The Evolution of India: A Journey Through the Formation of New States
Here’s a more comprehensive list of states formed in India and their year of formation,
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Ancient Geographical and Historical Works: Authors and Subjects
Here’s the information of ancient books
Significant events that have shaped its Political, Social, and Economic Landscape.
The modern history of India is filled with significant events that have shaped its political, social, and economic landscape. Some of the key events include: These events, among many others, have had a profound impact on India’s evolution as a modern nation-state. Image Source: https://www.indiaonline.in/guide/modern-india-timeline
Ancient Indian Important books and its Author: Part 2
Here is a list of significant ancient Indian texts that have had a profound impact on philosophy, literature, religion, and culture: Religious and Philosophical Texts Book Title Author/Origin Significance Rigveda Unknown (composed by rishis) One of the oldest sacred texts, part of the Vedas; hymns dedicated to various deities. Upanishads Various sages (composed 800–400 BCE)…
Few Important Book List: Part 1
Book Title Author The Wonder That Was India A.L. Basham The Discovery of India Jawaharlal Nehru Early India: From the Origins to AD 1300 Romila Thapar Ashoka and the Decline of the Mauryas Romila Thapar A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India Upinder Singh Medieval India: From Sultanate to the Mughals (Vol. I &…
Buddha Sangitis/Buddha Council
Council Date Location Purpose Outcome Patron First Buddhist Council c. 483 BCE Rajgir (Rajagriha), India Compile Buddha’s teachings after his Mahaparinirvana. Dhamma recited by Ananda; Vinaya recited by Upali. King Ajatashatru Second Buddhist Council c. 383 BCE Vaishali, India Resolve disputes over monastic discipline (Vinaya). Split into Sthaviras (Elders) and Mahasanghikas (laying the ground for…