World Wars

First World War Background It was a result of growing inter-imperialist rivalries, growing chauvinism, antagonism and conflicts within Europe, formation of alliances and secret pacts, growing militarization, feverish preparations for war, were some of the marked features that harbingered war. There had been a number of crises which were temporarily resolved, but led to deep … Read more

Banda and the Sikh depredations in northern Haryana

The death of Aurangzeb (March 3, 1707) was followed by a period of decline, confusion and disorder throughout northern India. And Haryana, which was included mostly in the Delhi Subah and partly in the Agra Subah, could not escape it. Politically linked with the fortunes of the imperial capital (which was also its seat of … Read more

India’s Role in the Creation of Bangladesh

India’s Role in the Creation of Bangladesh: A Complex Legacy The birth of Bangladesh in 1971 was a momentous event, not only for the newly formed nation but also for the South Asian region. While the struggle for independence was primarily led by the people of East Pakistan, India played a crucial and multifaceted role … Read more