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Trend Analysis of Medieval History

Though in UPSC less questions from Medieval India are asked but the questions are direct and factual in nature. Thus a student can easily score in that.

Broad topics which are covered in Medieval History are as follows:

1.      Advent of Muslims and Condition of India During 750-1200 A. D.: Ghazanavi and Ghorian Invasions and Wars

2.      South India Cholas - Society, Economy, Local Government, Rajendra  I Architecture.

3.      Delhi Sultanate and Administration: Chronological order of dynasties and their administrative achievements

4.      Culture during Sultanate Period: Society, Art and architecture, Bhaktism and Sufism, Foreign travellers

5.      Babur, Humayun and Struggle for North India

6.      Mughal Empire: Akbar, Jahangir, Shahjahan Aurengzeb - War of Succession and Different Policies, Revolts

7.      Mughal Culture and Administration: Mughal Culture, Art and Architecture and their builders, Literature, Paintings and patrons, Titles given,               Administration and Terms, Foreign Travellers, Revenue System, Mansabadari System.

8.      Marathas - Shivaji: conflict with Mughals and Administration.

9.      Vijayanagar and Bahmani Kingdoms: Society and Culture of Vijayanagar and Bahmani.

10.    Bhakti and Sufi movements

Medieval history trend analysis

If we analyse the previous year questions, certain sub-sections are frequently asked in the paper such as – Administrative system of Mughals, Vijayanagar empire, Bhakti Movement.

How to Prepare

The syllabus mentioned for Prelims examination is in brief and do not define underlined topics or sub-topics needed for clearing the examination.

Hence in this process student end up in reading many books and materials. They fail to understand what to read, from where to read and how much to read.

It has also been seen that students prefer readymade materials available in the market rather than the books.

Significance of reading books:

·         Helps in better understanding

·         Helps in development of broader outlook and learning of many micro-topics

·         Helps in enhancement of comprehension skill.

Books important for preparation of Medieval History are:

Note: In IASHELPDESK we are providing the books, videos and sample questions at one stop so that a student may concentrate in attainment of knowledge rather than busy in accessing the different sources.