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Kautilya’s Arthashastra: Foundations of Ancient Indian Law and Governance

Kautilya’s Arthashastra is a foundational text in ancient Indian jurisprudence, offering detailed insights into governance, law, and military strategy. This article explains its key principles, compares it with other ancient texts, and examines its influence on legal thought.

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From Indus Valley to the Maratha Empire: Ancient India’s Kingdoms

Journey through the history of India’s ancient kingdoms, from the urban sophistication of the Indus Valley Civilization to the Sikh empire.

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New Discoveries are Changing Our Understanding of Ancient India

Discover the remarkable continuity of ancient Indian civilization, where recent archaeological findings, genetic studies, and linguistic insights shed light on one of the world’s oldest cultures.

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Chariots and Warrior Women : Discoveries at Sinauli

Discover the significant finds at Sinauli, including chariots and a woman archer warrior, offering insights into ancient India’s advanced society and complex social structures.

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Saraswati-Sindhu Civilization: An Ancient Advanced Society

Explore the advanced features and historical significance of the Saraswati-Sindhu or Indus Valley Civilization, one of the earliest egalitarian, urban cultures known for its sophisticated urban planning, standardized weights and measures, and impressive craftsmanship.

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Ancient Indian Origin of the Fibonacci Sequence

Learn about the rich history of the Fibonacci sequence and its deep roots in ancient Indian civilization. Find out about the contributions of Indian mathematicians and the sequence’s global significance.

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The Decline of India’s Ancient Cotton Trade

Discover how British colonization led to the decline of India’s ancient cotton trade, highlighting historical challenges and economic impacts.

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The Rise of the Indian Cotton Trade

Explore the rich history of cotton cultivation in ancient India, the rise of weaving technology, specialized textiles, and extensive trade routes that established India as a global leader in the cotton industry from ancient to recent times

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Legacy of Zero: Its Origins from Ancient India to now

Explore the journey of zero from its ancient Indian origins to becoming a fundamental element in global mathematics and technology.

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The Rum Rebellion: Down Under and the Bengal

The saga of Australia’s Rum Rebellion, it’s connection with the bustling sugar industry of colonial Bengal and the unexpected rise of Indian rum as a commodity of trade and rebellion.