Bharater Itihas (History of India) is a comprehensive history of India written by Jiban Mukhopadhyay, a renowned Bengali historian. The book was first published in 1970 and has since been reprinted several times. It is considered to be one of the most authoritative and well-researched works on Indian history.
The book covers a wide range of topics, from the earliest civilizations in India to the modern era. It is divided into three parts:
Part I: From the Earliest Civilizations to the Gupta Empire (320-647 AD)
Part II: From the Pala Empire to the Mughal Empire (647-1707 AD)
Part III: From the British Raj to the Present Day (1707-2023 AD)
Each part is further divided into several chapters, which discuss specific topics in detail. The book is well-written and easy to understand, even for readers with no prior knowledge of Indian history. It is also richly illustrated with maps, diagrams, and photographs.
From the Earliest Civilizations to the Gupta Empire
The first part of the book discusses the earliest civilizations in India, including the Indus Valley Civilization, the Vedic Civilization, and the Mauryan Empire. It also covers the rise and fall of the Gupta Empire, which was one of the golden ages of Indian history.
From the Pala Empire to the Mughal Empire
The second part of the book discusses the history of India from the 7th to the 17th centuries. It covers the rise and fall of several major empires, including the Pala Empire, the Chola Empire, the Delhi Sultanate, and the Mughal Empire.
From the British Raj to the Present Day
The third part of the book discusses the history of India from the 18th century to the present day. It covers the British Raj, the Indian independence movement, and the history of independent India.
Bharater Itihas is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning about the history of India. It is a well-written, comprehensive, and authoritative work that is sure to inform and enlighten readers of all levels of knowledge.
About the Author
Jiban Mukhopadhyay (1922-2016) was a renowned Bengali historian and author. He was born in Kolkata, India, and studied history at the University of Calcutta. After graduating, he worked as a teacher and journalist before becoming a full-time writer. Mukhopadhyay wrote extensively on Indian history, and his works include Bharater Itihas (History of India), Bharater Samajik Itihas (Social History of India), and Bharater Sanskriti Itihas (Cultural History of India). His works have been translated into several languages, including English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Mukhopadhyay was a prolific writer and produced a large body of work in his lifetime.
He was also a respected scholar and his works are considered to be some of the most authoritative works on Indian history. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award, in 2009 for his contributions to literature and education.
Here are some of his other notable works:
Bharater Swadhinata Sangram : Kichu Kahini (Some Stories of the Indian Independence Movement)
Swadesh Sabhyata O Biswa (Homeland Civilization and the World)
Bharater Nari: Itihaser Pathe (Indian Women: On the Path of History)
Bengal Renaissance
The History of the Indian National Congress
Mukhopadhyay was a pioneering figure in the field of Indian history and his works have had a significant impact on the way that Indian history is studied and understood. He was a dedicated scholar and writer who produced a vast body of work that will continue to be studied and appreciated for many years to come.
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