India was afterwards ruled directly by the British Crown, in the British Raj. After World War I, a nationwide struggle for independence was launched by the Indian National Congress, led by …

3 days ago · The earliest periods of Indian history are known only through reconstructions from archaeological evidence. Since the late 20th century, much new data has emerged, allowing a far …

An exploration of India's history, from the Indus River Valley civilization, through the Mughal period to present day.

This section on the history of India covers the history of ancient, medieval and modern India, including famous historical personalities and important events.

India is a country in South Asia whose name comes from the Indus River. The name 'Bharata' is used as a designation for the country in their constitution referencing the ancient mythological emperor, …

It is difficult to say exactly when human civilization began in India, which is also known as the Indus Valley, according to archaeological information. The earliest signs of human life in the area date to …

Explore the full sweep of ancient Indian history — from the earliest human presence on the subcontinent to the magnificent cities of the Indus Valley, the spiritual revolution of the Vedic Age, the great …

From the Indus Valley Civilization to the Maurya and Gupta empires, experience India's cultural evolution through ancient texts, the rise of the Mughal Empire, and the struggle for independence led …

Explore the rich, complex history of India — from the Indus Valley Civilization and Mughal Empire to British rule, independence, and modern democracy.

Explore the rich history of India, from its earliest human activity and ancient civilizations like the Harappan and Vedic Aryans, through the rise and fall of empires such as the Mauryan, Gupta, and …