages, and beliefs. While the modern age has made it easier than ever to travel and experience the world, the ancient world was a far more challenging place to navigate. Yet, … Read more
Surkotada: Unveiling the Secrets of a Harappan Metropolis Surkotada, a site nestled in the Kutch region of Gujarat, India, stands as a testament to the remarkable civilization that flourished in the Indus Valley over 4,000 years ago. While overshadowed by the more famous Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, Surkotada holds a unique position in the Harappan landscape, … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> The literal meaning of Mahajanapadas is great kingdoms. They flourished in the north/north western parts of India before the rise of Megasthenes. Whereas Avantipura who was the king of Surasena was one of the first desciples of Buddha, and it gained prominence evr since then in Mathura. … Read more
In the sixth country B.C. North India was divided into sixteen kingdoms out of which Avanti, Vatsa, Kosala and Magadha rose into prominence by aggrandizing upon other weaker states.These four states involved themselves in internecine quarrel in which Magadha emerged as the most powerful state and acquired mastery in the political domain of India. … Read more
Nalanda: A Beacon of Learning in Ancient India Nalanda, a name synonymous with ancient Indian learning, stands as a testament to the intellectual prowess and cultural vibrancy of the past. This ancient university, nestled in the heart of present-day Bihar, India, was a renowned center of Buddhist learning for over a millennium, attracting scholars from … Read more