The Portuguese were first among the European nations to embark on adventures in the East. The Portuguese were fortunate in their time of arrival. The Sultanates were disintegrating and no Indian state possessed any navy or thought of developing naval powers. The only opposition that stood on the way … [Read more...]
Complete History of Carnatic Wars In India
Carnatic Wars The Carnatic Wars were fought between the English and the French on the Indian soil for supremacy. These wars were fought to decide the rivalry between the English and the French and were directly connected with their rivalry in Europe. These were really part of the great … [Read more...]
First Anglo-Maratha War
This article on "First Anglo-Maratha War" contains an introduction, background, Treaty of Surat, Treaty of Purandar, Battle of Talegaon, final war and Treaty of Salbai, and conclusion. Introduction The First Anglo-Maratha War was fought between the Maratha Army and the British East India … [Read more...]
Wahhabi Movement in India (Bengal)
Whhabi Movement in India - Bengal The centre of the Wahhabi movement in Bengal was Narkelbaria, a village bordering on the thanas of Basirhat and Kalinga in the district of Barasat. Wahabi Movement under Syed Mir Nisar Ali Syed Mir Nisar Ali, popularly known as Titu Mir, was the leader of the … [Read more...]
Biography of Maharaja Ranjit Singh (Founder of Sikh Empire in India)
Who was Maharaja Ranjit Singh? Maharaja Ranjit Singh was the founder of Sikh Empire in India. He was son of Maha Singh, the misldar of Sukerchakia Misl. Ranjit Singh was born on 13 November, 1780. Early Life The importance of the misl increased during the reign of Maha Singh. Taking advantage … [Read more...]
The Faraizi Movement
Faraizi Movement The Faraizi Movement was founded by Haji Shariatullah, which became very popular among the Muslim peasantry in various districts of Bengal during the British Rule. Shariatullah went to Mecca at The age of 18 and there came into contact with the Wahabis. Returning to his country … [Read more...]
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