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The Aryans came to India in several waves. The earliest wave is represented by the Rig Vedic people who appeared in the subcontinent in about 1500 BC. They came into conflict with the indigenous inhabitants called the Dravidians mentioned as Dasa or Dasyus in Rig Veda. The Rig Veda mentions the defeat of Sambara … Read more
, Rajasthan is a state in northwestern India. It is the largest state in India by area, covering 342,239 square kilometers (132,139 sq mi). The state is bordered by Pakistan to the northwest, Gujarat to the west, Haryana and Punjab to the north, Uttar Pradesh to the northeast, Madhya Pradesh to the east, and Gujarat … Read more
TBiodiversity hotspots. However, India is also facing a number of environmental challenges, such as Air Pollution, Water Pollution, and deforestation. History and Culture of India India has a rich and complex history that dates back over 5,000 years. The country has been home to a number of different civilizations, and it has been ruled by … Read more
The Indian culture and civilisation have undergone regormation and revitalisation many times throughout history of mankind. The Bhakti movements of 14th-16th century represented one such phase of revitalisation and reformation of Indian culture. This movement was lead by saints like Hinduism more accessible to the common people by using vernacular languages in religious texts and … Read more
Exploring the Dynamics of Kinship: A Multifaceted Lens on Human Relationships Kinship, the intricate web of social relationships based on blood, marriage, and adoption, forms the bedrock of human societies. It transcends mere biological ties, encompassing a complex tapestry of shared history, cultural norms, and emotional bonds. This article delves into the multifaceted dynamics of … Read more
The Kushanas: Short introduction In the early 2nd century BC, a tribe on the Central Asian frontier of China called Hsiung-nu defeated a neighboring one known as Yueh-chih. After more conflict, the survivors of the Yueh-chih were dislocated west, passing down the Ili river valley and along the southern shore of lake Issyk Kul. This … Read more
Chalukyas The Chalukya dynasty was an Indian royal dynasty that ruled large parts of southern and central India between the 6th and the 12th centuries. During this period, they ruled as three related yet individual dynasties. The earliest dynasty, known as the “Badami Chalukyas”, ruled from Vatapi (modern Badami) from the middle of the 6th … Read more
Man is a social animal. He lives in social groups in communities and in Society. Human life and society almost go together. Man cannot live without society. Man is biologically and psychologically equipped to live in groups, in society. Society has become an essential condition for human life to arise and to continue. The relationship … Read more
The Evolution of the Caste System: A Journey of Transformation The caste system, a complex and deeply ingrained social hierarchy, has been a defining feature of Indian society for millennia. Its origins are shrouded in antiquity, its evolution marked by both continuity and change, and its impact on Indian life remains profound. This article delves … Read more
Unveiling the Neolithic Period: A Revolution in Human History (6000 BCE – 1000 BCE) The Neolithic Period, also known as the New Stone Age, marks a pivotal chapter in human history, a period of profound transformation that laid the foundation for the civilizations we know today. Spanning roughly 5,000 years, from 6000 BCE to 1000 … Read more