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About The Book: In this book explained in the history of India delve into various aspects of the subcontinent's past. The story of India during the past four thousand years is the story not of one country but of many countries, not of one nation but of many nations, told not in one language but in many languages and influenced in turn by the greatest religions of the world. These books also chronicle the emergence and development of major religions like Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. One pivotal period covered in these books is the Gupta Empire (320-550 AD), often referred to as India's Golden Age. The Gupta Empire brought about a sense of unity across the Indian subcontinent. Other notable empires that left their mark include the Vakataka Empire, the Kamarupa Empire, the Harsha Empire, the Pallava Empire, and the Kadamba Empire. The Medieval period witnessed the rise of new empires, such as the Chalukya Empire, Rashtrakuta Empire, Gurjara-Pratihara Empire, Pala Empire, and Chola Empire. The Chola Empire, in particular, expanded its influence to Southeast Asia, encompassing a significant portion of present-day Indonesia. The Muslim population in India grew following the Muslim invasion around 632 AD. In response to Islamic invasions, the Vijayanagar Empire gained prominence by the end of the 13th century. Subsequently, the Mughal Empire took over, paving the way for the Maratha Empire and the Sikh Empire in the early 18th and 19th centuries, respectively. The arrival of the British East India Company in the early 17th century marked a significant turning point in Indian history. Through a series of conflicts like the Anglo-Maratha Wars, the British gained control over India, leading to the rebellion of 1857. About The Author: Romesh Chunder Dutt CIE (1848–1909) was an influential figure in India, serving as an Indian civil servant, economic historian, and translator of the epic poems Ramayana and Mahabharata. He played a significant role in advocating for Indian economic nationalism, making him a prominent proponent of this ideology. Dutt came from a distinguished Bengali Maulika Kayastha family and commenced his career in the Indian Civil Service as an assistant magistrate in Alipur in 1871. In addition to his administrative responsibilities, Dutt actively participated in political and intellectual spheres. He served as the president of the Indian National Congress in 1899, demonstrating his commitment to the nationalist cause. He was also a member of the Bengal Legislative Council, where he contributed his insights and expertise. Recognizing his contributions, Dutt received the Companionship of the Indian Empire award in 1892 for his remarkable service. Despite his notable achievements, Dutt's life was cut short while he was still in office. Throughout his career, he authored several notable works, including "Three Years in Europe, 1868 to 1871," "A History of Civilization in Ancient India, Based on Sanscrit Literature" (a three-volume publication), "The Ramayana: the epic of Rama rendered into English verse," and "The Ramayana and the Mahabharata: the great epics of ancient India condensed into English verse," among others.