A History of Medieval India

DETAILS : 

• Author : Satish Chandra
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Orient Blackswan
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 1 January 2007
  
• Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 392 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8125032266
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9788125032267
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 450 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

History of Medieval India by Satish Chandra is arguably the most widely read textbook on the subject in India. Covering the period from the 8th to the 18th century, it is a staple for university students and a "must-read" for UPSC aspirants.

Satish Chandra’s approach is distinct because it moves away from a mere "kings and battles" narrative. Instead, he focuses on socio-economic structures, the evolution of administrative systems, and the "composite culture" that emerged from the interaction between various traditions.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Satish Chandra was a titan of Indian historiography and a leading figure of the Aligarh School.

• The Secular Perspective: He was instrumental in debunking the communal interpretation of history, arguing that medieval conflicts were often driven by political and economic interests rather than purely religious ones.
• Institutional Legacy: He served as the Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and was a founding member of the Indian History Congress.