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The Indus Valley Civilization: Foundations of Urban Culture in Ancient India

The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), one of the world’s earliest urban cultures, emerged around 250…

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The Indus Valley Civilization: Foundations of Urban Culture in Ancient India

The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), one of the world’s earliest urban cultures, emerged around 250…

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Vedic Civilization: Evolution of Society and Thought in Ancient India

The Vedic Civilization, which followed the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization, marks the form…

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Mahajanapadas and the Rise of Kingdoms in Ancient India

The Mahajanapada period (c. 600–300 BCE) marks a significant transformation in Indian political his…

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The Rise of the Mauryan Empire under Chandragupta Maurya

The Mauryan Empire (321–185 BCE), founded by Chandragupta Maurya, was the first pan-Indian empire t…

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Emperor Ashoka and the Spread of Buddhism

Emperor Ashoka (r. 268–232 BCE), one of India’s greatest rulers, transformed from a ruthless conque…

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Decline of the Mauryan Empire

The Mauryan Empire, once the largest and most powerful political and military empire in ancient Ind…

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The Rise of the Shunga Dynasty and the Brahmanical Revival

The Shunga Dynasty emerged after the fall of the Mauryan Empire, marking a significant political an…

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The Satavahana Dynasty – Bridging North and South India

The Satavahana Dynasty emerged after the decline of the Mauryas, becoming a powerful political forc…

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The Indo-Greek and Kushan Invasions – Crossroads of Cultures

The Indo-Greek and Kushan invasions between the 2nd century BCE and 3rd century CE brought Central …

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The Sangam Age – Literature, Trade, and Tamilakam’s Golden Past

The Sangam Age (circa 300 BCE – 300 CE) refers to the flourishing era of Tamil literature, culture,…

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Mauryan Empire – Political Centralization and Ashoka’s Dhamma

The Mauryan Empire (c. 322 BCE – 185 BCE) was the first major pan-Indian empire, established by Cha…

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Post-Mauryan Age – Indo-Greeks, Shakas, Kushans, and Cultural Exchanges

After the fall of the Mauryan Empire in 185 BCE, northern India saw the rise of several foreign dyn…

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The Rise and Achievements of the Gupta Empire (c. 320–550 CE)

The Gupta Empire, which ruled large parts of northern and central India from the 4th to 6th century…

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Post-Gupta Period and the Rise of Regional Kingdoms (c. 550–750 CE)

The decline of the Gupta Empire around the mid-6th century CE led to the emergence of multiple regi…

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Pallavas and Chalukyas: South India’s Classical Kingdoms (c. 6th–8th Century CE)

The Pallavas and Chalukyas were two dominant South Indian dynasties that flourished between the 6th…

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Rashtrakutas and Their Contributions to Art and Empire (c. 8th–10th Century CE)

The Rashtrakutas were a powerful dynasty from the Deccan region who ruled large parts of India from…

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Pandyas and Cheras: Southern Trade and Cultural Flourishing (c. 6th Century BCE – 13th Century CE)

The Pandyas and Cheras were two ancient Tamil dynasties based in southern India. Known for their ex…

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The Rise of the Maurya Empire and the Role of Chandragupta Maurya

An in-depth exploration of how Chandragupta Maurya built the Maurya Empire from fragmented territor…

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The Reign of Bindusara – Consolidation and Expansion of the Maurya Empire

A comprehensive look into Bindusara’s role in strengthening the Mauryan Empire after Chandragupta’s…

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Foundation and Expansion of the Delhi Sultanate

This blog explores the origins, establishment, and expansion of the Delhi Sultanate in India, highl…

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Alauddin Khalji’s Market Reforms and Military Expansion

This blog delves into the revolutionary market reforms and military strategies of Alauddin Khalji, …

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Muhammad bin Tughlaq’s Ambitious Experiments and Their Consequences

This blog explores the bold and experimental rule of Muhammad bin Tughlaq, known for his visionary …

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Firoz Shah Tughlaq’s Welfare State and Religious Orthodoxy

This blog explores the reign of Firoz Shah Tughlaq, the third ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty, focusin…

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Rise of the Vijayanagara Empire: Foundation, Expansion, and Administration

This blog examines the origins and rise of the Vijayanagara Empire (1336–1646 CE), one of the most …

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Bahmani Sultanate: Origin, Administration, and Cultural Contributions

This blog explores the Bahmani Sultanate (1347–1527 CE), the first independent Islamic kingdom in t…

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Delhi Sultanate under the Tughlaq Dynasty: Reforms, Failures, and Legacy

This blog explores the Tughlaq Dynasty (1320–1414 CE), the third ruling dynasty of the Delhi Sultan…

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Vijayanagara Empire: Rise, Administration, Culture, and Downfall

The Vijayanagara Empire (1336–1646 CE) was one of the most powerful South Indian kingdoms that emer…

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Bahmani Kingdom: Origin, Culture, and Struggle with Vijayanagara

The Bahmani Kingdom (1347–1527 CE) was the first independent Islamic kingdom in South India, formed…

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Delhi Sultanate in the South: Influence on the Deccan

The Delhi Sultanate, originally based in North India, extended its influence deep into the Deccan b…

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Krishna Deva Raya: The Philosopher King and His Administration

Krishna Deva Raya, the greatest ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire (1509–1529 CE), is remembered as a…

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Battle of Talikota (1565) and the Decline of the Vijayanagara Empire

The Battle of Talikota, fought in 1565 CE, was a catastrophic turning point that led to the dramati…

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Mughal Empire: Rise under Babur and Humayun

The foundation of the Mughal Empire under Babur and its survival through turbulent years under Huma…

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Akbar the Great: Expansion and Consolidation of the Mughal Empire

Akbar the Great, the third emperor of the Mughal Empire, is remembered as one of the most visionary…

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Jahangir and Shah Jahan: Continuity, Culture, and the Peak of Mughal Aesthetics

Jahangir and Shah Jahan, successors of Akbar, continued the legacy of the Mughal Empire through pol…

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Aurangzeb: Orthodoxy, Expansion, and the Seeds of Decline

Aurangzeb Alamgir, the sixth Mughal emperor, was a devout orthodox ruler whose reign marked the emp…

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Later Mughals and the Decline of the Empire (1707–1857)

After Aurangzeb's death in 1707, the Mughal Empire entered a prolonged phase of decline. Successors…

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The Maratha Confederacy: Rise, Expansion, and Conflicts with the Mughals and British

The Maratha Confederacy emerged as a dominant political and military force in 18th-century India. B…

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The Rise and Fall of the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh

The Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh was a rare example of a powerful and secular indigenous…

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Bhakti and Sufi Movements: Spiritual Awakening in Medieval India

The Bhakti and Sufi movements, emerging in medieval India, transformed the spiritual and cultural l…

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Mughal Administration: Centralization, Mansabdari, and Provincial Governance

The Mughal Empire established one of the most sophisticated and centralized administrative systems …

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Rise of the Marathas: Shivaji, Administration, and Expansion

The emergence of the Marathas as a dominant force in 17th-century India changed the course of subco…

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Peshwa Administration and the Expansion of Maratha Power in North India

After Shivaji’s death, the Maratha Empire evolved into a powerful confederacy under the leadership …

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Third Battle of Panipat (1761): Causes, Course, and Consequences

The Third Battle of Panipat, fought in 1761 between the Marathas and Ahmad Shah Abdali’s Afghan arm…

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Decline of the Mughal Empire: Internal Weaknesses and External Pressures

The Mughal Empire, once the most powerful and wealthy empire in India, began to disintegrate in the…

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Establishment of British Power in India: From Trading Company to Political Empire

The British came to India as traders under the East India Company but eventually transformed into r…

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The Revolt of 1857: Causes, Events, and Consequences

The Revolt of 1857 marked a significant uprising against British colonial rule in India. Though it …

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Social Reform Movements in 19th Century India: Bridging Tradition and Modernity

The 19th century in India witnessed a wave of social reform movements aimed at eradicating regressi…

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Formation of the Indian National Congress (1885): The Birth of Political Awakening in India

The formation of the Indian National Congress (INC) in 1885 marked a historic milestone in India’s …

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Partition of Bengal (1905): Divide and Rule Strategy and the Rise of Extremist Nationalism

The partition of Bengal in 1905 by Lord Curzon marked a turning point in India's freedom struggle. …

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The Surat Split (1907): Clash of Moderates and Extremists in the Indian National Congress

The Surat Split in 1907 marked the ideological division within the Indian National Congress between…

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The Home Rule Movement (1916): Laying the Foundation for Self-Governance

Launched during World War I, the Home Rule Movement was a significant phase in India’s freedom stru…

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The Lucknow Pact (1916): A Rare Moment of Hindu-Muslim Unity

The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was a landmark agreement between the Indian National Congress and the All-…

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The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms and the Government of India Act, 1919: A Step Forward or a Tactical Delay?

The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, legislated through the Government of India Act, 1919, were a signif…

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The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920–22): Gandhi’s Mass Awakening of India

Launched by Mahatma Gandhi in response to the Rowlatt Act, Jallianwala Bagh massacre, and Khilafat …

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Simon Commission and Nehru Report (1927–28): Rejection, Resistance, and the Quest for Dominion Status

The Simon Commission (1927) was a British initiative to review constitutional progress in India but…

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Lahore Session of 1929 and the Demand for Purna Swaraj: The Tricolour of Defiance

The Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress in 1929, presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru, mark…

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Civil Disobedience Movement (1930–34): Salt, Satyagraha, and the Spirit of Rebellion

The Civil Disobedience Movement, launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930, was a nationwide campaign of n…

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Round Table Conferences (1930–1932): Dialogues Amidst Dissonance

The Round Table Conferences, held in London between 1930 and 1932, were an ambitious attempt by the…

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Government of India Act 1935: The Last Colonial Blueprint

The Government of India Act, 1935 was the most extensive constitutional reform introduced by the Br…

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Quit India Movement (1942): A Call for “Do or Die”

The Quit India Movement, launched in August 1942, was one of the most intense and widespread mass m…

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Indian National Army and Subhas Chandra Bose: The Armed Resistance Against Empire

The Indian National Army (INA), led by the charismatic Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, aimed to overthr…

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The Royal Indian Navy Revolt (1946): Mutiny That Rocked the Empire

The Royal Indian Navy Revolt of 1946 was a spontaneous uprising by Indian naval ratings against Bri…

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The Mountbatten Plan and the Partition of India (1947): Final Steps to Freedom

The Mountbatten Plan, announced in June 1947, was the last official blueprint that led to the Parti…

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Integration of Princely States and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Role: The Iron Man’s Mission to Unite India

After Independence in 1947, one of India's biggest internal challenges was integrating over 560 pri…

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Formation and Adoption of the Indian Constitution: The Framing of a Republic

After centuries of colonial rule, India not only had to gain independence but also establish a demo…

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Nagara style of Temple Architecture and its regional variations

This blog delves into the Nagara style of temple architecture, one of the major schools of temple d…

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Dravida Style of Temple Architecture and Its Features

This blog explores the Dravida style of temple architecture, a prominent form that developed in Sou…

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The Legacy and Philosophy of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati

Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati (1824–1883), a revolutionary social and religious reformer of 19th-cen…

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The Arya Samaj Movement and Its Impact on Indian Society

Founded by Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati in 1875, the Arya Samaj emerged as a powerful socio-religio…

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India’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) and the UNESCO list

India's Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) embodies the spirit of the nation’s living traditions—ri…

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Tribal Art and Culture of India: Warli, Gond, and Santhal Traditions

India’s tribal art and culture represent some of the oldest and most vibrant living traditions in t…

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The syncretic nature of Sufi and Bhakti movements in promoting social harmony

The Sufi and Bhakti movements, which emerged in medieval India, played a pivotal role in shaping th…

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Contributions of ancient India to Science and Mathematics (e.g., metallurgy, astronomy)

Ancient India made monumental contributions to science and mathematics long before the emergence of…

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Development of Rock-Cut Architecture from Mauryan caves to Pallava Rathas

Rock-cut architecture in India represents one of the most remarkable forms of structural ingenuity,…

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Maritime history of ancient and medieval India: Trade, cultural exchange, and naval power

India’s strategic location between the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal turned it into a maritime …

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The role and status of women in the Vedic and post-Vedic periods

The position of women in ancient India evolved drastically from the Vedic period to the post-Vedic …

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The influence of Buddhist art and philosophy on Southeast Asian culture

Buddhism, originating in India, spread far beyond its birthplace and left a profound impact on the …

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Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy was a visionary reformer and intellectual who laid the foundation of modern Indi…

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Swami Vivekananda

Swami Vivekananda was a towering spiritual leader and a key figure in India's cultural and national…

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Swami Dayananda Saraswati

Swami Dayananda Saraswati (1824–1883) was a fearless social and religious reformer of 19th-century …

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Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar

Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar (1820–1891) was a pioneering educationist, reformer, writer, and humanist…

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Sri Ramakrishna Paramhamsa

Sri Ramakrishna Paramhamsa (1836–1886) was a mystic saint, spiritual teacher, and a key figure in t…

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Rani Lakshmibai: The Warrior Queen of Jhansi

Rani Lakshmibai (1828–1858), popularly known as the Queen of Jhansi, remains one of the most iconic…

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Dr. B. R. Ambedkar: The Architect of Modern India's Social Justice

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a visionary social reformer, jurist, economist, and the principal archi…

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Jyotirao Phule: The Pioneer of Social Reform and Education in Modern India

Jyotirao Govindrao Phule was a fearless social reformer, educationist, and thinker who laid the fou…

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Gopal Krishna Gokhale: The Moderate Reformer and Mentor of Gandhi

Gopal Krishna Gokhale was one of the most influential political leaders and social reformers of the…

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Bal Gangadhar Tilak: The Father of Indian Unrest and the Awakening of National Consciousness

Bal Gangadhar Tilak was one of the most dynamic and influential leaders of the Indian independence …

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Annie Besant: The Theosophist, Reformer, and Catalyst for Indian Nationalism

Annie Besant, a British socialist, theosophist, and orator, played a pivotal role in India's socio-…

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Dadabhai Naoroji: The Grand Old Man of India and the Architect of Economic Nationalism

Dadabhai Naoroji was a pioneering nationalist leader, educator, and economic thinker who laid the i…

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Gopal Krishna Gokhale: The Liberal Reformer and Mentor of Mahatma Gandhi

Gopal Krishna Gokhale was a visionary Indian political leader, social reformer, and moderate nation…

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Bal Gangadhar Tilak: Father of Indian Unrest and Champion of Swaraj

Bal Gangadhar Tilak was one of the most influential leaders of India’s early nationalist movement. …

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Bhagat Singh: The Revolutionary Who Lit the Flame of Freedom

Bhagat Singh was one of India's most iconic revolutionary freedom fighters, remembered for his fear…

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Lala Lajpat Rai: The Lion of Punjab and a Voice of Assertive Nationalism

Lala Lajpat Rai, often referred to as the “Punjab Kesari” (Lion of Punjab), was one of the most pro…

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Robert Clive (1754-1767)

Robert Clive, also known as Clive of India, was a British military officer and colonial administrat…

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Warren Hastings (1772–1785): The First Governor-General of India

Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of Bengal and later of all British India (1772–1785)…

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Lord Cornwallis (1786–1793): Reformer of British Administration in India

Lord Cornwallis, the second Governor-General of India (1786–1793), is remembered primarily for his …

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Lord Wellesley (1798–1805): Architect of British Supremacy through Subsidiary Alliance

Lord Richard Wellesley, Governor-General of India from 1798 to 1805, played a pivotal role in expan…

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Tipu Sultan: The Tiger of Mysore and the Struggle Against British Colonialism

Tipu Sultan, the ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore (1782–1799), was one of the fiercest opponents of B…

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DEVELOPMENT OF CIVIL SERVICES

The civil services in India have evolved from a colonial instrument of control under the British Ra…

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Champaran Satyagraha

The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 marked Mahatma Gandhi’s first active intervention in Indian politi…

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