General Studies 1

Pallava Dynasty From 275 CE to 897 CE, the Pallava dynasty ruled much of the Deccan, also known as Tondaimandalam. Administration Pallavas developed agriculture and sea trade, amassing enormous riches, which is reflected in the spectacular temple architecture of the … Continue reading →

Pallava Dynasty: Rulers From 275 CE to 897 CE, the Pallava dynasty ruled much of the Deccan, also known as Tondaimandalam.  The Pallavas had their capitals at Mahabalipuram (also known as Mamallapuram) and Kanchi. Important Rulers Simhavishnu (575-590 CE) Founder … Continue reading →

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 →

Sangam Era: Literature 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 … Continue reading →

Sangam Era Life and Polity 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 … Continue reading →

Gupta Period: Art, Architecture and Literature 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. … Continue reading →

Gupta Rule: Polity, Economy and Society 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 … Continue reading →

Gupta Period – The 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 … Continue reading →

Post Mauryan Period: Deccan Region 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 … Continue reading →

Post Mauryan Period: North-Western India 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, … Continue reading →