History and Culture of Medieval Rajasthan-I (Earliest times – 1761 A.D

Paper Code: 
25HIS 123
Credits: 
05
Contact Hours: 
75.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

In this course, students will delve into the rich historical tapestry of Rajasthan, focusing on the Chalcolithic and Copper Age cultures spanning from 600 B.C. to 700 A.D. They will critically evaluate theories surrounding the origins of the Rajputs and assess the political and cultural accomplishments of notable dynasties such as the Pratiharas, Chauhans, and Mewar rulers. Furthermore, students will analyze the intricate dynamics of Mughal-Rajput relations, examining their interactions with key states of Rajputana. Through this exploration, students will gain a nuanced understanding of the historical complexities that shaped the region's cultural, political, and social landscape.

 

Course Outcomes: 

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25HIS 123

History and Culture of Medieval Rajasthan-I (Earliest times – 1761 A.D)

(Theory)

 

 

CO13-Examine and corelate the Chalcolithic and Copper Age Culture in Rajasthan – particularly Ahar, Balathal, Ganeshwar.

CO14- Critically assess the theories of the Origin of the Rajputs, State formation with a focus on Mewar.

CO15- Evaluate the relationship between Rajputs and the Central Authority and the role collaborators and resistors of the mughals.

CO16- Delineate various religious Movements of Rajasthan with focus on Meerabai and Dadu.

CO17-Assess and trace the development of Fort and Temple Architecture and Rajput schools of Paintings.

CO18Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation

Class test, Semester End Examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Class Assignment, Group discussion and Oral presentation.

 

 

15.00
Unit I: 
Proto-Historic Rajasthan

Chalcolithic and Copper Age Culture in Rajasthan – Ahar, Balathal, Ganeshwar.

A brief survey of historic Rajasthan from 600 B.C. – 700 A.D. Matsya Janpada, Republican Tribes

15.00
Unit II: 
The Rajput States

Origin of the Rajputs

State formation with particular reference to Mewar.

Political and Cultural Achievements of Pratiharas and Chauhans

15.00
Unit III: 
Rise of Mewar

Political and Cultural Achievements of Maharana Kumbha, Maldeo and Sanga.

 

15.00
Unit IV: 
Rajputs and the Central Authority

Man Singh of Amber, Rai Singh of Bikaner, Jaswant Singh of Marwar, Maharana Pratap and Chandrasen

 

15.00
Unit V: 
Religious Movements

Meerabai and Dadu.

Fort and Temple Architecture.

Rajput schools of Paintings.

 

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Dashratha Sharma : Rajasthan Through the Ages
  • G N Sharma :  Social Life of Medieval Rajasthan
  • G N Sharma :  Rajasthan through the Ages, II Volume

 

References: 
  • ·        H D Sankalia : Pre-History and Proto-History of India and Pakistan
  • ·        H D Sankalia : Excavations at Ahar(Tambavati)Poona,1968
  • ·        A Bannerjee :Archaeology of South Eastern Rajasthan, Varanasi
  • ·        V N Mishra : Pre-History and proto-history of berach Basin
  • ·        Dashrath Sharma : Rajasthan Through the Ages (Volume 1)
  • ·        Dashrath Sharma : Early Chauhan Dynasties
  • ·        H C Raychaudhari : Political History of Ancient India (Relevant portions)
  • ·        G H Ojha : History of Rajputana (Relevant portions)
  • ·        D C Shukla : Early History of Rajputana
  • ·        K M Munshi :The Glory that was Gurjara desh (3 Volumes)
  • ·        J N Asopa : Origin of the rajputs
  • ·        James Tod :Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan (Relevant portions)
  • ·        Shyamal Das : Veer Vinod
  • ·        R N Prasad :Raja Man Singh of Amber
  • ·        Shanta Ram Sharma: Society and Culture in Rajasthan 700-900 A.D. Delhi, 1996.
  • ·        Neelima Vashistha: Sculptural Tradition of Rajasthan ( 800-1000 AD) Publucation Scheme, 1989.

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