Indian History Notes

What are the important terms and terminologies from Buddhism? read further to know more about it. Buddhism is an important topic when it comes to UPSC Civil Services Examination. It has considerable weightage in both prelims and mains. Almost every year, questions are being framed from … [Read more...] about Important Buddhist terminologies

The maritime history of India is rich with several examples of marine activity dating back hundreds of years. is rich with plenty of evidence of maritime activities from centuries ago. As a peninsular subcontinent with more than 7000 km of coastline, India was ordained to be a maritime nation. Read … [Read more...] about Maritime History of India

Terminologies from Ancient and medieval history of India is a favourite topic of UPSC. Here are some important terminologies from the medieval history of India, crucial for prelims. Read further. In medieval India, there existed a complex system of administrative and military designations that … [Read more...] about Important Terms from Medieval Indian History

Which are the important terms in ancient history? What do these terms mean? How are they related to different dynasties? Read further to know more. Important terms in ancient history are a hot topic for UPSC General Science paper 1. Let us discuss the meaning of certain important terms in … [Read more...] about Important Terms in Ancient Indian History

Which are the major Foreign Invasions in India? What were the major consequences of Foreign Invasions? What were their major contributions? Read further to know.    India is frequently referred to as an "Invaders Paradise" by historians. The instability that existed within our nation is cited … [Read more...] about Foreign Invasions in India

Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Gautama Buddha, was a traveling monk and spiritual guide who founded Buddhism during the sixth or fifth century BCE. Read here to know the biography of Gautama Buddha. Gautama Buddha taught that life is full of suffering and unhappiness. This is caused because we … [Read more...] about Gautama Buddha: Biography

What were the important committees and commissions established during the British rule in India? What were their recommendations? Read further to know. The British established numerous committees and commissions in a variety of fields, including education, law enforcement, etc., throughout their … [Read more...] about Important Commissions and Committees During British

Indian Railways is the fourth largest national railway system in the world by size and total route length. The history of Indian railways is more than 150 years old. Read here to learn about the history, present, and future of the Indian Railways. The Indian government owns and operates Indian … [Read more...] about History of Indian Railways

What are the historical landmarks of Qutb Shahi architecture? Why is Charminar considered an example of Indo-Islamic architecture? Read further to know more. The monuments of the Qutb Shahi period represent different building typologies. Golconda Fort, Qutb Shahi Tombs and Charminar, located in … [Read more...] about Qutb Shahi Architecture

Sarojini Naidu was a renowned Indian freedom fighter, political leader, and poetess. She was one the leading women figures in India’s struggle for independence. Read here to know more about her life on her 144th birth anniversary. The independent nation of India owes the feat to the many women … [Read more...] about Sarojini Naidu: The Nightingale of India