Brief History of India:
Indian history is a rich tapestry woven with millennia of events, figures, and cultures that have shaped the nation’s identity.
Understanding this historical journey is essential for aspirants of Indian competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, CDA, NDA and other important exams. A profound grasp of ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history empowers candidates to comprehend the nation’s evolution, socio-political dynamics, and cultural heritage.
Moreover, historical awareness nurtures a well-rounded perspective, honing critical thinking and decision-making skills crucial for excelling in competitive exams and contributing meaningfully to India’s future.
Indian History can be divided into four parts :
| 1. Ancient India | 2. Medieval India |
| 3. Modern India | 4. Art and Culture |
Important Sub Topics in Ancient Indian History.
| 1. Indian History Timeline | 2. Pre-Historic Period | 3. Indus Valley Civilization |
| 4. Vedic literature | 5. Jainism & Buddhism | 6. Mahajanapadas |
| 7. Mauryan empire | 8. Post-Mauryan | 9. Gupta Period |
| 10. Vardhana Dynasty | 11. South Indian Dynasties | 12. Sangam period |
Important Sub Topics in Medieval Indian History.
| 1. Early Medieval Period | 2. Cholas and Others | 3. Muslim invasions |
| 4. Delhi Sultanate | 5. Vijayanagara Empire | 6. Bhakti Movement |
| 7. Sufi Movement | 8. Mughal Empire | 9. Afghan Interlude |
| 10. Later Mughals | 11. Mughal Literature & Architecture | 12. Marathas |
Important Sub Topics in Modern Indian History.
| 1. The Advent of Europeans | 2. Governor- General Of Bengal | 3. Governor- Generals Of India |
| 4. The Carnatic Wars | 2. Governor-General Of Bengal | 6. Doctrine of Lapse |
| 5. Anglo-Maratha Wars | 8. Doctrine of Lapse | 9. Land Revenue System |
| 10. Revolt of 1857 | 11. Social & Cultural Uprisings | 12. National movements |
| 13. Indigo Revolt | 14. Indian National Congress | 15. Partition of Bengal |
| 16. Swadeshi Movement | 17. Muslim League (1906) | 18. Surat Session of INC (1907) |
| 19. Ghadar Party Movement (1913) | 20. Champaran Satyagraha (1917) | 21. Home Rule Leagues (1916) |
| 22. Lucknow Pact (1916) | 23. Ahmedabad Satyagraha (1918) | 24. Kheda Satyagraha (1918) |
| 25. Jallianwala Bagh (1919) | 26. Khilafat Movement (1920 | 27. Non-Cooperation Movement (1920) |
| 28. Simon Commission (1927) | 29. Revolutionary Movements | 30. Lahore Session or Poorna Swaraj (1929) |
| 31. Civil Disobedience Movement | 32. First Round Table Conference | 33. The Communal Award |
| 34. Lahore Resolution of League | 35. August Offer (1940) | 36. Cripps Mission (1942) |
| 37. Quit India Movement (1942) | 38. Indian National Army | 39. Shimla Conference |
| 40. Cabinet Mission Plan (1946) | 41. Constituent Assembly | 42. Mountbatten Plan (1947) |
| 43. Partition of India | 44. Important national Leaders | 45. Indian Independence Act 1947 |
