Humanities/Arts Syllabus
Theme 1 - Bricks, Beads and Bones
- Understanding the significance of archaeological sources in studying ancient civilizations
- Exploring the contributions of ancient civilizations such as the Mesopotamians, Harappans, and Egyptians
- Studying the development of early urban centers and their economic and social structures
Theme 2 - Kings, Farmers and Town
- Examining the political systems and structures of ancient and medieval kingdoms
- Analyzing the agrarian economy and the roles of farmers and artisans in society
- Investigating the growth of towns and trade networks in different time periods
Theme 3 - Kinship, Caste and Class
- Understanding the concepts of kinship, caste, and class in ancient and medieval societies
- Exploring the social hierarchies and their impact on individuals and communities
- Studying the evolution of social systems and their influence on power dynamics
Theme 4 - Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings
- Examining the philosophical and religious beliefs of different cultures
- Analyzing the architecture and art forms representing these beliefs
- Understanding the significance of thinkers and their contributions to society
Theme 5 - Through the Eyes of Travelers
- Exploring travelogues and accounts of ancient and medieval travelers
- Understanding the perspectives and observations of these travelers
- Analyzing the cultural exchange and cross-cultural interactions through travel narratives
Theme 6 - Bhakti-Sufi Traditions
- Studying the Bhakti and Sufi movements in medieval India
- Analyzing the teachings and practices of Bhakti and Sufi saints
- Understanding the influence of these traditions on society and culture
Theme 7 - An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara
- Examining the rise and fall of the Vijayanagara Empire
- Analyzing the architectural and artistic achievements of the empire
- Understanding the political and cultural influence of Vijayanagara
Theme 8 - Peasants, Zamindars and the State
- Exploring the agrarian society and the roles of peasants and zamindars
- Analyzing the relationship between the state and the agrarian economy
- Understanding the impact of land revenue systems on peasants and zamindars
Theme 9 - Kings and Chronicles
- Studying the historical chronicles and narratives of different dynasties
- Analyzing the portrayal of kings and rulers in these chronicles
- Understanding the historical accuracy and biases in chronicles
Theme 10 - Colonialism and the Countryside
- Examining the impact of colonial rule on rural societies
- Analyzing the changes in land ownership, agriculture, and rural economy
- Understanding the resistance movements and peasant uprisings during colonial rule
Theme 11 - Rebels and the Raj
- Studying the various rebellions and uprisings against British colonial rule
- Analyzing the causes, leaders, and outcomes of these rebellions
- Understanding the role of nationalism and anti-colonial movements
Theme 12 - Colonial Cities
- Exploring the development of colonial cities and urban spaces
- Analyzing the social, economic, and cultural impact of colonial urbanization
- Understanding the role of cities in shaping colonial societies
Theme 13 - Mahatma Gandhi & The Nationalist Movement
- Examining the life and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi
- Analyzing the strategies and methods used in the nationalist movement
- Understanding the impact of Gandhi's leadership on India's struggle for independence
Theme 14 - Understanding Partitions
- Studying the partition of India and its impact on society and politics
- Analyzing the causes and consequences of partition
- Understanding the experiences and narratives of those affected by partition
Theme 15 - Framing the Constitution
- Exploring the process of framing the Indian Constitution
- Analyzing the principles and ideals enshrined in the Constitution
- Understanding the impact of the Constitution on Indian democracy and governance
Mock Test Series
- Providing practice tests and questions to assess understanding of the syllabus
- Simulating the exam environment to prepare students for the actual exam
- Offering feedback and guidance to improve performance
This course is helpful for the following exams: Humanities/Arts, CUET, CUET Humanities