Ancient and Medieval History & Culture for Civil Services Examinations

Unit 1: Ancient History

1. Prehistoric Period

2. Indus Valley Civilization

3. Early Vedic Period

4. Later Vedic Period

5. Religion and Philosophy- I

6. The Mahajanapadas

7. Mauryan Empire

8. Post Mauryan Period

9. History of Deep South

10. Gupta Empire

11. Post Gupta Period

Unit 2: Medieval History

1. India after Harsha

2. Islamic Invasions in India and Delhi Sultanate

3. Religion and Philosophy- II

4. Regional Dynasties after collapse of Delhi Sultanate

5. Mughals

6. Marathas

Unit 3: Culture

1. Science and technology

2. Architecture

3. Paintings

4. Classical Dance

5. Classical Music

6. Folk Dance, Music, Theatre and Martial Arts

7. Miscellaneous