Introduction The medieval period of Indian history, marked by the rise of various regional kingdoms, witnessed a rich synthesis of art, architecture, and culture. Among these regional powers, the Sharqi Sultanate of Jaunpur holds a special place in the history of northern India. Established after the decline of the Delhi Sultanate’s Tughlaq dynasty in the…
Introduction The Bhakti Movement was one of the most transformative socio-religious movements in Indian history, emerging between the 7th and 17th centuries CE. It played a pivotal role in reshaping India’s spiritual, cultural, and social fabric. The movement emphasized devotion (bhakti) to a personal god as the path to salvation, rather than ritualism, caste hierarchy,…
Introduction The decline of the Mughal Empire in the 18th century created a political vacuum in northern India. The once-centralized authority of Delhi weakened under the combined pressures of internal corruption, administrative inefficiency, and external invasions. In this context, several regional powers emerged, asserting autonomy while maintaining nominal allegiance to the Mughal throne. Among these,…