This book intends to provide the political, social, economic and cultural aspects of Ancient Indian history.
While providing historical facts, much care has been taken and standard historical works written by eminent historians have been consulted.
In the process of learning, the pupils will also be benefited by the maps and figures, which illustrate the political geography and cultural greatness of our country. The model questions provided at the end of each chapter will help in revision.
The content hereby given is crisp and short, hence apt for last minute exam revision.
The Index of the book is as follows:
1. India - Geographical Features and their Impact on History
2. Pre-Historic India and the Harappan Culture
3. The Vedic Culture
4. Jainism and Buddhism
5. The Rise of Magadha and Alexander’s Invasion
6. The Mauryan Empire
7. Post - Mauryan India
8. Sangam Age
9. Gupta Empire
10. Harshavardhana (606 - 647 A.D)
11. South Indian Kingdoms - I Pallavas
12. South Indian Kingdoms - II Chalukyas and Rashtrakutas
13. Imperial Cholas
14. The Spread of Indian Culture in other Asian Countries