What are the major topics in NVS TGT General Knowledge for history?

1. Ancient Indian History:

• Indus Valley Civilization:
  • Major cities like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro.
  • Social, economic, and architectural features.
  • Reasons for decline and theories surrounding it.
• Vedic Period:
  • The Vedas: Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.
  • Social and political life during the Vedic Age.
  • Key events and figures.
• Maurya Dynasty:
  • Rise of Chandragupta Maurya and his administration.
  • Contributions of Ashoka the Great and his edicts.
• Post-Mauryan Empires:
  • Shunga and Kanva Dynasties.
  • Kushan Empire and its influence on Indian culture and trade.

2. Medieval Indian History:

• Delhi Sultanate:
  • Key dynasties: Slave, Khilji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, and Lodi.
  • Major rulers and their contributions.
  • Administrative and cultural developments.
• Mughal Empire:
  • Establishment and expansion under Babur, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb.
  • Major policies and reforms of each ruler.
  • Contributions to art, architecture, and culture.
• Regional Kingdoms:
  • Vijayanagara Empire and its rulers.
  • Bahmani Sultanate and its significance.
  • Rajput kingdoms and their role in medieval India.

3. Modern Indian History:

• British East India Company:
  • Establishment and expansion of British rule in India.
  • Key events like the Battle of Plassey and the Battle of Buxar.
• Freedom Struggle:
  • Major movements: Revolt of 1857, Non-Cooperation Movement, Civil Disobedience Movement, and Quit India Movement.
  • Key leaders and their roles: Gandhi, Nehru, Bose, Patel, etc.
  • Significant events and their impact on the struggle for independence.
• Post-Independence:
  • Integration of princely states and the formation of the Indian Union.
  • Early policies and reforms in independent India.
  • Key developments in politics, economy, and society post-independence.

4. Important Historical Figures:

• Ancient India: Ashoka, Chanakya, and major Vedic scholars.
• Medieval India: Alauddin Khilji, Akbar the Great, Shivaji Maharaj, and others.
• Modern India: Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

5. Major Historical Events:

• Battles and Wars: Key battles like the Battle of Plassey, Battle of Panipat, and the Revolt of 1857.
• Social Reforms: Major social reform movements and figures like Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Swami Vivekananda.
• Economic and Cultural Changes: Impact of colonial policies on Indian agriculture, industry, and culture.

6. Historical Developments:

• Cultural Contributions: Contributions to literature, art, and architecture across different periods.
• Administrative Changes: Evolution of administrative systems from ancient to modern times.

7. International Relations and Impact:

• Colonial Impact: How British colonialism affected India’s international relations and global standing.
• Post-Independence Diplomacy: India’s role in international affairs and its foreign policy post-independence.

8. Revision and Practice:

• Past Exam Papers: Review and practice previous years’ question papers to understand the types of questions asked.
• Mock Tests: Take practice quizzes and mock tests to test your knowledge and improve your exam-taking skills.

9. Key Historical Documents and Sources:

• Primary Sources: Historical texts, inscriptions, and artifacts.
• Secondary Sources: History books, biographies, and scholarly articles.

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