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THE PRE-GUPTA PERIOD (Chapter 6) Introduction The later Mauryan or pre-Gupta period started as the Mauryan Empire began to decline. Several rulers came to power and aspired to expand their reign before the Guptas established their hold on India. Learning Objectives In this chapter, you will learn about the: Decline of the Mauryan Empire Native…
RELIGIOUS MOVEMENTS (Chapter 3 – Ancient Indian History) Introduction In 6th century BC, India witnessed emergence of several religious sects. This was primarily due to growing social and religious unrest within the varna-based society. Common people were tired of the complex as well as expensive rituals and sacrifices propagated in the later Vedic period. The…
THE INDUS VALLEY CIVILIZATION Introduction The remains of Indus Culture were first discovered at Harappa (West Punjab) and Mohenjodaro (Sindh). Both these sites are situated now in Pakistan. The findings in these two sites revealed that they were cities. This brought to light a civilization which was first referred to as the ‘Indus Valley Civilization’….
