Notes and Study material for Exams
Disintegration of Delhi Sultanate The fall of the Delhi Sultanate was the logical conclusion of the decline that had set in during the last days of Muhammad bin Tughluq. The indiscretion of Muhammad bin Tughluq brought into play a process of disintegration which was accelerated by the weakness and the impolitic steps of his immediate … Read more
The Rise of Autonomous States in Punjab during the Mughal Empire: A Tale of Power, Patronage, and Rebellion The Mughal Empire, spanning centuries and encompassing vast swathes of the Indian subcontinent, was a complex tapestry of power dynamics. While the emperors at Delhi held the reins of authority, the provinces, particularly those on the periphery, … Read more
The Rise of Autonomous States: A Catalyst for the Decline of the Mughal Empire The Mughal Empire, a sprawling and opulent realm that dominated much of the Indian subcontinent for centuries, faced a gradual but inexorable decline in the 18th century. While various factors contributed to its eventual downfall, the rise of autonomous states within … Read more
India’s traditional village economy was characterised by the “blending of agriculture and handicrafts”. But this internal balance of the village economy had been systematically slaughtered by the British Government. In the process, traditional handicraft industries slipped away, from its pre-eminence and its decline started at the turn of the 18th century and proceeded rapidly almost … Read more
Mysore: A Beacon of Autonomy in the Shadow of the Mughal Empire The Mughal Empire, a sprawling dominion that dominated much of the Indian subcontinent for centuries, was not a monolithic entity. Within its vast expanse, numerous principalities and kingdoms retained varying degrees of autonomy, navigating a complex web of alliances, rivalries, and power struggles. … 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