Indian History Courseware (English) for UPSC CSE 2025-26 by Abhishek Mishra and Subhangini Priya | Civil Services Exam – Prelims & Mains | State PSCs/PCS Exams | Chapter-wise 12 Years’ Online Prelims & Mains PYQs (2013–2024) | 75+ Online Author Videos | 5

Book Description

• About the CoursewareHistory is one of the most captivating and relevant subjects to explore, offering insights into the past that shape our present.
• McGraw Hill’s latest launch, Courseware on Indian History, is designed to enrich the reader’s experience by blending storytelling with historical analysis.
• Authored by Abhishek Mishra and Subhangini Priya, this courseware unravels India’s fascinating heritage, covering all crucial aspects essential for UPSC and State Civil Services Examinations.
• A first-of-its-kind resource, it covers five major historical themes—Ancient, Early-Medieval, Medieval, Modern, and Art and Culture—making it a 5-IN-1 Exam Companion for holistic preparation.
• It is supported by: 55+ conceptual videos5 thematic analysis videos4 macro timeline videos12 years of PYQs (Prelims + Mains) with video explanations by the authorsBonus Learning Aids: Each chapter ends with a summary and historical timeline to aid quick revision and retention.
• “Did You Know” boxes and Exam Must-Haves highlight crucial facts and exam-relevant content throughout the courseware.
• Salient Features📚 5-THEMES-IN-1: Ancient, Early-Medieval, Medieval, Modern and Art & Culture combined 🎥 75+ Author Videos: Conceptual clarity, timeline reviews, thematic overviews, and PYQs (2013–2024) 🎯 Exam-Oriented Design: Chapters aligned with UPSC trends and evolving patterns 📝 Chapter Outline: Quick snapshot at the beginning of each chapter 🕰️ Chapter Summary + Timeline: Recap important events easily 💡 Did You Know: Fascinating historical nuggets for knowledge enrichment ✅ Exam Must-Have: Key areas highlighted for targeted revision 📖 Chapter-wise PYQs: From both Prelims and Mains (including 2024) McGraw Hill Edge55+ Conceptual Videos5 Thematic Overview Videos4 Timelines Videos – Ancient to Modern2013–2024 PYQs (Prelims + Mains) with Expert Video Explanations Table of ContentsTheme 1: Ancient Indian History Prehistory Chalcolithic and Megalithic Age Indus Valley Civilisation The Vedic Age The Age of Mahajanapadas and Heterodox Religions Mauryan Empire Post-Mauryan Dynasties Gupta Age and Vakatakas Theme 2: Early-Medieval Indian History Post-Gupta Dynasties Early Medieval Dynasties Theme 3: Medieval Indian History Thirteenth to Fourteenth Century Vijayanagara, Bahmani, Sayyids, and Lodis Mughal India (1526–1707) Marathas and Sikhism Bhaktism and Sufism Theme 4: Modern Indian History Early Modern India: Eighteenth Century Advent of Europeans Establishment of British Raj in India Consolidation of British Raj Economic Policies of the Raj Socio-Religious Reform Movement Peasant and Tribal Revolts in the Indian Subcontinent Revolt of 1857 The National Movement (1857–1915) The National Movement (1915–1947) Press, Congress Sessions, Committees, Governors and Governor-Generals of India Theme 5: Art and Culture of India Cave Traditions, Paintings, Regional Architecture and Pottery Indian Music Tradition Dance Forms of India Handicrafts in India Theatre Forms of India Puppetry Martial Arts of India UNESCO Tangible and Intangible Heritages and Geographical Indications Evolution of Languages, Scripts, Classical Languages and Literature in India Schools of Philosophy Science and Technology in Ancient and Medieval India Festivals of India Numismatics Foreign Travellers of Ancient and Medieval India Read more