Biography of Prithviraj Chauhan (Prithviraj III)
Posted in History of Medieval India by Rajiv Singh On October 25, 2013
Prithviraj Chauhan, also known as Prithviraj III, was a King of Chauhan Dynasty during the second half of the 12th century. He was the ruler of the Hindu Kingdom of Ajmer and Delhi in North India. He was born in 1149 A.D. Prithviraj
Mauryan Art and Architecture
Posted in The Mauryan Empire by Rajiv Singh On October 25, 2013
The art and architecture of the Mauryan Empire constitutes the culminating point of the progress of Indian art. The period was marked by mature use of stone and production of masterpieces. Classification: The Mauryan period art and architecture, except that of the relics of
Mauryan Economy
Posted in The Mauryan Empire by Rajiv Singh On October 25, 2013
The economy of Mauryan Empire was sound. The Mauryas established a centralized government which contributed to the economic progress of the country. Agriculture was the principal backbone of Mauryan Economy. The cultivators were the most numerous classes. Land revenue was the principal
Evils of Dowry System in India
Posted in Social Issues in India by Ankita Mitra On October 25, 2013
Introduction The dowry system is the worst of all evils in Indian Society. The word ‘dowry’ means the property and money that a bride brings to her husband’s house at the time of her marriage. It is a practice which is widespread
Marriage system in Ancient India
Posted in History of Ancient India by Rajiv Singh On October 25, 2013
There were eight forms of Hindu marriage in Ancient India. These marriages were according to the Sastras, of which four were regular. Marriage in the same caste was preferred. The boys obtained adulthood at the age of sixteen and the girls at
Facts about Jharkhand
Posted in States of India by Team Work On October 25, 2013
The state of Jharkhand is located in the eastern portion of India. Please find some major facts about Jharkhand State. Name: The word “Jharkhand” means “The Land of Forests”. In regional language meaning of “Jhar” is Gold. So it can also be said
Facts about Jammu and Kashmir
Posted in States of India by Team Work On October 25, 2013
The Jammu and Kashmir is a state of Northern part of India. The state is full of mountain and valleys. The neighbouring states are Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. Regions: The state consists of three regions: Jammu, Kashmir Valley and Ladakh. Jammu is situated
Facts about Himachal Pradesh
Posted in States of India by Team Work On October 25, 2013
Himachal Pradesh is a state in North India. Himachal Pradesh has abundance of perennial rivers which helps the state to supply electricity to the neighbouring states with the help of Hydro-electricity power plants. Moreover, the economy of this state is highly dependent
Facts about Haryana
Posted in States of India by Team Work On October 25, 2013
Haryana is considered one of the wealthier states of India. Much agriculture, automobile and other industries are located in Haryana. Due to such number of industries located in this state, Haryana helped sufficiently in food production in 1960s during Green Revolution. Name: The
Short essay on India
Posted in Essays, Paragraphs and Articles by Team Work On October 25, 2013
India India is a vast country with second largest population and seventh largest land area in the world. The population of India is more than 1.2 billion. There are 29 states mainly on the basis of linguistic lines. There are wide variety