A School History of Ancient & Modern India

About The Book: The history of India is divided into ancient and modern periods. Ancient India saw the rise of the Indus Valley Civilization, followed by the Vedic Age, the Maurya and Gupta Empires, which laid the foundations of Indian culture, philosophy, and governance. The arrival of Islam in the medieval period led to the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire, which influenced art, architecture, and society. Modern India began with British colonial rule, leading to social reform movements and the struggle for independence. India gained independence in 1947, marking the start of its journey as a republic, with a focus on development, democracy, and global influence. About The Author: Romesh Chunder Dutt CIE (1848–1909) was an Indian civil servant, economic historian, and influential proponent of Indian economic nationalism. He played pivotal roles in managing relief and recovery during famines and cyclones. Dutt was the first Indian to achieve the rank of divisional commissioner. He served as the president of the Indian National Congress in 1899 and was a member of the Bengal Legislative Council. A distinguished scholar, he wrote "The Literature of Bengal," presenting Bengal's literary and intellectual progress. His work on India's de-industrialization under British rule remains significant in Indian historiography, highlighting the impact on Indian artisans and society. The Title 'A School History of Ancient & Modern India written/authored/edited by Romesh C. Dutt', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369209545 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 256 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms