General Studies 1

Pushyabhuti Dynasty Also known as the Vardhana dynasty, they governed areas of northern India. Hieun Tsang’s travels account Si-Yu-Ki, Banbhatta’s Harshacharita, and Pulkeshin II’s inscription on Aihole stone. The Madhuban and Sonpat inscriptions record chronology. Harshavardhana signed the Banshekhra inscriptions. … Continue reading →

Classification Sangam literature is secular in nature. It  is classified into two main categories: Akam and Puram. Akam Literature The subjects of love, one’s own feelings, and inner experiences are all covered in Akam poetry. It frequently focuses on romantic … Continue reading →

What is it? The Sangam era which flourished during the third century BCE to the third century CE is significant in South Indian history as it is noted for its literary, artistic, and socio-political advancements. Sangam Assembly There were three … Continue reading →

Gupta Literature Navaratnas – Kalidas, Amarsinh, Dhanvantari, Varahminhira, Vararuchi, Ghatakarna, Kshapranak, Vetalabhatt and Shanku – In the court of Chandra Gupta 2  Kalidasa – Abhijnanasakuntalam, Malavikagnimitram, Raghuvansham and Kumarsambhavam. Harishena – Composed Allahabad Prasasti. Sudraka – Mricchakatika, Vishakhadatta – Mudrarakshasa … Continue reading →

Administration The Council of Ministers aided the King. Uparika and Vishayapati led administrative units named Bhukti (province) and Vishaya (provincial division), respectively. Vishaya was further divided into Vithi, with the village being the smallest subdivision. The bureaucracy was not as … Continue reading →

Gupta Period (Golden Age) The Gupta Empire was one of the most influential empires in ancient India, and it played a crucial role in shaping the country’s history. The Gupta rulers, who are often referred to as the Gupta dynasty, … Continue reading →

Satavahana The Satavahana dynasty ruled over a vast portion of the Indian subcontinent from the first century BCE to the second century CE. The Satavahanas are regarded as one of the most ancient historical dynasties in India’s Deccan area. Simuka … Continue reading →

Indo Greeks The term “Indo-Greeks” refers to several Hellenistic kingdoms that thrived in the Indian subcontinent from the second century BCE to the first century CE. During this period, the Greek and Indian cultures interacted, resulting in a unique mix … Continue reading →

Sunga Dynasty The Mauryan Empire was succeeded by the Sunga monarchy, an ancient Indian monarchy. It existed from around 185 BCE until 73 BCE. Pushyamitra Shunga founded the dynasty after the fall of the Mauryans.  They were Brahmins, and the … Continue reading →

What is it? The Mauryan Empire is considered to have been founded by Chandragupta Maurya (321-297 BCE). Chandragupta assembled an army and defeated the Nanda empire in Magadha, present-day eastern India, creating the Mauryan Empire. After becoming king, Chandragupta expanded … Continue reading →