Category: Indian History
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Maratha Military Landscapes of India: UNESCO World Heritage Nomination 2024-25
India’s nomination for recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for the year 2024-25 is the “Maratha Military Landscapes of India.” This extraordinary network of forts, developed between the 17th and 19th centuries, represents an extraordinary fortification and military system envisioned by the Maratha rulers. The twelve component parts of this nomination include Salher Fort,…
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Dethroned by John Zubrzycki: Unraveling the Integration of India’s Princely States in 1947 #BookReview @JohnZubrzycki @juggernautbooks
Delve into the intricate tapestry of India’s post-independence era with “Dethroned” by John Zubrzycki. Explore the pivotal roles of Lord Mountbatten, Sardar Patel, and V.P. Menon in the integration process, navigating through challenges, conflicts, and controversies. Uncover the turning moments that shaped the destiny of millions, from the Mountbatten Plan to Operation Polo and the…
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