Download or read book Ancient Indian History for Civil Services Examination written by R P Meena and published by New Era Publication. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ANCIENT INDIAN HISTORY For UPSC PSC and Other Exams Chapter 1: Prehistory and Protohistoric © Stone Age in India Ø Palaeolithic Age Ø Neolithic Age © Metal Age in India Ø Chalcolithic cultures Ø Bronze Age- Indus civilization – Major sites – features of urbanization – decline Chapter 2: Vedic Age © Sources Ø Vedic literature Ø Archaeological evidences Ø PGW sites © Rig Vedic © Eastward Movements of Vedic People- Later Vedic phases © Iron Age in north India © Society – Varna -- Polity – Gana – Vidatha – Sabha – Samiti © Economy – Pastoralism – Gavisthi © Religion Chapter 3: Urbanisation in the Gangetic Basin © Buddhism and Jainism © 16 Mahajanapadas – Monarchy and Ganasamghas © Second urbanisation – features © Rise of Magadha © Mauryan Rule – Arthasastra- Asoka and Dhamma © Satavahanas – Land Grants © Legacies of the Guptas – Art – Architecture – Religion – Science – Literature – Philosophy- Transitions in Varna and Jati © Post Gupta developments – Harsha – Rashtrakutas -- Palas – Arabs in Sind Chapter 4: Practice MCQs Preface It gives me immense pleasure in presenting the latest edition of the Ancient History of India, useful for UPSC and State PSC civil services examination, SSC, NDA, CDS, LIC and other government departments. This book deals with the relevant features and topics of Ancient History of India in a systematic and comprehensive manner by the use of simple and concise language for easy and quick understanding. I hope that the readers will find this book user friendly and helpful in preparation of their examinations. I look forwarded to have the views, comment, suggestions and criticism from readers which would definitely help in further improvement of the book. I would like to heartfelt thanks to all my friends, family members, and the team members of myupsc (Study Portal) for their efforts to publishing the book. Wish you happy reading and best wishes for the examinations. Two words from Author… Don't live in the shadows of people's judgement. Make your own choices in the light of your own wisdom. Don't let anyone's opinion of which you should be friends or live with, dictate who you will be friends or live with. People will talk. They shall say some terrible things. But that doesn't mean you have to listen to everyone. Never ever worry about - log kya kahenge. At the end of the day, you are the only one who will face the consequences of your actions, so don't let other people make your decisions for you. “You can’t cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water.” – Tagore This famous quote is from Rabindranath Tagore’s drama ‘The King of Dark Chamber’. One can’t cross a river by merely standing and staring. Similarly, one can’t clear the competitive exams, by dreaming and reading success stories. One has to take a step and leap forward. One has to overcome the procrastination and should start reading the best and necessary material as per syllabus to succeed in the exam. The hardest thing in life is which bridge to cross and which to burn.” - Bertrand Russell Knowledge and hard work are not sufficient to clear the exams. To succeed, one has to do smart work. One should know what the most scoring areas in the preliminary are and the main examination, one should know which books have to be read and which books have to be avoided to become an officer with minimum efforts, aspirants have to be tactful. Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” – Buddha This Buddha’s quote is not only applicable to the journey of your life, but also to your exam preparation. Realize the power of the ‘now’ and make the most out of your present. If you failed to study yesterday, don’t get carried away with that disappointment. Start every day a fresh and study with focus every day. “Genius is 1% talent and 99% percent hard work.” – Einstein Many aspirants think that only those having inborn talent can become officers. But, this is not true. It is only with your sheer hard, you can succeed in any competitive exams. With only your persistent and disciplined hard work, you can complete the syllabus and succeed in any exam. In life, one cannot achieve success without facing failures. Don’t get disheartened when you are not able to clear the exam in one or more attempt. One must know that failure is a very normal thing. Analyse your mistakes in your previous attempt, learn from them and prepare an action plan and execute it. Success will be yours. Arise, awake, and, stop not till the goal is reached. - Swami Vivekananda

Download or read book India s Ancient Past written by R.S. Sharma and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2006-09-18 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a complete and accessible description of the history of early India. It starts by discussing the origins and growth of civilizations, empires, and religions. It also deals with the geographical, ecological, and linguistic backgrounds, and looks at specific cultures of the Neolithic, Chalcolithic, and Vedic periods, as well as at the Harappan civilization. In addition, the rise of Jainism and Buddhism, Magadha and the beginning of territorial states, and the period of Mauryas, Central Asian countries, Satvahanas, Guptas, and Harshavardhana are also analysed. Next, it stresses varna system, urbanization, commerce and trade, developments in science and philosophy, and cultural legacy. Finally, the process of transition from ancient to medieval India and the origin of the Aryan culture has also been examined.

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Download or read book The Pearson Indian History Manual for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination written by Singh and published by Pearson Education India. This book was released on with total page 770 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book ANCIENT MEDIEVAL INDIAN HISTORY BY IAS NETWORK written by IAS NETWORK and published by IAS NETWORK. This book was released on with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient & Medieval Indian History Notes

Download or read book Magbook Indian History for Civil services prelims state PCS other Competitive Exam 2022 written by Janmenjay Sahni and published by Arihant Publications India limited. This book was released on 2021-12-20 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. Magbook series deals with the preliminary examinations for civil series. 2. It’s a 2 in 1 series offers advantages of both Magazine and book. 3. The entire syllabus of Indian History divided into 29 Chapters. 4. Focuses on the Topics and Trends of question asked in Previous Years? Questions. 5. Offers Chapterwise Practice and well detailed explanations the previous Years? questions. 6. More than 3000 MCQs for the revision of the topics. 7. 5 Practice sets and 2 Previous Years solved Papers sets for thorough practice. 8. The book uses easy language for quick understanding. Fresh and New like a Magazine, Deep & Comprehensive like a book… Here’s presenting the revised edition of Magbook Indian History that is designed to provide complete syllabus of general studies’ portion of the UPSC and State PCS examination. Serving as resource book, it proves to be an extremely useful tool for the aspirants as the book is divided into 29 chapters covering all the topics in a concise and note format. Apart from paying attention to theories, sheer focus is given to the topics & trends of Questions provided in previous years’ civil services exams, Chapterwise practice questions are also mentioned to help students in easy remembrance and quick revision and lastly, Subjectwise detailed explanations of previous civil services exams. Including topical coverage of syllabus and previous years’ questions with more than 3000 MCQs, this Magbook of Indian History is a must for civil services (Pre) Examination, state PCS and other competitive exams. TOC ancient, medieval and modern history: The Stone Age, Indus Valley civilisation, the Vedic age, The first territorial states, the religious movement of Mahajanapadas age, The Mauryan empire, the Sangam age, post Mauryan period (200 BC - AD 300), The Gupta age, The post: Gupta era (AD 550 -750), the Sultanate of Delhi, provincial kingdoms, religious movement, the Mughal empire, the Maratha empire, Mughal decline and rise of regional states, emergence of European powers in India, tribal and peasant uprisings, Governor generals and Viceroys, development of modern education and press, revolt of 1857, Social and religion reforms, movements, growth of nationalism and struggle for independence (1885 - 1919), struggle for independence second Phase (1919 - 1927), struggle for independence third Phase (1927-1939), struggle for forth Phase (1940-1947), religion and philosophy, music, dance, theatre, and festivals, Indian architecture and festivals, Indian architecture and painting schools, chronological Panorama of Ind ian history, glossary, practice sets (1-5), previous years’ solved papers set 1, Previous years’ solved papers set 2.

Download or read book A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India written by Upinder Singh and published by Pearson Education India. This book was released on 2008 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic Approach Developed as a comprehensive introductory work for scholars and students of ancient and early medieval Indian history, this books provides the most exhaustive overview of the subject. Dividing the vast historical expanse from the stone age to the 12th century into broad chronological units, it constructs profiles of various geographical regions of the subcontinent, weaving together and analysing an unparalleled range of literary and archaeological evidence. Dealing with prehistory and protohistory of the subcontinent in considerable detail, the narrative of the historical period breaks away from conventional text-based history writing. Providing a window into the world primary sources, it incorporates a large volume of archaeological data, along with literary, epigraphic, and numismatic evidence. Revealing the ways in which our past is constructed, it explains fundamental concepts, and illuminates contemporary debates, discoveries, and research. Situating prevailing historical debates in their contexts, Ancient and Early Medieval India presents balanced assessments, encouraging readers to independently evaluate theories, evidence, and arguments. Beautifully illustrated with over four hundred photographs, maps, and figures, Ancient and Early Medieval India helps visualize and understand the extraordinarily rich and varied remains of the ancient past of Indian subcontinent. It offers a scholarly and nuanced yet lucid account of India s early past, and will surely transform the discovery of this past into an exciting experience. Tabel of Contents List of photographs List of maps List of figures About the author Preface Acknowledgements A readers guide 1. Understanding Literary and Archaeological Sources 2. Hunter-Gatherers of the Palaeolithic and Mesolithic Ages 3. The Transition to Food Production: Neolithic,Neolithic Chalcolithic, and Chalcolithic Villages, c. 7000 2000 bce 4. The Harappan Civilization, c. 2600 1900 bce 5. Cultural Transitions: Images from Texts and Archaeology, c. 2000 600 bce 6. Cities, Kings, and Renunciants: North India, c. 600 300 bce 7. Power and Piety: The Maurya Empire, c. 324 187 bce 8. Interaction and Innovation, c. 200 BCE 300 ce 9. Aesthetics and Empire, c. 300 600 ce 10. Emerging Regional Configurations, c. 600 1200 ce Note on diacritics Glossary Further readings References Index Author Bio Upinder Singh is Professor in the Department of History at the University of Delhi. She taught history at St. Stephen s College, Delhi, from 1981 until 2004, after which she joined the faculty of the Department of History at the University of Delhi. Professor Singh s wide range of research interests and expertise include the analysis of ancient and early medieval inscriptions; social and economic history; religious institutions and patrona≥ history of archaeology; and modern history of ancient monuments. Her research papers have been published in various national and international journals. Her published books include: Kings, Brahmanas, and Temples in Orissa: An Epigraphic Study (AD 300 1147) (1994); Ancient Delhi (1999; 2nd edn., 2006); a book for children, Mysteries of the Past: Archaeological Sites in India (2002); The Discovery of Ancient India: Early Archaeologists and the Beginnings of Archaeology (2004); and Delhi: Ancient History (edited, 2006).

Download or read book Ancient Indian History and Civilization written by Sailendra Nath Sen and published by New Age International. This book was released on 1999 with total page 672 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Single-Volume Study Of Ancient Indian History Delineating The Various Facets, Both Political And Cultural, And Incorporating The Fruits Of Recent Researches That Have Abundantly Appeared Since 1950, Has Not Been Attempted Before. Author Has Tried To Maintain A Delicate Balance Between Political History And Social, Economic And Cultural History Of Ancient India.The Book Covers The Pre-Historic India, The Vedic Age, The Post-Vedic Civilization, North India In The Sixth Century B.C. It Also Explains New Religious Movements And Their Socio-Economic Background, Maurya Age, Political Disintegration And Foreign Invasions. The Gupta Empire, The Prominence Of North Under Harshavardhana And Its Eclipse, Bengal Under The Palas And The Senas, Dynasties Of North India, Arabs And Turks In India, Indias Intercourse With The Outside World, Have Been Discussed In Depth.History Of Deccan And South India, Hitherto Not Given Due Weightage And Culture And Civilization Of Ancient India In All Its Variegated Hues, Have Received Due Attention. Some New Topics Like Espionage, Slavery, Guilds, Urbanisation, Feudalism And Science And Technology In Ancient India, Have Been Incorporated To Make The Book As Uptodate As Possible. Apart From Meeting The Requirements Of Undergraduate And Postgraduate Students Of Indian Universities, The Book Will Serve As A Useful Guide To Candidates For Civil Service Examination (Both Preliminary And Main).

Download or read book Ancient India a Source Book for Civil Services Examination written by Government of India and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book History of Ancient India written by Rama Shankar Tripathi and published by Motilal Banarsidass. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The object of this volume is to provide within a moderate compass a compendious account of the history, institutions, and culture of ancient India from the dim ages of antiquity to the establishment of Moslem rule. It has not been planned to meet the needs of any particular class of readers. Its primary purpose is to serve alike students, scholars, and all others, interested in the study of ancient Indian history, as a book of ready use and reference. The pages which follow every attempt has been made to avoid presenting a mass of the dry bones of historical fact or over-burdening the account with intricate discussions on knotty problems of history, on the one hand, and giving a mere general and readable survey of India's long and fascinating past, on the other. I have endeavoured to tap and utilise properly the available sources of information, literary, epigraphic, and numismatic, and also to embody and set forth in a consistent manner the results of up-to-date researches on different topics and epochs. All the materials have been patiently sifted and critically examined with the sole desire to arrive at historical truth and scientific accuracy; and the unfortunate tendency, manifest in some modern publications, to extol or decry without warrant any of the manifolds aspects of India's panoramic story, has been scrupulously eschewed This book gives an authoritative, up-to-date, and compendious account of the history, institutions and culture of India from the earliest times to the advent of the Moslem period. It is based on all available materials - literary, epigraphic, and numismatic - and is written in a most elegant, sober, and lucid style. The author brings to bear upon his task not only profound scholarship and critical acumen but also scrupulous regard for historical truth, the accuracy of facts and impartiality of judgement. The merit of the book has been enhanced by an exhaustive Bibliography and a comprehensive Index. Students, scholars and the general reader alike will find the book highly interesting, useful and valuable for study and references.

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