The Brahmi script is one of the oldest writing systems in the Indian subcontinent and a critical cornerstone in the history of writing in South Asia. Here is a comprehensive overview of its key aspects:…
During the Indus Valley Civilization (circa 3300–1300 BCE), which thrived in what is today Pakistan and northwest India, a variety of goods were exported. The archaeological evidence and historical analysis suggest the following exports: Trade…
During the height of the Maratha Empire, which flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries, the Marathas were involved in various forms of trade and commerce. The region they controlled, particularly the western parts of…
During the Chola dynasty, which flourished in South India from around the 9th to the 13th century CE, India was a major center of trade and commerce, both within the Indian subcontinent and with foreign…
The Vijayanagara Empire, which flourished in South India from the 14th to 17th centuries, was a significant center of trade and commerce. During its heyday, the empire engaged in extensive trade both within the Indian…
Since 2014, India has undergone significant transformations across various sectors. Here are some key changes: These transformations have had varying impacts across different sections of society and regions of the country, and while progress has…
During the Gupta Dynasty, which spanned from around 320 CE to 550 CE, India experienced a period of great prosperity and cultural flourishing. The Gupta Empire was known for its extensive trade networks and vibrant…
The Maurya Empire, which existed from around 322 BCE to 185 BCE, had a well-developed administrative structure that played a crucial role in governing its vast territories. Here are the key components of the administrative…
During the Maurya Empire, trade and commerce flourished, facilitated by a network of well-established trade routes both within the empire and with regions beyond its borders. Here’s a glimpse of what exports were like during…
The Royal Indian Navy (RIN) Mutiny of 1946 had a profound impact on the British authorities’ perception of their control over India. Internal British reports and analyses following the mutiny reflect the alarm and concern…