Nalanda University

Harshavardhana: The Last Great Emperor of North India (590-647 CE)

by

Harshavardhana: The Last Great Emperor of North India (590-647 CE) Harshavardhana, also spelled as Harsha, was one of the most important rulers in Indian history who ruled over a large portion of North India during the 7th century CE. His reign marks a culminating point in Indian history, especially the last great Hindu emperor of … Read more

The Gupta Era: A Triumph of Knowledge and Power (320-600 CE)

by

The Gupta Era: A Triumph of Knowledge and Power (320-600 CE)  INTRODUCTION The Gupta period is essentially regarded as being the Golden Age of India. It roughly spans around 320 CE to 550 CE. During this time, outstanding work had been done in the fields of arts, literature, science, and mathematics, and especially philosophy, among … Read more