Pre-agricultural societies, often referred to as hunter-gatherers, relied on their surrounding natural resources for survival. These societies existed before the advent of agriculture, spanning the Paleolithic period and part of […]
Nature of Society in the Paleolithic Period
The Paleolithic period, or the Old Stone Age (c. 2.5 million to 10,000 BCE), represents the earliest phase of human history, characterized by the development of rudimentary tools, hunting and […]
Salient Features of the Satvahana Economy
The Satvahana dynasty (c. 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE) marked a significant phase in ancient Indian economic history. Emerging after the decline of the Mauryan Empire, the Satvahanas […]
Satvahana state
The Satvahanas (also spelled Sātavāhanas) were a prominent dynasty in ancient India, ruling over parts of the Deccan region from roughly the 1st century BCE to the 3rd century CE. […]
The Role of Interpretation in History-Writing
Interpretation is central to history-writing because history is not merely the recording of facts but the construction of meaningful narratives from the evidence. It involves analyzing sources, identifying patterns, and […]
Different theories of the state
1. Social Contract Theory Rooted in the works of thinkers like Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, social contract theory posits that the state originates from a hypothetical contract […]
The Huns
The Huns were a formidable nomadic people who emerged from the Eurasian Steppe and rose to prominence in the fourth and fifth centuries CE. Their early origins likely trace back […]
Theories related to Labour market discrimination and exploitation
Labour market discrimination and exploitation are phenomena where individuals or groups face unequal treatment or unfair working conditions based on characteristics like gender, race, caste, or class. Various economic and […]
The significance of Joseph Furphy’s novel Such is Life, in the history of the Australian novel
Such is Life, written by Joseph Furphy under the pseudonym “Tom Collins,” occupies a distinctive place in the history of the Australian novel, serving as both a pioneering work of […]
American Spirit and Puritan Spirit
The American Spirit and the Puritan Spirit are two defining influences in the cultural and historical development of the United States. While interconnected, they represent distinct values and philosophies that […]