History of India is extensive collection of evidences and sources narrated from the Indus Valley civilisation till Indian independence movement.
History of India is believed to be amongst the grandest epics of the world history which dates back to ancient periods, nearly above 75, 000 years ago.
Pre-Historic Period of IndiaSources of history of India such as coins and coinage, manuscripts and ancient texts narrate the story of creation of the country. Lead, copper, bronze and tin handicrafts were produced during this time.
Early Historic Period of India During the period from 1500 to 500 BCE, the Vedic Period existed which introduced the 'Indo-Aryan' culture to India that comprised Vedic texts, composed in Sanskrit language.
This period also consists of the 'Golden Age of India', the regime of the mighty Gupta Empire which dates from 320 to 550 CE. The country excelled in spheres of religion, philosophy, mathematics, literature, arts, astronomy, science and technology and Hindu culture.
Medieval History of India
The Delhi Sultanate rose in power during the 12th and 13th centuries, wherein the
former Slave Dynasty, Delhi captured enormous areas of land in northern India and Khilji Dynasty conquered large tracts of central India.
Post-Mughal History of IndiaIndia, during the post-Mughal period was ruled by the Marathas who rose to power quickly after the Mughals by 18th century, thanks to Shivaji, the legendary Maratha ruler of the Bhonsles.
Modern History of IndiaIndo-European trade commenced in India following the discovery a sea route to the nation by Vasco da Gama in 1498. Portuguese, British and Dutch arrived and the Jahangir permitted British East India Company to carry out commercial activities here.
A saga of political, social and cultural upheavals led to the Indian independence movement.Read More :- History Of India
