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The Arab Invasion of India The first incursion by the new Muslim successor states of the Persian Empire occurred around 664 CE during the Umayyad Caliphate, led by Mohalib towards Multan in Southern Punjab, in modern day Pakistan. Mohalib’s expeditions were not aimed at conquest, though they penetrated only as far as the capital of … Read more
The First Carnatic War (1740-1748): A Clash of Empires in Southern India The First Carnatic War, a pivotal conflict in the 18th century, marked the beginning of a long and complex struggle for dominance in Southern India between the British East India Company (BEIC) and the French East India Company (FEIC). This war, fueled by … Read more
North India Ghadvalas Chandradeva*. Jaichandra fought Muhammad Ghur Chandellas of Jejakabhukti/Bundelkhand *Vidyadhara* & Yashovarman Paramaras of Malwa Vakpati Munjal & *Bhoja* Chahamanas/Chauhans of Sakambhari Vigraharaja IV Visaladeva, *Prithviraj III* (Chauhan) Kalachuris of Tripuri Kokalla, Gangeyadeva & *Karna* … Read more
Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909 Increased the number of elected members in the Imperial Legislative Council and the provincial council However, most of the elected members were elected indirectly The reformed councils still enjoyed no real power, being merely advisory bodies. Introduced separate electorates under which all Muslims were grouped in separate constituencies from which Muslims alone … Read more
Evolution of Indian Constitution Although the systems of ancient India do have their reflections in the Constitutions of India, the Direct Sources of the Constitution lie in the administrative and legislative developments of the British period Regulating Act of 1773 This Act was based on the report of a committee headed by the British Prime … Read more
The Crown Rule: A Century of British Imperialism in India (1858-1947) The British East India Company’s rule over India, marked by its exploitative practices and the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, led to a significant shift in power. The Crown Rule, established in 1858, ushered in a new era of direct British administration, lasting for nearly … Read more
Since the grant of diwani for Bengal, Bihar and Orissa in 1765, the major concern of the East India Company’s administration in India was to collect as much revenue as possible. agriculture was the main basis of economy and the main Source Of Income and hence, although the nawabi administration was retained with Muhammad … Read more
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Lohit Ayas Copper Syam Ayas Iron Vanik Traders Gramini Village Head Bhagadugha Tax collector Sthapati Chief Judge Takshan Carpenter Niska Unit of currency Satamana Unit of currency Pana Term used for coin Shresthi Guilds Vihara Buddhist Monastery Chaitya Sacred Enclosure Pradeshika Head of District Administration Nagarka City administration Jesthaka Chief of a Guild Prathamakulika Chief … Read more
The Company Rule: A Legacy of Exploitation and Resistance (1773 â 1858) The British East India Company’s rise to power in India, culminating in the establishment of the Company Rule (1773 â 1858), marked a pivotal chapter in the history of the subcontinent. This period witnessed a complex interplay of political, economic, and social forces, … Read more