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This is a history of memorial monuments which systematically traces the origin and phased development of the concept. The book Memorial Monuments in Ancient and Medieval India deals exhaustively with the various influences which have brought out substantial changes in the concepts and also in its execution. The Aryans and before them the people of Indus Valley had their own system of funeral which later on underwent substantial modifications and reform, when ...
The Shekhawati inn Rajasthan is one of the most important regions from the archaeological viewpoint with inscriptions of national importance like the Harsha inscription and Sakarai inscriptions. Most of the inscriptions seem to have a bearing on the history and culture of the region. They give us an idea of the singular rituals and ceremonies which were a part of the lifestyle of the people of the region. The author has, therefore, given a brief outline of the ...
Mewar was the first and foremost state which made valiant efforts towards the preservation of its freedom. During the earlier period the mighty Sultans of Malva and Gujrat were its chief adversaries who endeavored time and again to subjugate the land. Later on the Mughals and before them the Truks and the Pathans attacked this land on several occasions. The brave people of Mewar successfully encountered these invasions under the able and determined leadership of ...