Master UPSC History with Structured Learning
This comprehensive guide covers all historical periods from ancient civilizations to modern India's independence. Organized into clear sections with detailed topic cards, our resources help you systematically prepare for the UPSC Prelims history questions. Use the search below to find specific topics quickly.
Prehistoric Cultures
Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic ages and Chalcolithic cultures in India
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Indus Valley Civilization
Urban planning, trade, script, and decline of Harappan culture
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Vedic Period
Early and Later Vedic society, economy, religion, and political system
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Mahajanapadas
16 great kingdoms, rise of Magadha, and emergence of Jainism & Buddhism
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Mauryan Empire
Chandragupta, Ashoka's Dhamma, administration, and decline
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Post-Mauryan Period
Indo-Greeks, Shakas, Kushanas, Satavahanas and their contributions
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Gupta Empire
Golden Age of India: administration, literature, science, and art
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Post-Gupta Period
Harshavardhana, Chalukyas, Pallavas, and regional kingdoms
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Sangam Age
Tamil literature, society, and culture of ancient South India
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Early Medieval Period
Rajput kingdoms, Cholas, Palas, Pratiharas, and Rashtrakutas
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Delhi Sultanate
Slave, Khalji, Tughlaq, Sayyid and Lodi dynasties
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Bhakti & Sufi Movements
Saints, their philosophies, and impact on Indian society
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Vijayanagar & Bahmani
South Indian kingdoms: administration, conflicts, and culture
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Mughal Empire
From Babur to Aurangzeb: administration, economy, and culture
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Maratha Empire
Shivaji, Peshwas, and Maratha administration system
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British Expansion
Battles, treaties, and policies that established British rule
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Economic Impact
Drain of wealth, land revenue systems, and deindustrialization
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Reform Movements
Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Arya Samaj, Prarthana Samaj, etc.
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Revolt of 1857
Causes, events, leaders, and consequences of the first war of independence
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National Movement
Moderate, Extremist, and Gandhian phases of freedom struggle
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Revolutionaries
Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, and revolutionary activities
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Subhash Chandra Bose
INA, Azad Hind Fauj, and Bose's contribution to freedom struggle
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Constitutional Development
Acts from 1773 to 1947 that shaped India's constitution
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Partition & Independence
Events leading to 1947 partition and integration of princely states
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Indian Architecture
From Harappan to colonial: styles, features, and examples
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Paintings & Sculpture
Ancient, medieval, and modern Indian art forms
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Classical Dances
8 classical dance forms: origin, features, and exponents
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Folk Arts
Regional folk dances, music, and performing arts
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UNESCO Sites
Cultural and natural world heritage sites in India
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Indian Literature
Sanskrit, Tamil, Persian, and modern Indian literature
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Religious Philosophy
Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sufism, and Bhakti traditions
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Festivals
National, religious, and regional festivals of India
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"History is not a burden on the memory but an illumination of the soul." - Lord Acton
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Boost your preparation with our specially curated resources: topic-wise MCQs, previous year questions (2013-2023), important timelines, comparative analysis tables, and quick revision sheets. All materials are updated according to the latest UPSC syllabus and exam pattern.
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