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Historiography
"History itself is a form of development and therefore it is not a wholly new shortcoming. History
as Exploration
It started and still has exploration. History had taken the form of an account and even now it
is a
There is accounting. It was a history board that actually happened and it still has this room.
History has been the same.
Man thought of Tanteet and still has what man thinks of him. Thus history is always past
It has been a masterpiece. "
-Henry Johnson
History is used in two senses in particular. One is the events of the past or the past and
Second, the perception of those events. The word history (iti + e + as as metal lit takar other
men and a word)
The question is, "It certainly was," or did it happen? It is derived from the German word
'Gorbhivate'.
It means a specific and comprehensible and comprehensible account of past events. The
People of Greece for History
THEY USED THE WORD "HISTORY." The literal meaning of the word histrian is "to knit." "It
means the events of the day.
The saga has been told. Apart from the word ISIS, the word 'tawarikh' is also prevalent in our
country, but this word is related to date.
The plural is derived from the Greek word 'historia'. Historia means investigation. In the 15th
century, it was called
The written account of the accidents in the past came to be called, and in 1531 AD, the
researcher of the subject of history was called
He was called a historian. It is inferred that a picture is presented by systematically weaving
known events.
There was an attempt to do something that was meaningful and coherent. Thus, history means
that it is derived from tradition.
Anecdotal groups such as folk tales, heroes (such as the Mahabharata) or historical stories.
Under History, We Jin
We study the subject and describe the events that have taken place so far or the events related
to it.
It happens. In other words, the name of the specific events of Nanay is history or the transition
from the oldest to the new.
History is the narration of events related to mankind. According to Halikanesus Dionysgis
"From examples
The philosophy that comes from is history. The word history entered the English language in
1390 AD. The word history
The oldest mention in the world is found in the Atharvaveda. It has been called the Itihasa
Veda in the Shatapatha Prapayana. This word is Night Path.
It has been used in Brahmana, Jaiminiya Brahmana, Brihadaranyaka Upanishad,
Chhandogya Upanishad etc.
What is history?
History is the branch of knowledge in which we study past events related to mankind,
Let him have history. The part of the past that can be reached by rays of evidence is called
history
That which is a history without the vibrations of life, which has happened beyond the limits of
our reasoning, is the limit of the Puranas.
It becomes such a saga of life in which it is difficult to find the thread of history. History a Tresa
Topic
There are boundaries that cannot be bound. In general, the chronological account of past
events can be considered as history.
But in reality, events are not history, but accounts of them are the construction of history.
does. Every thing, person, event on earth also has its own history. Truly said
There is nothing beyond history. To keep the memory of old controversies and conflicts
everlasting in our literature.
History should not be studied visually. The task of history is to find those physical causes
By eradicating quarrels and bloodshed, man is divided into a human being, who is the child of
the one Supreme Father, the Supreme Soul, and the same.
They have played in the holy lap of Bhata Vasundhara, and they have been instrumental in
establishing a universal human democracy on this earth.
Dreams can come true. Napoleon Bonaparte once said, "History is the consensus gathered
on falsehoods." "
According to E. H. Car, history is an effective way to maintain the continuity between the past
and the present.
The medium is. With the help of this, various positions of human society such as religion,
society, politics, economics, science etc.
Right knowledge and vision are formed and this process is continuously progressed.
Compilation of Consumption Facts
It is a difficult task. History or philosophy has a major role to play in solving this problem.
History of Philosophy
In the absence of history, the vapu of history is like lifeless. In the Laboratory of Progress and
History of Truth in History or Society
He is the creator of the new path. History is not only a subject but also a sense of existence.
History of Thinking
It is the basis of truth and truth. No life is complete without a sense of history. Equities for the
world and the population
A sense of history is necessary. Knowledge of history gives the reader a correct vision and a
new light.
Cultural identity can be identified by this. To maintain the continuity between the past and the
present
Question: A Nachan Survey of India's PastHistory is an effective medium. With the help of this,
various aspects of human society such as society, religion, culture, politics,
Right knowledge and vision about agriculture, economics, science, etc. are formed and this
process is continuously moving forward.
remains. Interpretation of available facts and compilation of contemporary facts is a difficult
task. Vitality in history or
Fragility is built on the basis of philosophy of history.
What is history in the true sense? The average person does not see the past and history
separately, often both.
Experimentation does as a synonym but in fact this situation is not appropriate because the
past is the name of the overall existence
History is always nothing more than a piece. The past is the name of a whole, while history is
just a name.
Selected passage that captures the historian's goodwill, urges and glimpses of the
surroundings. It is always within our grasp because
Always a slave to the historian's stereotype and the historian to the past in exactly the same
way. In the events of the past
The historian cannot bring about any change, but he has complete authority over the
interpretation of history. each
From behind history comes the voice of the historian which can be heard clearly. E.H. Car has
a
He said a very good thing that "while reading a history book, listen to the sound coming from
behind it, if you hear anything."
If you don't, then you are deaf or your historian is completely deaf. In this sense, the past is a
text and history
His text, his interpretation. As the historian changes, the text will change and its interpretation
will change. Hence the past
There is no such thing as an eternal truth.
Etymology of History- History is derived from three Sanskrit words 'iti (like that). From 'h' (of
course) and 'aaas' (was)
Composed together. Which literally means, ""Such was certainly the case, that is, the events
that took place in the past."
Certainly, that is history. History is the branch of social science that deals with the past tense.
The events or persons related to them are studied chronologically.
Time/ time
person
Land/ place of origin
event
A brief introduction to these four organs is as follows:
1.
Time: Time is the most important part of history. It responds to 'when'. When we say that
So-and-so, when was it a matter of time? The period of history solves this curiosity. For History
It is necessary that it should be chronological and dated, if it is not there, then it will be fictional,
historical fact.
Nope. Therefore, scheduling and datefulness are an important part of history. Writing and
reading of history
Timing is a necessity for reliability.
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The individual is another limb of history. Who does it answer? When we say that so and so is
the bara, then
I'm curious as to what this thing is related to. The 'man of history' resolves this curiosity.
History requires that there should be a character of the person in it. A person is called a
character of history. which
Will the person be a historical character? It is the historian who determines it. They are usually
made historical characters
Those who have done historical works such as Chandragupta Maurya, Ashoka, Chandragupta
Vikramaditya, Samudragupta, Mahatma Buddha, Mahavira
Jains, Shankaracharyas etc.
3.
Landmarks are the most important part of history. It answers the 'where'. When we say that
so and so thing
So the question arises, where is this thing? The 'landmark' of history answers this question.
For History
It is necessary that it contains the direction of the site. If there is no direction, confusion may
arise as to ...
After all, where are they being mentioned? Generally, only those places find a place in history
whose historical
Important ones are such as Pataliputra, Erandappalla, Elephanta, Ayodhya, Atranjikheda,
Kalinga, Kaushambi etc.
4. Event: Event is the fourth important part of history. What it answers is. When we say that
this is the case,
The question arises, what is it, how and why it has happened? The 'event' element of history
answers this question. For History
It is necessary that there are incidents. Generally, only those events find a place in history
whose importance is found.
It is historical – such as the Kalinga War, the Hydaspes War (Vitasta/Vitasta). Jhelum-326
B.C.) etc. All four of the above are called organs.
We know it in history as 3PIE (Place, Period, Person, Event).
Historians of the Age of Rationalism (18th | Historians of the Romantic Age
Historians of the Historical Age
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Waltair (1694-1778 AD)
Hinder (1744-1803 40)
Gegur (1776-1831 0)
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Edward Gizbon (1737-1794)
Sheeler (1759-1805)
Rake (1795-1885 AD)
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Emmanuel Cart (1724-1804)
Installments (1762-1814 AD)
Lord Acton (1834-1002)
Gate (1749-1832)
Hegel (1770-1831)
- William H. Bailey (1844–1914)
"History is a bridge between the past and the present, based on fact and truth."
There are historical facts that represent the past and the present. All Historical Facts
Participants of Their Era
There is an explanatory description of the affected historian on the part of the Attorney. If the
fact represents the past, then
Historian of the present. It can be understood as follows:
1.
History has an illusion of its own in which there is an unstoppable power of hypnosis. The
historian is fascinated by the past
While fighting, you have to awaken your sense of history.
2.
History is the systematic study of events.
3. Historiography is based on facts in which emotion and probability have no place.
4,
That which is known or what is known is called knowledge, that is, knowledge is also past.
Man without knowing the past.
You can't move towards your future. The past is studied by cable history and other sciences
by its support.
Let's do.
Change is the only event.
6.
Actions are both voluntary and involuntary. If a person has a weak past, then he must grow
It will happen gradually.
Objective- Historiography was developed as a base text in the history curriculum only in the
20th century
is. What is history anyway? What is the usefulness of history? What is the nature of history?
Etc. Questions from time to time
But by integrating them into a course that can become a philosophy of history, it is only after
that
It was possible only in the First Century and today it is considered to be the basis of history.
This is how historiography and
The objectives of history philosophy can be tied in the following formulas. Why did this topic
come into existence?
It is important to know. Only then does the nature of the subject become understood. Arthur
Marwick wrote in his book 'History of History'
'Nature' has solved this mystery. Why is history so important? That also raises the question.
Looking for the answer to this
The usefulness of the history is understandable. In order to illustrate the usefulness, the
misuse of history is also understood
They start coming. The question also arises, has history always been the same? The changing
nature of history
When you look at it, it becomes clear how history was written. This is how the history of history
is exposed.
The great purpose of history is to learn the lessons from the past to the present, but as the
German historian has said.
"The biggest lesson in history is that we don't learn from history," Heigl said. This
History does not diminish its importance, but it exposes the defects of human nature. In the
mirror of our history
Identity is visible. Man is also able to see his identity in a historical perspective. The historical
method of man
Manisha's most common tool is. That is, the seeds are understood by the human being only
in the historical way. According to Gozo
There are three duties of a historian:
1. Research and representation of facts.
2. To investigate the interrelationship of facts.
3. To bring alive the form and movement of facts.
A Perspective on Different Types of Historiography- Marx has expressed that history is a
struggle of economic classes.
He interpreted the senseless materialism of history. Marx was known as Historical Social
Science or
Socio-scientific-history is considered to be the catalyst for analysis. Hegel had the greatest
influence on Marx. her
According to Hegel, "Hegel wanted to stand on his feet, but he was actually standing there on
his head." Marx described the human
He used "human historiography" for history and pointed out that history is about economic
class struggles.
It's history. Indian historian Damodar Dharmanand Kaushambi was one of the first Marxist
historians to write about the world.
He presented a Marxist study and analysis of Indian history and art culture in the context of
history.
For the first time, C.D. Kaushandri was instrumental in revealing the political, social and
cultural contradictions of Indian society.
I tried. Kaushambi adopted a new way of looking at history and it was "objective and
timely."Perspective: In the words of D.D. Kosambi, "The historian's job is to understand the
past in the light of the present and to gain a deeper understanding of both through dialogues
between the two." Acquiring knowledge from history is not a one-dimensional process.
Understanding the present in light of the past means knowing the past through the lens of the
present. The historian's task is to deepen this understanding through dialogues between the
present and the past.
Lord Acton was the actual founder of the Cambridge School, and he is considered one of the
greatest historians today. Acton's approach to history was moralistic. He stated that "the
liberation of the soul from power is the key to history." According to Acton, "Study institutions,
not eras." Subaltern studies consider the consciousness of the marginalized and their
autonomy as fundamental pillars. The term "subaltern" was used by Italian Marxist thinker
Antonio Gramsci to refer to marginalized or oppressed groups. Important historians in
subaltern studies include Arif Dirlik, Stephen Henningham, Arvind Das, Dipesh Chakrabarty,
Partha Chatterjee, Ranjit Guha, Gyanendra Pandey, Sumit Sarkar, Shahid Amin, and Gautam
Bhadra. The subaltern historical philosophy has made significant contributions to historical
writing through "case studies," where scholars attempt to establish direct relationships with
people in specific locations while writing history.
In Indian historiography, Anil Seal and John Gallagher were founders of the Cambridge
School. The accounts of British historians on the Indian National Movement are primarily
influenced by the Whig tradition. The main subject of Cambridge historians is Indian
nationalism. Anil Seal's widely discussed and controversial book "The Emergence of Indian
Nationalism" posits that it is not based on class but rather on an elite coalition. Duncan Forster
further advanced the idea of Indian nationalism in his scholarly work "James Mill and India."
C.A. Bayly described Indian nationalism as a subtle combination of self-interested elements
in "Patrons and Politics in Northern India." Francis Robinson discussed Motilal Nehru's
dubious role regarding separate electoral constituencies in his book "Municipal Government
and Muslim Separatism."
The concept of total history is associated with the Annales School. Scholars like Lucien Febvre
and Marc Bloch (in "The Historian's Craft") gave birth to this concept through their journal
'Annals.' The Annales School originated at Strasbourg University in France. Fernand Braudel
formally presented the concept of total history analysis. The examination of the Indian National
Movement has been conducted by two prominent historians, Dr. Ramesh Chandra Majumdar
and Dr. Tara Chand, whose works can be termed as 'minority' histories. After independence in
1952, the Government of India assigned Dr. Majumdar to write a history of the Indian freedom
movement and appointed him as its director; however, his draft for the first part was not
approved by the government because it depicted Bengal prominently. In 1955, Majumdar
withdrew from this project, and Dr. Tara Chand was tasked with it instead. Majumdar
completed his work independently while Dr. Tara Chand's book was published by the
government.
The imperialist perspective in Indian history first emerged with viceroys like Lord Dufferin, Lord
Curzon, and Lord Minto. The report from the Rowlatt Committee (Sedition) was presented
more rationally by Montagu-Chelmsford. For the first time in 1940, American scholar Busley
MacLeod theorized this perspective. Its liberal aspect was adopted by Reginald Copland after
1947, while Anil Seal, J.A. Gallagher, and their students advanced its underlying conservative
aspects in historical writing by reshaping it in 1968; however, this liberal form has lost its
prevalence among historians and scholars today.
Reasons for Differences in Historical Interpretations
Differences in interpretations among historians based on similar evidence and facts arise due
to several reasons:
1. The historian's writing depends significantly on their time and context.
2. Each historian is distinct; their mindset and perspective differ from those of other
historians.
3. Each historian's writing bears their personal imprint; thus, their interpretations differ
from those of others.
4. With new evidence or sources regarding a single event over time, changes occur in
how historians interpret that event.
No interpretation of historical facts can be entirely indisputable and based solely on absolute
truth. Arthur Marwick states in "The Nature of History" that "the form and subject matter of
history continuously change in accordance with the historical systems and materials available
to different generations."
Objectivity in History
Objectivity is the voice of history. In history, more emphasis is placed on facts rather than
personalities. By prioritizing facts, we can safeguard historical objectivity. Historical objectivity
can be hindered by barbarism rather than theory. Objectivity refers to a description free from
bias and prejudice. It is a characteristic of modern scientific history. The absence of impartiality,
variability in history, and the sense of bias are major issues concerning objectivity. Objectivity
is recognized among scientific historians.
Is History a Science or an Art?
Like any other field of research, the study of history has its own set of problems. Scholars
grappling with these issues have interpreted the philosophy of historians and historical
methodology. First, it is essential to ensure that sources and companions are included. There
is an effort to consider whether history should be regarded as a science or an art based on its
internal progress. Historical methodology is a science that studies human thoughts and
conditions in various ways, making it difficult to present a linear narrative.
It has been suggested that history combines the qualities of both art and science, adapting
truths or realities into a coordinated discipline. Various scholars have described historical
methodology as a question—a historical method that can be referred to as 'art' or 'science' for
different reasons. The artistic aspect within history writing is as necessary as the scientific
objectivity required.
Differences Between Scientists and Historians
There are some differences between scientists and historians: the former has a laboratory
while the latter has a library. Scientific decisions are concise and immutable, whereas
historians' decisions are flexible and subjective. Scientists use symbols and graphs, while
historians rely on description and interpretation. Scientists are objective, but historians are
subjective. Scientists explain laws applicable to the universe, but historical laws are always
fallible. The convergence of history and science lies in their shared methodology for collecting
data, with both ultimately aiming for the pursuit of truth.
Causality
Every scientific inquiry begins with a "why." In some form, subjects encounter the question
"why," and history is no exception. Like other social and natural sciences, it must also confront
"why." Even if an event is considered special and unique, historians attempt to explain its
occurrence. Analyzing an event as a specific occurrence neither diminishes the effectiveness
of interpretation nor contradicts claims made about it.
Three points should be noted: first, necessity is significantly different from sufficiency; second,
a cause is considered necessary when it is also sufficient; third, coincidence does not serve
as a sufficient indicator of causal relationships. If a cause is both necessary and sufficient, it
means that it is always associated with its effect; that is, when effect 'A' occurs, the cause will
always be present, and when effect 'A' does not occur, the cause will always be absent.
Thus, the characteristic of causality becomes evident in this context. The sole purpose of
historians seeking causes behind past events is to demonstrate that the present is built upon
the foundations laid by the past. Therefore, the past serves as the cause for the present.
Failing to seek causes for any outcome neglects one of history's primary objectives. Thus, it
is the historian's sacred duty to search for underlying causes within interpretive contexts.
E.H. Carr believes that studying causes in history equates to studying history itself. Historian
Oakshott argues that "causation cannot be included in the vocabulary of history." R.G.
Collingwood asserts that "causation is the primary element that inspires, encourages, and
compels humans to act."
Feminist Trends in Historical Writing
A recent trend in historical writing is feminist historiography, which developed in Western
contexts. Within this overarching ideology of feminism, three phases can be identified:
1. The first phase includes magazines written by women from a feminist perspective.
The second phase is represented by Simon de Beauvoir and other writers, where ideology
plays a prominent role. Simon's work "The Second Sex" is a prime example of this phase.
The third phase is reflected in the works of authors like Tama Chakraborty, Bharti Ray, and
Urvashi Duvashiya, which indicate the feminist ideology in history. Writing about women began
with works such as "Indian Women: From Parda to Modernity," edited by B.R. Nanda. The
extremely pitiable condition of women is depicted in Pandita Ramabai's "The High Caste Hindu
Woman" (1887) and Katherine Mayo's "Mother India" (1927). Other authors addressing the
status and position of women in Indian civilization include B.C. Lee ("Women in Buddhist
Literature," 1927), I.B. Horner ("Women Under Primitive Buddhism," 1930), and S. Altekar
("The Position of Women in Hindu Civilization from Prehistoric Times to Present," 1938).
Tara Bai Shinde is the author of "A Comparison Between Women and Men." She was a
member of the Satya Shodhak Samaj along with Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule.
History Repeats Itself
History repeats itself; this is confirmed by the cyclical interpretation of history. According to
Indian thought, history is a continuously moving cycle. In this cycle, there are periods of both
rise and decline. The historical cycle keeps revolving, with truth and falsehood recurring
repeatedly. Various historians believe that history does not repeat itself because they view
each historical event as unique in its own right. Although one event may superficially resemble
another, it cannot be entirely identical to another event.
According to V. Teysan, "A historian may repeat ideas from earlier historians, but history itself
does not repeat." History does not repeat itself; rather, historians repeat themselves.
Historians and Their Facts
According to E.H. Carr, facts and historians are mutually essential. A historian devoid of facts
is futile and rootless. In historical writing, facts are considered the backbone. While facts are
generally regarded as entirely objective, they cannot be completely so because their
interpretation is done by individuals.
In the absence of historians, historical facts remain lifeless and meaningless. The distinction
between them is clarified in a well-structured book written by empiricist historians: "Oxford
Shorter English Dictionary." It defines facts as "data derived from experience that differ from
conclusions; we can refer to this as the general perspective of history." History presents us
with a collection of tested facts that historians obtain from documents, manuscripts, etc. These
facts are akin to fish lying on a fisherman's plate; the historian takes them home, cleans them
up, and presents them in their preferred style.
E.H. Carr states that "history is an unending process of interaction between the historian and
his elements, as well as an ongoing dialogue between the past and the present." Carr further
believes that "facts do not speak for themselves; rather, it is the historian who calls upon them."
According to Carr, if a historian studies past issues as keys to current problems, they do not
fall prey to a utilitarian perspective on facts. When they assert that useful interpretation for the
present constitutes correct interpretation, their perspective cannot be deemed utilitarian;
according to this hypothesis, facts are nothing—only interpretation matters.
What Are Historical Facts?
E.H. Carr emphasizes that this question is crucial and deserves closer examination. According
to general perspectives, there are some fundamental facts that are common to all historians.
According to Colin Baker, "historical facts have no existence for history until they are
reconstructed." Undoubtedly, historical facts form the backbone of history. In Sir Stokes'
words, "Facts are sacred, but interpretations are free." David Thompson stated that "the
historian calls upon facts." An excessive accumulation of facts would turn history into an
encyclopedia. It is said that facts speak for themselves; however, this is not true—facts only
speak when called upon by historians.
The historian determines the sequence and context in which facts are presented; facts are like
sacks that do not stand until something is filled into them. There are two types of facts in
history:
1. Hard Facts
2. Soft Facts
Hard Facts are those that historians cannot change at will. There is no room for the historian's
preference in their selection, and they cannot alter these historical facts according to their
interests. These can also be referred to as historical facts.
Soft Facts depend on the historian's interpretation. In this case, the historian can manipulate
the interpretation. These can be considered general facts, but sometimes even a
commonplace fact can become historical.
Importance of Regional History Writing
In modern historical writing, regional history has gained significant strength. In contemporary
Indian historiography, regional history writing is an important genre. Knowledge of regional
history serves as the foundation for national consciousness. Through the cooperation of local
people, the scattered threads of regional history can be connected, linking the past with the
present. The neglect of regional histories by traditionalists has diminished their importance
and limited our knowledge; however, as historical writing has evolved, writing history from a
lower to a higher level has further strengthened the foundation of national history.
History and Literature
History is the branch of knowledge that studies past events related to humanity, while literature
is the primary means of expressing human thoughts. It serves as a powerful medium to give
meaningful direction to society and culture through its nectar of knowledge. When the sacred
river of literature flows, all common people benefit from it, purifying their intellect and heart.
While history deals with what has happened, literature discusses what could happen. Despite
this difference in subject matter, another crucial aspect is their relationship with society, where
the unit is the individual.
For a long time, history was considered a branch of literature. In understanding literature and
history sequentially, we must consider the Bhakti movement and how historical expressions
are reflected in Bhakti poetry. Sir Rabindranath Tagore evaluates the historical contributions
of Guru Nanak and Saint Kabir by stating that "they clearly saw through meditation that India
was established on a mortal truth amidst fragmentation and disconnection."
During the medieval period, great saints like Nanak, Kabir, Ramananda, Ravidas (Raidas),
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (Vishwambhar Mishra), Meera Bai, Surdas, and Tulsidas (Rambola)
emerged one after another. They made efforts to lighten the heavy burden of social evils. By
challenging social customs and practices, they attempted to awaken India.
Rabindranath Tagore (Nobel Prize in Literature 1913) clearly indicates that literature has
played a role in shaping the course of history that is no less than any other discipline. While
interpreting the historical contexts hidden within the narratives of the Ramayana (by Sage
Valmiki) and Mahabharata (by Sage Vedavyasa), he felt that both epics fundamentally address
ancient social conflicts—specifically the tension between new and old within society.
This conclusion demonstrates that he had the capacity to recognize historical struggles based
on literature. Social historians write about Vedic period history without hesitation to approach
literature; that is, if there is no existing history for a certain time period, literary writing can
serve as historical documentation. Therefore, if there is available history for a given time
period, why is there so much negligence among historians regarding its literature?
It is essential to note that those who wish to write social history based on various aspects often
approach literature but do so almost like a foreigner. To approach literature means having the
desire or necessity to read and understand it as literature itself. When considering both literary
history and literary narratives together, we see adherence to a tradition of heroism in their
early stages.
Despite poets like Homer, doubts about Plato's literature seem to stem from contemporary
political circumstances. The subjugation of Athens by powerful Spartans creates solid ground
for skepticism towards literature. On one hand are the great heroes present in epics like those
by Homer; on the other hand is Athens's defeat—this certainly appears ironic.
Ezra Pound stated that epic poetry is history-laden poetry; in other words, it suggests that
history is often dull for ordinary people but becomes engaging through literary expression.
History always values those who work for public welfare and strive to preserve their identity.
The characters and events emphasized by him are often kept alive in society through literary
works, such as Mahavira, Gautama Buddha, Alexander the Great, Chandragupta Maurya,
Ashoka, Samudragupta, Lalitaditya Muktapida, Akbar the Great, Maharana Pratap,
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Rajmata Jijabai, Aurangzeb, Mangal Pandey, Mahatma Gandhi,
Subhas Chandra Bose, Chandrashekhar Azad, Ashfaqulla Khan, Napoleon Bonaparte (the
Little Corporal), Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, etc. There are many such characters in Indian
and world literature that have been depicted in literature. Through various forms of literature,
writers have beautifully unveiled the relationship between history and literature. When
significant inspirational characters from history are depicted in such writings by authors,
society is given a certain direction. Just as there is a deep connection between literature and
human society, there is also a similar relationship between literature and history. When
important inspirational characters working for public welfare are at the center of literature, it
becomes simpler and more accessible while guiding human society.
Various Ideologies
Renaissance - The literal meaning of Renaissance is "to awaken again." The term
'Renaissance' is derived from Italian. The Italian writer Vasari first referred to the social,
religious, and economic changes occurring in the 16th century as 'Renaissance.' In fact, the
secular trends that emerged between the 14th and 16th centuries were termed Renaissance
consciousness, with humanism as its central truth. This included reasoning, curiosity, and the
expression of humanistic feelings in art and literature. There was a development of critical
research and analytical tendencies. The focal point of the Renaissance was Italy. Therefore,
the Renaissance movement started in Italy and spread throughout Europe, bringing ancient
humanistic thought back to the forefront. Italy has been the birthplace of many scholars such
as Dante, Petrarch, Giotto, and Leonardo da Vinci. Dante emphasized freedom and
individualism in his work "Divine Comedy."
German Historians of the Renaissance Era - The Renaissance had a profound impact on
Germany's intellectual life. As a result, there was a special emphasis on studying ancient texts,
languages, and grammar. Additionally, three new universities in Germany—Freifswald,
Freiburg, and Basel—encouraged critical and analytical historical writing. The following are
some German historians from the Renaissance era and their works:
1. Albert Krantz (1450-1517)
2. Johannes Turmair - Annals of the Dukes of Bavaria
3. Ulrich Von Hutten - A Manifesto of Henry IV against Gregory VII
4. Beatus Rhenauns (1486-1547) - A History of German Affairs
5. Sebastian Franck (1459-1542) - The Chronicon and other works
6. Conrad Celtis (1459-1508) - Tacitus's Germania Carmen
7. Conrad Peutinger (1465-1547) - History of Ancient Germany
Humanism - Medieval European civilization was based on artificiality and hollow ideals;
worldly life was deemed false. Greek philosophy was studied at European universities. Roger
Bacon opposed Aristotle's dominance and proposed the principles of rationalism. Humanists
criticized the rigidity of the Church and clergy. Humanism is an ideology that places humans
at its center while establishing them within broader life contexts. It can also be described as
an ideology related to humans by humans for humans. The statement by Greek scientist
Pythagoras that "man is the measure of all things" can define humanism. All characteristics of
the Renaissance serve as a medium to express humanism.
There has also been a special tradition of humanist thinkers including Aristotle, Plato, Virgil,
Cicero, Petrarch, etc., who provided a broad framework for humanism through various
mediums.
Arnold Toynbee posits that "Indian culture is regarded as the best in the world because its goal
is not 'self' but 'others'." He emphasizes that humanitarians sacrifice everything for the welfare
of humanity, and those who remain confined to self-interest are akin to animals. True humanity,
according to Toynbee, lies in living for others.
He advocates for the eradication of evils within oneself and the development of human virtues
such as compassion, love, altruism, non-violence, sacrifice, generosity, goodwill, honesty, self-
strength, fearlessness, and righteousness. These qualities make humans the finest creation
of God, and their absence leads to a lifeless existence for humanity.
Colonialism and Imperialism
Colonialism refers to the practice where a powerful nation exploits a weaker nation rich in
natural resources for its own interests (economic, political, cultural, and religious). Under
colonialism, the colonized people are ruled by a foreign power without political rights.
According to Arganoski, "All areas governed by foreign powers are considered colonies where
residents lack full political rights." Essentially, colonialism involves the exploitation of weaker
nations by stronger ones.
Imperialism, on the other hand, is the approach through which an ambitious nation expands
its power and glory by controlling other countries' natural and human resources. This
intervention can be political, economic, cultural, or otherwise. The most direct form of
imperialism is when a nation takes political control over a territory and deprives its inhabitants
of various rights. Controlled regions are termed empires.
The difference between colonialism and imperialism lies in their nature and execution:
Aspect Colonialism Imperialism
Political, economic, social control over a
Control region Control over key economic factors
Aspect Colonialism Imperialism
Duration Long-term process Often short-term or strategic
Historical Exists since early civilizations (e.g., Roman
Roots Emerged from geographical discoveries Empire)
Driven by individual and institutional
Motivations efforts Driven by state efforts
Socialism
Socialism is an ideology that emphasizes the establishment of an egalitarian society and
state. The term 'socialism' was first used by Robert Owen in 1830. He articulated his theories
in works like "The New View of Society." Socialism opposes capitalism and supports economic
equality. According to Karl Marx, capitalism is the root cause of economic inequality as it
exploits the working class.
Marx's seminal work "Das Kapital" discusses the causes of conflict between capitalists and
workers and envisions a future where class struggles lead to equality.
It will come when capitalism comes to an end and the whole world is ruled by the working
class (proletariat)
It will go.
Oriental Absolutism: The theory of oriental absolutism in Indian history was propounded by
H.G. Rawlinson
was. According to this, from the very beginning in India, all the power of power was
concentrated in the hands of the autocratic ruler and allies.
There is a lack of rule of law and it is suppressed when it is challenged by the central authority
Where the people of India have been accustomed to autocratic rule. India had a system of
monopoly rule. Having said that,
The colonialists have justified the system of government in India in which all power is in the
hands of the Viceroy.
She lived. The purpose of this rendering was to demean the Indians and justify the foreign
rule.
Post-structuralism: It is a 20th-century philosophical movement and critical literature based on
the philosophical and critical literature of the sixties.
It finally started in France. It is based on the linguistic theories of the Swiss scholar Ferdinand
de Saussure, the French anthropologist Claude.
It is based on the concepts of reconstruction by Levi Strauss (related to structuralism) and
philosopher Jacques Derrida.
According to this theory, language does not act as a communication tool with some external
reality, as opposed to
Generally used. Instead, language is based on a relationship with the 'outside world' with a
few words and
Communication creates a world of communication through the relationship between others. In
addition, the movement has been widely involved in
Structuralism was characterized by criticism. However, many writers associated with this
movement have described the poststrialist,
The concept is denied. Many of them are inspired by existential phenomena theory.
Christian Historiography- Church means "the place of the Lord." One is the Lord's Worship
and the other is the Christian's
Organization. In addition to church, there is only the word church. It is a distorted form of the
Greek biblical word ecclesia.
In the Bible it means "the community of Christians in a particular place or around the world"
but later the term
It was also used for churches. Agitation is an intellectual movement that was the dominant
ideology of the 18th century
In which Germany had a major role. The Earliest Spatial Achievement of Innate Historiography
in Universal History
The concept had to be formulated. The philosophy of Christian historiography was that God
gave the same blood to all people
They were all children of Adam and Eve. It was a dogmatic religion in Christianity that
Christianity had existed in the world since the time of creation.
It was destiny. Enlightenment, historiography, movement to neutralize every aspect and
thought of human life, Enlightenment
It was a revolt against religion. Voltaire considered himself the leader of the fight against
Christianity and superstitions. this
The church was not favored in writing. History was written fearlessly by religion.
The concept of holistic history is related to the Kalkrit ideology. Analy's Ideology
School) is the ideology of 20th-century French historians. This school of thought was found in
Europe in the late medieval and
It is the ideology of the early modern age. This is the ideology before the French Revolution
and at the time of the French Revolution.
are. Prominent historians related to it are Sucian Faguevre, Henri Houser Mark Black and
Fernanda Brandl.
Books of various historians and their biographies
Indian Historian
Damonand Dharmanand Koshambi - Famous Marxist historian Damodar Dharmanand
Kosambi
Kosambi was a multi-faceted person. He was a Marxist in India.
He laid a strong foundation for historiography. He was a mathematician and statistician by
profession.
For a while, he was known as Albert Einstein (Relativity: The special and the
General Theory was also discussed. He graduated from Farmuson College, Pune.
Teaching at Banaras Hindu University, Aligarh Muslim University
The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) and the Council for Fundamental
Research (CIFR) have been set up in the country.
He also worked in institutions such as Scientific and Industrial Research. universe
He actively participated in the activities of the Peace Movement. Mathematics and
Kosambi From Fantasy to Reality
Statistics as well as 'Chromosome Mapping, Scientific History Archaeology'
(Famous by Lord Singh)
He also made a significant mark in the field of numismatics, editing and recitation. He was a
polyglot. Sanskrit, Pali,
He had extraordinary authority over Prakrit, Greek, Latin, German and French languages. He
has worked in the field of literature and culture.
In Amar Singh's 'Amar Kosha Vidyakar's Subhashitratnakosh, Martruhari's Shataktriyi',
Urvashi-Pururava Prasanga, 'Bhagavad Gita'
and the scholarly analysis of Kautilya's 'Arthashastra'. He is still a member of Indian
intellectuals.
And writers face a huge challenge. His great works were compared to Christopher Caudwell,
George Thompson, and
It is done with the Anald Houser. Damodar, the legend of Indian history, rich in encyclopedic
knowledge.
The centenary year of Dharmananda Koshambari's birth passed just a few years ago. Some
of the Hindi during the birth centenary year
Handful of journals published original and translated articles on his personality and historical
contribution.
However, Bhagwan Singh's
The publication of the book 'Kosandhi: From Fiction to Reality' was as pleasant and shocking
as it was. Much more than that
It was a frustrating and frustrating experience after going through this book. Literary among
historians and
Bhagwan Singh, who is known as a historian among litterateurs, has written this book in a
dutiful style.
The author's statement in the book that "our own effort has been to understand Kaushambi is
absolutely wrong.
is. Sweeping the entire historical work of D. D. Koshambi, his Indus Valley Civilization and
Aryan relatives.
Concepts are at the heart of this book. In this, his image is based on facts that work on the
Western agenda.
An attempt has been made to present it as an anti-Aryan snobbish historian who distorts it.
These
Major book: An Introduction to the Indian History, 1956, 'The Culture of Civilization in Enlate
India'
(1956). Numismatics, Myth and Reality: Studies in the Formation of Indian Culture, 1962.
Romesh Chandra Dutta (1848-1909) was a famous economist, civil service officer, great
scholar of Sanskrit, nationalist leader
He was deeply knowledgeable in Indian classics, who passed on a vast literary heritage to
subsequent generations.
done. Romesh Chandra Dutt was convinced that India's social
Literature as a source material for history is of unmistakable importance. Literature
In the Battle of Bengal (1877), he wrote that the literature of each country is serial.
In people going through different stages from the modalities and customs
Accurately reflects activities and thoughts. Although pure
No work with historical character was inherited by the people of ancient India.
But his writings on literature and religion have changed his civilization and
A very accurate picture of the progress of intellectual and social institutions emerged.
Ramesh Chandra Duta
Comes to the fore. In his book 'Economic History of India' (1901 AD), he described the outflow
of money from India.
mentioned. His Economic History of India is considered to be the first book on the economic
history of India.
It was surprising that as early as 1904, an Indian scholar declared economic history in two
volumes.
You have written it down. Dutt's work came to light after Dadabhai Naoroji's 'Drain Theory' and
was comparatively
He investigated the nature of British rule more deeply. The book is mainly used in
parliamentary papers and authoritative papers.
This is based on reports which have been corroborated by statistical materials. He wrote a
novel called 'The Lake of Pomp'.
It is an English translation of the Ramayana and Mahabharata. 'Pegginary of Bengal', 'History
of Civilisation' in
'Entente India' is also his main book.
Hemchandra Roy Choudhury (1892-1957) was born in Ponabalia village in Barisath district of
Bengal.
It happened in the In 1921, he was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (P.M.) degree in Ancient
Indian History.
D.D.). In 1952, he became Professor of Ancient Indian History and Culture.
He remained in this position till then. A book titled 'Political History of Ancient India' was
published in 1923. In the Treatise
There are two parts, in the first history, from the accession of King Parikshit to the accession
of King Bimbasara, the history was written
The second part covers the period of ancient India from the reign of Bimbisara to the decline
of the Gupta Empire i.e. 550 AD.
Sheds light on political events. Roychowdhury has described many such incidents in his
history
Which was still unknown. These include the chronology of Shishunaga and Bimbisara, the
invasion of Antiochus III on the Mauryan Empire.
(206 A.D. 10) etc. are noteworthy.
Vishwanath Kashinath Rajwade (24 June 1863 – 31 December 1928) was an Indian historian,
scholar, writer and writer.
There were speakers. He is very famous as 'Itihasacharya Rajwade'. He was also prolific in
Sanskrit language and grammar.
He was a scholar as evidenced by his well-known works 'Rajwade Chaturkosha', 'Vadha',
'Sanskrit Bhashecha Ulagada' etc. He
He wrote a historical book called 'History of Indian Marriage Society' (Marathi). He narrated
the history of the Marathas.
He published the Mahagranth in 22 volumes containing the material 'Marathanici Itihasa
Sadhana'. Against Indian rationalism
Vishwanath Kashinath Rajwade, historian, grammarian, critic and commentator who
countered Western accusations
He was the best representative of the Marathi intellectual tradition from Tilak to Tilak. Based
on the solid foundation of Vedic and other scriptures
The History of the Indian Marriage Institution (1926) written in Marathi by Rajwad is an all-time
relevant treatise. Eric Bulk, in his magnum opus Europe and the People Without History, said,
"An exploration of anthropological history.
It does.
Tapan Roychoudhury (8 May 1826 – 25 November 2014) was a British Indian historian and a
professor of economic history.
and was an Indian historian specializing in the history of Bengal. Tapan Roychowdhury by the
Government of India
In 2007, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan in the field of literature and education. Them
It is believed that "the history of any country is divided into periods and they are defined."
Doing is a problematic issue. This is especially the case with India.
Our historians, all of whom were initially British, have drawn from their European experience.
For those who took the paradigm of division of ancient, middle and modern times
It wasn't accurate at all. After this, he named it Hindu, Muslim and British era.
Created a new division and made the issue highly complicated. "Their
Tapan roy chaudhari
Major books 'Bengal under Akbar and Jahangir', 'The World in Our Tine – A Nemayor',
(2011). 'Europe Reconsidered' (1968), 'Perceptions Emotions Sensibles' (1999), 'Bangalama'
(2007) etc.
K. P. Jaiswal (27 November 1881 – 4 August 1937) – Kashi Prasad Jaiswal was an Indian
historian and historian.
He was a litterateur and internationally renowned scholar of archaeology. Kashi Prasad
Jaiswal was also the Deputy Minister of Kashi Nagari Pracharini Sabha. He was the Chief
Research Journal of Bihar.
He also edited the papers Pataliputra. In the Event Museum Setting
They made an important contribution. He was born in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh.
It happened in the merchant's house. He took admission examination from London Mission
School in Mirzapur.
Passed in the first class. Important works of Kashi Prasad Jaiswal The Hindu
Politics and History of India'. In both of these works, those important assumptions
To substantiate this, this Sanskrit scholar has written a variety of
Kashi Prasad Jaiswal
He used literary, archival and monetary sources and interpreted them in his own style.
nationalist
His book Hindu Polity, written in the democratic movement, was a phenomenal success. He
wrote his book
In 'History of India', Bharatsivanago, who allegedly liberated the country from the foreign rule
of the Saka-Kushans
Presented as heroes.
Govind Sakharam Sardesai (17 May 1865-1969) - Govind Sakharam Sardesai (1865-1969)
was an Indian historian of Marathas.
It is a leading place. He made an immense contribution in highlighting the history of
Chhatrapati Shivaji. They have been instilled since childhood.
He was very interested in history. He wrote books on various subjects and translated them
into Marathi. 1899
In 1907, he published 'Muslim Siasat'. The first volume of Marathi politics after three years
Printed. This composition was completed over the next thirty years in 9 volumes. His from the
Jadunath government.
Contact began in 1904 and culminated in lifelong friendship. Jadunath Sarkar
In 1950, two districts published their correspondence on historical topics.
The most important works of retiring are in the 45 published volumes of Peshwa Damtar.
There are 8,650 papers included and there are 7,801 pages in total. Immediately after the
publication of the Peshwa's office
Later, Jadunath Sarkar and Sardesai jointly edited the Poona Residency and
G. S. Sardesai
Decided to publish. His most important work is 'History of the Maratha'
In which he consolidated the 8 sections of the Marathi princely state into 3 sections in English.
His other works
Ven Currents of Maratha, 'History Handbook The Records', 'In the Alienation Office of Dhuna,
Poona Affairs' etc.
Romila Thapar- Romila Thapar's life has been completely devoted to creative research on
India. Them
The work of writing mainly focuses on the history of ancient India. He took the ancient history
of India from a new perspective.
Saw and Orientalist Despotism, Aryan Race and Ashoka's Non-Violence
Developed the scope of research by refuting established beliefs.
In particular, he has considered the period of Ashoka in detail. Their Functions
He has been a pioneer in the field of social history. Later, he learned about culture, society.
And trace the links between history. He explored that
How history is made and presented. He has warned with his writings
Romila Thapar
That history should not be misinterpreted for political gains. He stressed on the need for
secularism in politics.
It is emphasized. Romila Thapar's major works 'Ashoka and the Decline of the Mauryas',
History of India,
Ekkot Indian Social History, From Lineage to State Social Formation, 'Interpainting Ali India'
etc. are prominent.
Gaurishankar Hirachandra Ojha (1889-1947) was an Indian historian and a famous writer of
Hindi. They have
He wrote many books on the history of Rajasthan and India. They are located in the library of
Victoria Hall, Udaipur.
He was made president of the museum. At the same time, for the Department of Archaeology,
they have to be kept with historical material like inscriptions, coins, sculptures etc.
I had the opportunity to collect. While living here, he wrote a book called 'Indian Ancient
Lipimala' and entered the archaeology world.
Earned a distinguished reputation. This book was published in 1894. This is the first authentic
study of records.
The book. In 1911, he wrote the history of Sirohi state.
Neelkanth Shastri was born in 1892 in Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu). For a while
He also taught in Banaras and Chidambaram. Thereafter, he studied at the University of
Chennai as Dr. Krishna Swamy Iyengar.
In 1929, he became Professor of Indian History and Archaeology. In the Beginning
Neelkanth Sastri worked on various aspects of the history of the Tamil country and studied the
history of ancient India.
He studied and also gained special knowledge of Sanskrit language and archaeology to fulfill
his goal. He
He wrote many important historical works, the names of which are as follows: 'The Pandya
Kingdom: 'The Chola', 'History'
'Of South India', 'Studies in the History of Srivijaya', 'Foreign Notice of South India'.
Rajendra Lal Mitra was born in 1822 AD in a Kayastha family. He has spent ten years
From 1846 to 1856, he worked as Assistant Secretary and Librarian of the Asiatic Society of
Bengal.
After this, he was appointed as the president. While at this institution, he did research work
and research.
Received practical training. Under his direction, many research books were edited and ancient
fortified texts were edited.
Lists were published. Rajendra Lal Mitra has published many research articles in journals
published by the Asiatic Society.
Also write. These articles illustrate his profound scholarship on archeological literature,
philosophy, etc. Compilation of these research articles
It was published in 1881 under the title 'The Indo Aryans'. In addition, Rajendra Lal Mitra wrote
two important historical books.
By writing the book 'The Sanskrit Literature of Nepal and Antiquities of Orissa', he established
himself in the line of great historians.
Stood up.
Rajni Pam Dutt (19 June 1896 – 20 December 1974) was a Marxist historian. They are from
Great Britain.
He was a prominent journalist and theorist in the Communist Party who wrote a book called
'India Today'
Which has given a very accurate description of the British Indian economy. According to Rajni
Pam Dutt, 'Gandhian religion'
He was the nurturer of personal property in the name of He has given a profound influence to
the Indian National Movement from time to time.
When the movement was at its peak and success seemed very close. Gandhi Conservative
&
There were representatives of the narrow elements. Rajni Pam Dutt does not give credit for
independence to Gandhi and the Congress. "
Jadunath Sarkar (1870-1958) was an Indian historian. Sir Jadunath Sarkar was born in
December 1870.
He was born in the Rajshahi (now Bangladesh) district of Bengal. In 1901, he published his
first research book 'Aurangzeb's India'.
Published. He wrote many books like 'History of Aurangzeb, Shivaji and His Time', 'Decline of
Mughal Empire'.
Books authored. Apart from this, he wrote many other books such as 'A Military History of
India',
'Anekdots of Aurangzeb', 'Historical Essays', 'Chaitanya: His Pilgrims and Teachings'. India
Bot the Ang', 'Sort
History of Aurangzeb', 'Bihar and Orissa Eroding the Fall of the Mughal Empire', 'House of
Shivaji' etc.
Heramb Chaturvedi (31 December 1965 – Indore) - Heramb Chaturvedi completed his higher
education from elementary to Allahabad
It happened. He is a well-known historian of Allahabad University who authored 8 books.
Medieval among them
'State and Politics in India' was awarded the Acharya Narendra Dev Award by the Uttar
Pradesh Hindi Sansthan for the year 2003 and 2005.
Received. Two Sultans, Two Emperors and Their Romantic Surroundings', 'Tales of Mughal
Women', 'Gandhi and His
Satyagraha Ki Yatra', 'Mughal Shahzada Khusrau Good-Destiny, Sharafat Aur Badnasib Ki
Dastan', Allahabad School of
History, Chaturvedi of India, 'The Mathura Klein – A Historical and Socio Culture Study', Kumbh
Historical
Wangamaya, 'Lalaram Bhup, the creator of Indian literature', is prominent.
Ramachandra Guha is an Indian historian. The main topics of his writings are environment,
social sector and history.
It has been. He wrote books and articles on sports, especially cricket. His famous books
include 'India Emperor Gandhi'.
(2007). 'Gandhi Before India' (2013). 'Gandhi: The Years That Changed the World', 'Saving
the Civilization' (1999), 'Democratized'
and Disenfranchised (2016).
Rai Bahadur Dayaram Sahni (1979-1939) was an Indian archaeologist who excavated at
Harappa in the year 1921-22 AD.
The Indus Valley Civilization is the main place of the Indus Valley Civilization. His major books
are 'Assassinations of Barat'.
'Archaeological Remains and Assumptions of Sambhar', 'I Love India', 'Ancient Indian
Economic Thinking: A Glimpse'.
'Guide True the Buddhist Reigns of Sarnath'.
T. V. Mahalingam (1907-1883) was an Indian historian who wrote a list of handwritten historical
sources.
Made a significant contribution to the making. He was awarded the Padma Shri by the
Government of India in 1969.
The author of the book 'Kingdom' is K. 10 Neelkanth Sastri, which was published in 1974. He
has done many
Wrote books including books such as 'Inscriptions History'.
Ranjit Guha- A Typical Statement of the Subulton School 'Prose of Counter Insurgency' was
written by Ranjit Guha
is. The Subreston School is the study of the grassroots population in which people-based
history is studied.
is. It is now being said that the limited vision of history has been replaced by people-oriented
or subton history.
It has been said to be done. His major book is 8 Elementary Aspects of Vital Insurgency in
Colonial
India'.
Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya - Engineer's Day (15 September 1850 AD) is the birthday of M.
Visvesvaraya.
It is celebrated as. Sir Mokshagundan Visvesvaraya was a very gentle-minded person. They
have launched Plan Economy.
He created the book 'For India'.
A. R. Desai: He described the rise of Indian nationalism in the 'Social Background of Indian
Nationalism' as a complex and complex
We have tried to present the multicoloured process in its various forms. The period of this
exploration was during the British India.
The period was limited to the beginning of World War II (1939-1945). He has revisited the
events of the latter.
It has been described in a book called Indian Nationalism.
Foreign Historians
Herodots- Known as the 'Father of History' for writing the first great narrative of history.
He was a compiler of documents of events and wars between Greece and Persia in the 5th
century BC.
He has set an example in his style of writing and his
Works are still a valuable source of information for that period. Herodots
Was born in about 494 AD in the Empire of Persia. Roman orator and
The author Ciceron, in his famous treatise The History, called him the 'Father of History'.
Supposedly. However, some criticize it and Herodotes
He calls it the 'father of lies' and claims that history is from the stories.
There's nothing more. Herodotes spread across Nis, Africa and Asia Minor.
During the trip, he compiled his history. The main part of their history
The theme was the war between Persia and Greece from 499-479 BC.
A roman copy (2" century AD)
He also wrote about his comments. His work in Greece, Miss
of a greek bust of Herodotus
and everyday life in Asia Minor, as well as the seven of the ancient world.
from the first half of the 4""
Information about surprises is included. Although divided by them
century BC
History was divided into books of knowledge. The first five books describe the background of
the Greek-Persian War.
is. The first part of their history tells an event of the war and its preparatory events, including
the Izni uprising.
And the battle of the marathon is also included. His work tells the story of the latter quasi-
organization and the development of the Persian Empire.
and includes a description of geography, history, and social structure. It is clear that he is a
Greek.
I wanted to explain the difference between people. She explained in her writings that under
one language, religion and inspiration.
The united people and the multilingual people of Persian are still united under one command.
His style was unique and
Often those who were left open to criticism were those who made history a storytelling,
interpretation and dialogue.
It was written about. He was the first Greek historian to write the entire history in his own
distinctive style.
Setting a precedent for years to come. Although his work was often disputed and criticized.
(a) Calculate the value of the product. Their history remains a major source for the original
information of this period in Greek history.
Herodotus' Indian historiography – 484-425 BC It is called the father of history. He wrote about
India.
Inhabited is the eastern end of the world and it is close to the sun. Dara the Great, the ruler of
Iran on the northern part of India.
It is the 20th province of Darius's society and the Indian people here give 360 talents as gold
tax
are. Herodotus also wrote that the number of Indians in Darius' empire was greater than the
population of any other country.
There's more. Indians are black in color. There are many black Indians living in the far south
of Darius the Great's empire
Which Darius does not have the right to. India is inhabited by many tribes, including some wild
and nomadic tribes.
are. There is a nomadic tribe called the Pidians who eat raw meat and sacrifice their elderly
relatives.
And after sacrificing, she eats their flesh too. Other (civilized) castes in India other than wild
castes
It is also the one that does not kill people. They did not produce food grains, that is, they did
not do agriculture. These are often herbs and
They eat fruits and do not take care of sick people. A sick person lives in solitude in the forest.
abandons. Herodotus also mentions eating raw fish and writes that in addition to the Nile,
Gharial is found in the Indus River. He also mentions those who lived in the empire of Darius
the Great, who were very
There were fighters and they were sent to the desert to fetch gold. He has written that there is
such a tree in India.
It produces the wool-bearing fruit of a good sheep. The people of India use cotton cloth and
cane.
They make bows and arrows and use iron on the fore part of the arrows. It wrote that gold
mines
Apart from this, it is also found in rivers and ponds. Therefore, the Sone river was also called
Hiranyawah. Horodots
It is written that in India, except for the horse, all the other animals and birds are bigger than
other animals and birds of the world. that
It is said that the ruler of Iran waived the tax on four villages because those cows were given
to some state dogs.
The responsibility of care was assigned.
Thucydidis- Thucydidis was an Athenian historian who is considered the father of scientific
historiography.
Apart from this aspect, it was also a soldier during the war who pitted his city (state) against
Sparta.
did. Thucydidis was held responsible for the defense of Athens during the war, however, after
a defeat.
Because he was sent into exile. From the very beginning of the Peloponnesian War, he began
to record his journal.
done. There are eight books in the history of the Peloponnesian War – the eighth book
between a campaign of 411 BC
It ends suddenly. Thucydidis used history as if it was to inform historians and politicians
It was written with the intention of giving guidelines. His goals for writing were "researchers
who have a fair knowledge of the past."
Therefore, we want to help in interpreting the future that will be the sequence of human
activities.
It will be the same as in the past. "
Comparative analysis of Herodotus and Thucydidis:
Thucydidis is characterized by fact, reason, imagination and objectivity.
Herodotus is characterized by myth, legend, sentimentality and subjectivity.
Herodotus is considered to be the father of history. Herodotus as the Father of History
He was the first to propound the scientific nature of history, but psychologically.
Thucydidis is considered to be the father of history. Hippocrates on it
The influence of medicine is very strong.
Bust of thucydides3
BCE
(Artstor/Erich
The writing style of Herodotus is simple, self-evident and believable, while Thucydidis
Lessing Culture and fine
Has a raunchy, artificial and repellent style.
arts Archieves)
Herodotus was limited in the process of history to just the 'what' while Thucydidis was limited
to the 'what' as well as the 'why' and
He also wants to know how.
Hegel: Hegel's philosophy bridged the gap between Christian scholars and secular
philosophers. Liberal Christians
In order to satisfy the Divine Principle, he sufficiently incorporated the Divine Principle and at
the same time emphasized logic
That appeased the rationalists. In the process, he established new paradigms that would
deepen the academic community.
Impressed. Its microhistorical approach enlarged the scope of historical studies. These
studies,
The advantages of extending those which were hitherto confined to political history and
biographical works
The example of this approach illustrated. A new generation of historians, including Karl Marx,
have made innovators in social history.
He eagerly accepted the possibilities. The division of four important parts of history made by
Hegel
Many historians from Oriental, Greek, Roman and German faithfully accepted that different
cultures
And the ages were basically unequal. Hegel emphasized that often for real purposes and for
the purposes demonstrated
There is a variation, not in the over-critical evaluation and tendency of the source materials.
Actions for compatibility,
Motives and indirect effects were examined more and more subtly, and incidental relationships
became more and more
It became more important. The dialectical model had little immediate impact, but in later
generations many historical
This has become a basic principle in the Mimamsas. Hegel authored a number of books, some
of which are important.
The names of the books are as follows- 'The Phenominology of Spirit', 'The Science of Logic',
'Philosophy of Right'
and Law', 'Lectures on the Philosophy of History'. 'Philosophy of History, etc.
Karl Marx (1818-1883) - Karl Marx is considered the father of scientific socialism. Even before
Marx, socialists
Ideology did exist, but it existed only as an ideal. To give it a practical shape
In view of this, no fixed law existed. By Marx
The scientific basis was provided for the practical form, it was rationalized.
It was created and converted into the reality of an ideal. by Marx
Scientific socialism is also known as communism. Vapor's
"The power of your message, the inspiration of your teaching, and the future through you."
Because of the impact it has had on development, none of the world's great political thinkers
Marx's place in the collection is preserved. Karl Marx was born on May 5, 1818 in Germany.
He was born into a middle-class Jewish family in the small town of Treve, who later converted
to Christianity.
Religion embraced. His early education took place at the grammar school in Trebes. after that
Charles Marx
At the age of 17, he entered the University of Bonn with the aim of pursuing higher education.
Sometime from there
He then went to the University of Berlin. There he came under the influence of Hegelian
philosophy. From here he went to Jena.
In 1841, at the age of 33, he completed his Ph.D. in 1941.
Received. In 1842, he became the editor of the Rheinische Jaishtung, a moderate military
newspaper. Marx's Furious
A year later, in 1843, the paper was closed under the wrath of the government. Angels Marx's
He was not only a friend, disciple and colleague, but also his protector. With his generous
financial support, Marx
He could survive even in the darkest of times in his life. Angelus Marx's financial mentor
No, but he was also an accomplice in the formulation of socialist ideology. In 1818, Marx and
Engels teamed up.
He jointly authored the 'Communist Manifesto', which was a milestone in the development of
socialist ideology.
Proven. The era of scientific socialism began from that. Marx propounded the scientific
socialist ideology.
Not only did he do it, but he also did the work of organizing the workers to give it a practical
form. For this
In 1847, he founded the First Congress of Workers, which he named the Communist League.
In 1864 AD
Marx formed the International Labour Organization in London, which was known as the 'First
International' in Communist history.
Noted. Originally, British imperialism with three stages was propounded by Karl Marx. Marx in
India
British colonialism and economic exploitation describes a three-stage theory. Rajnipam Dutt
in his
India Today has a remarkable portrayal of the Indian colonial economy in which he wrote the
words of Karl Marx.
Based on the three-stage theory. According to this, British colonialism in India passed through
three phases.
Stages of colonialism
commercial
industrial
financial
Capitalist phase
Capitalist phase
Capitalist phase
(1757-1812 ई०)
(11813-1860 ई०)
(After 1860)
Karl Marx, keeping his dialectical materialist theory in relative, gave a number of definitions,
some of which
The following are:
The history of all societies that have existed so far has been class struggle.
Workers of the world unite, you have nothing to lose and the whole world to gain.
The real history of mankind begins with communism.
History repeats itself, first as tragedy and later as farce.
The theory of historical materialism was given by Marx. He made the most of the references
to capital and dialectical materialism It is written.
Marx's major books are The Holy Family (1845), German Ideology (1846). Communist
Manifesto (1848), Slave
Capitol (1857-94). The Critique of Political Economy (1859), The Class Struggle in France:
Utility, Value of Gain,
The Philosophy of Poverty: Wages, Labor, and Capital.
Karl Marx's Dialectical Materialism: Marx's philosophy is called dialectical materialism. For
Marx
Reality is not just a thought, but a physical reality. thought
The evolved form of matter itself is its physical current.
It is evolutionary, but it is a dialectical development.
It happens. Thus Marx's Hegel's ideology
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Opponents but accept his dialectical system
does. Marx and Hegel were of the opinion that "opponents
Truth is established only through the struggle of the elements. "
Historiography in India after independence
The philosophy was beginning to be underlined. Karl Marx
This historiography of the Sense-based materialism of
It was used in interpretation. First in India
Damodar Dharmanand Kaushambi wrote about ancient Indian history.
IGin gliged Commite
Presented a materialist interpretation of. He wrote Marx's
Accepted the principle that production is like
Economic element is the decisive basis for the development of society.
It happens. In the Indian context, he has written about his own homelands.
'An intruduction to the indian history' तथा 'myth and reality' केमाध्यम से इततहास की भौततकवादी
व्याख्या प्रस्तुत
of. Both the texts shook the Indian historiography at once.
From 416 BC to 398 BC, he served as a royal physician at the court of Arantxxes, the ruler of
Iran.
Remained in form. All of its writings have been written by the royal servants of Iran, military
officials and in the court of Iran.
It is based on the descriptions of the Indians. Tisius mentions the man-eating Indian (animal)
whose head
It belonged to man and the torso belonged to an animal, and its tail was venomous and long,
by which it was powerful.
He could even kill animals. One such man-eater was gifted to the ruler of Iran by an Indian.
It was gone. Tisius wrote that he has also seen Indians of white color. Descriptions of later
Greek Roman writers
Its phrases are found in . Straub as well as almost all scholars have called Teusius' description
false
And it is written that Tisius wrote like a Lather.
Ibn Khalduz – In the fourteenth century, a prodigious historian born not only in Europe but also
in Africa
(1332-1406 AD). He not only wrote history but also the method of historiography and
Understand the importance of social institutions. He wrote literature on his earlier Arab history.
Adopted the method of interpreting the specific through ordinary means, keeping it separate
from the
He wrote in the preface to his famous 'lawsuit' that he (Innakhalduj)
Writing so that the rulers know what happened before and what happened afterwards
It will be. It is an attempt to understand history in terms of time, flow and direction of
development.
There was an effort that is still relevant today. Thus, using the scientific method.
The historian can avoid theories, opinions, and prejudices. A matter of scientific history
Ibn khalduz
Inkhaldooj was the first person to do it. The second thing is that he himself could not write that
history completely.
The basis for evaluating Innakhaldooz cannot be that he could not give history the shape it
was supposed to be.
I used to do it. It should be seen from the point of view that because of his critical method and
philosophical leanings, he
He gave history the dignity that could only be done centuries later in Europe. He wrote before
the Renaissance of Europe.
And that too in Africa. When the Renaissance began in Europe in the 15th century, it was the
vision of life.
It began to change. The influence of religion on history also began to diminish in two ways.
One is non-monks, too.
When he was attracted to historiography, the subject of other history now started becoming
'secular'. Head of Ilnkhalduz
The masterpiece is 'Kitab-ul-Ibar'. In fact, Kitab-ul-Ibar is a composite form of three books:
1. The first book describes civilization, its basic elements and its impact on human
beings.
2. Its book describes the legend of the Arabs.
3. In the third book, the author gives an account of North-West Africa and its barbaric
dynasties.
4. At the end of the book, 'Al-Tareef', meaning his autobiography, is compiled.
The preface to this book is called The Lawsuit, which has been translated into English by
Franz Rojnyal.
Arnold Joseph Toynbee (14 April 1889 – 22 October 1975) was an English historian.
After receiving higher education at Oxford University, he studied there and the University
of London.
He taught history in 1947 and earned a wonderful reputation in the field of history.
of. Troynbee also spent a year as a correspondent for the Manchester Guardian.
He worked for the year 1924 and edited the Survey of International Affairs in 1924.
did. In Toynbee's works, signs of the decline of Western civilization were visible.
are. He himself has written in one place that "the Western world is on the verge of collapse.
It is happening. Therefore, he has to learn from ancient civilizations to protect himself.
should. Toynbee is of the view that civilizations can be achieved through disciplined study.
Can't be understood. He used his work in the early parts of his work to make his points.
Arnold joseph toynbee
They use a variety of social sciences, including psychology. He believes that different
cultures are different from each other.
(a) Affect the number of people who have a problem with the effect of Toynbee rejects
Spegler's belief that each civilization developed differently.
And after that, civilizations come to an end. His fundamental view is that most of the
historical studies
The small comprehensible unit is the whole of society, not a unilaterally determined part of
it, such as the modern era.
Nation-states or city-states of the Greco-Roman era. In the context of civilization, Toynbee
is of the view that all civilizations
History is parallel and contemporary in certain contexts. Toynbee has written several
books, of which
Some of the major books are 'Travel of the World Journey of East and West', 'Greek
Historical Thought', 'Journey to China',
'Democracy in the Nuclear Age', 'War and Civilization', The Western Question in Turkey
and Greece', 'Survey of International Affairs',
'Supervision of Civilization', 'Study of History', 'Historian's Attitude Towards Religion', etc.
Alexander Cunningham (23 January 1814 – 28 November 1893) was a native of England.
were. Sir Alexander was the founder of the Archaeological Survey of India (1861 AD).
It was Cunningham. The Government of India created the post of Archaeological
Inspection in 1862 AD and
Cunningham was appointed to this position. There are many cities in ancient India.
Searches were made. The name of Sir Alexander Cunningham who made the most effort
in this direction
Remarkable. Cunningham was the first member of the Archaeological Survey of India in
1871.
Director General was appointed. Cunningham to Ayornans, Taxila, Sangal, Sughan,
Sir Alexander Cunningham
He is credited with finding famous centres like Ahichchatra, Bairat, Sankisa, Kaushambi,
Padmavati, Vaishali and Nalanda.
His major books are The Ancient Geography of India, 'The Milasa Tops' and 'Buddhist
Monuments of Central'.
India, Coins of Ancient India, 'An Essay on the Arian Order of Architecture, Age Axe Highlit'
In the Temple of Kashmir, 'The Stupa of Bharhut', Archaeological Survey of India Vol. L,IR,
Encyclopedia
Of Ensent History. Books of Indian Ega Vidhi for Calculate Indian Dates' etc.
In 1817, the Scottish economist and political philosopher James Mill wrote a book titled 'A
He wrote a book called History of British India. In this book, James Mill traces the history
of India to the Hindu period,
The Muslim period and the British period were divided into three periods. We know the
history
There is also a reason why we try to divide them into different time segments. we
Let's try to capture the peculiarities of an era, its central elements. therefore
Words become important with the help of which we divide time. These words are past.
They reflect our ideas about what they tell us from a period to its duration.
What changes have come between them and what is its importance? Mill felt that
All Asian societies lag behind Europe in terms of civilization. James Mill believed
Before the arrival of the British in India, Hindu and Muslim dictators ruled here.
going
was. All around here is religious hatred, caste barriers and superstitions.
James mill
It was swaying. Mill even suggested that the British should take over all of India's territory
So that the Indian people can be provided with knowledge and a happy life. He believed
that without the help of the British.
India cannot progress. Breaking away from the classification suggested by the British,
historians have described Indian history as a
Generally, we are divided into ancient, medieval and modern times.
Augustus Compte and positivism: Positivism is a theory that believes only knowledge
obtained by the scientific method is suitably relied upon.
And believes authentic. The 19th-century French philosopher Auguste Compte (1798-
1857) was the main critic of positivism.
Considered to be the promoter. According to Compte's work 'The Positive Philosophy'
(1830-42 AD), the honorable
Each branch of knowledge has to pass through three theoretical stages to reach maturity:
Theology, metaphysics, the scientific positivist state. According to Compte, "If there is
knowledge of truth, then the knowledge of duty is one."
You become manifest. From this point of view, the idea of thorns carries on the tradition of
Socrates. According to positivism
Kanwal curd is authentic knowledge which is based on experience gained from the senses.
Scientific Techniques in Positivist History
He believed that the investigation of the event was correct because only the history
revealed in a scientific way on the scientific criterion was real.
Complete and reliable knowledge. This scientific notion of positivism has led to the
transformation of history into the natural science.
Created. Positivism does not accept individualism.
Beneditto Croche (25 February 1886 –20 November 1952) was an Italian spiritual
philosopher. He covered a wide range of topics.
But he wrote books in which philosophy, history, aesthetics etc. are prominent. He was a
liberal thinker, but he
Opposed to free trade. What is the real essence of art or what is its soul? In this regard,
Kraunch
He presented his serious analysis, which is also subtle. The consciousness of the self-
essence artist in all the aesthetics of Cronche
is. The self-essence is what Crochet called an inner expression, which in this world
responds mainly in two ways.
is. Cronche's major book is A History of Liberty. Crochet's other major works include The
Theory of Historiography and
History, Philosophy of Behavior', 'Aesthetic Epistemology and General Linguistics as a
Science of Expression', Historical
Materialism and Berks's Arthashastra', 'Date's Poetry' etc. are prominent.
R. G. Collingwood (22 February 1880 – 9 January 1943) was an English historian,
philosopher and philosopher.
There were archaeologists. He was educated at Rugby School and University College,
Oxford.
of. Collingwood classified history as a science and science as a science.
Defined as an organized body. He said that the natural sciences
It is related to the physical world while it is used in the social sciences and human affairs.
(a) Calculate the value of the product. Collingwood is in the present to know things and
history.
Explained a fundamental difference between. He told that knowing things in science
It takes a real perspective to see it.
Collingwood suggested that a historian should have knowledge from historical sources.
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The use of historical imagery by re-enacting the idea of historical figures on the basis of
tax and evidence.
Tax history should be recreated. 'The Principle of Art' (1938) and 'The Idea of History'
(1946)
There are major books.
Vincent Arthur Smith (1848-1920) was a British historian who had much to say on the
history of India.
It is written. Many Indian historians have called his historiography biased. Vincent Arthur
in 1817
Smith passed the Indian Civil Service Examination and was then appointed upon
becoming the United Provinces in India. Vincent
Arthur Smith is known for working in various judicial and executive positions between
1817-1900.
He also served as District and Sessions Judge and finally as Commissioner in July 1900.
Retired. His major works are 'The Oxford History of India, The Early History of India',
History
'Of Fine Art in India and Ceylon', 'The Indian Civil Services as a Profession: A Lecture
Delivered
Ed Trinity College Dublin on June 1011903.
Colonel James Tod (20 March 1782 – 18 November 1835, Scotland) - An officer of the
British East India Company.
He was an Indologist. James Tod, a native of England, was a political agent of the states
of western Rajputana in the year 1817-18 AD.
He came to emerge. He collected material on the history of Rajasthan for five years and
went to England for the year
In 1829, there was the 'Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan' or 'Central and West Rajput
State of India'. this
The word 'Rajasthan' was first used in the composition. Colonel James Tod is considered
the father of Rajasthan's historiography.
goes. His name and work are held in high esteem by scholars of both history and
travelogue. 1013
In 2007, Tonde was promoted to the rank of captain. Resident Sir Richard Strachey
appointed him as his assistant. 1818
From 1822 to 1822, Tod worked as a political agent of Western Rajputana. Politics of the
British Raj
His contribution to Rajasthan as a representative is noteworthy.
1. On 14 January 1823, his book 'Travels in Western India' was published from Bombay.
2. The first part of the classic work 'Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan' in 1829 and the
second in 1834.
Volume published.
Vladimir Lenin (1870-1824) - Vladimir Lenin was a Russian communist revolutionary.
He was a politician and political theorist. Lenin is known as the leader of the Bolshevik
revolution in Russia.
He was the head of government of the Soviet Union from 1917 to 1924. During his time,
the Communist Party was a
It was transformed into an imperialist party. Lenin's ideology was influenced by Marxist
ideology. He has his
He has contributed to the development of Marxist theory and practice through many works.
In 1902, Lenin wrote What's the Battle of the World?
Under 'Is to We Done', it was argued that the proletariat also needs ideology. Imperialism
as the
In 'Highest State of Capitalism' 1916, he analyzed imperialism and capitalism. Another of
his works
The State and Revolution (1917) is also very famous.
Antonio Gramsci- Antonio Francesco Gramsci was an Italian Marxist philosopher and
communist politician. He
He wrote on political theory, sociology and linguistics. He did the traditional
Marxist thought attempted to break with the economic determinism and hence make it a
Considered important neo-Marxist. He was imprisoned by Benito Mussolini
was. He wrote more than 30 notebooks and history analysis during his imprisonment.
3000 Pages Lise. His Prison Notebook' for 20th-Century Political Theory
It is considered a very valuable contribution. Gramsci drew insights from a variety of
sources.
He spoke not only to other Marxists but also to Niccolò Machiavelli, Villasundo Meretto,
Georges
Antonio Gramsci
Gained vision from thinkers such as Sorrell. He wrote in his Prison Notebook, Itavati,
History and Politics, French.
It covers a wide range of topics, including Revolution, Fordism, civil society, folklore,
religion, and popular culture.
His major works include Letters from Persian, Reader of Age Antonio Gramsci, 'With
Satan's Question', 'A Great End
There are 'Terrible World' etc.
James Ferguson (1808-1886) was one of the most important architectural historians of the
19th century.
The books were widely read in Britain, America, India and Australia. Auxiliary of the British
Army in Ferguson
Served as a surgeon. His commentaries on Indian architecture were first published in
1846.
Published in 'Rank-Cut Temple of India'. Thus the historical and contextual aspects of
ancient buildings.
In the work he finds the historical and important of the entire subject of architecture in The
Illustrated Handbook of Architecture.
Prompted to conduct comparative surveys. In 1871, he won the gold medal of the Royal
Institute of British Architects.
Received the medal. His major works are 'History of Indian Eastern Architecture', 'The
Temples of India',
Archaeological in India', 'Ann of the Enchanted Topography of Jerusalem', History of the
Modern Style
Off architectures are key.
J. F. Richards was a professor of history at Duke University, USA. These South Asians
He was a historian who was particularly concerned with the history of the Mughal Empire.
He wrote many books including Mughal.
Empire', 'Mughal Administration in Golconda', Imperial Monetary System Jaffe Mughal Jadi
Books Specially
Noteworthy. He gave a detailed analysis of the Mughal administration, the monetary policy
of the Mughals and their social policy.
In books and published journals. He pointed out that "like the pre-modern European kings,
their
The contemporary Mughal emperors did not depend on loans from private moneylenders
for their day-to-day expenses. "
William Wilson Hunter (1840-1900) was an academician, statistician, and socialist
historian. 1868 A.D.
He wrote a chronological history of rural Bengal in 1900. A Comparative Dictionary of Non-
Aryan Languages of India Four Years Later
Published. He managed the Statistical Survey of India. Statistical Statement of Bengal in
1875-77 AD
Published in 20 volumes. Along with this, he published the 23-volume 'The Imperial
Gazetteer of India' and
Indian Muslims wrote. After retiring, in 1887, he edited the Laws of India.
He himself wrote books on Dalhousie and Bheyo.
Darwinism and Darwinism: Social Darwinism is a theory that equates social evolution with
biological evolution.
Believing that mutual competition and the process of Indra are the keys to overall
development. Charles Darwin (1809-32)
He linked biology with the struggle for life and the law of conquest of the fittest. Based on
this rule
Herbert Spencer (1820-1903) applied it to social life and argued that for the advancement
of society.
Only deserving people should have the right to lead a dignified life. Weak and unworthy
people
They should be out of the competition. Society has been progressive since its inception.
He is with nature himself.
He has been able to adapt himself according to the circumstances.
E. H. Carr (28 June 1892 – 3 November 1982) was an English historian.
He was born in a wealthy family in London. He attended Merchant Tailors School and
Trinity College and the University of Cambridge.
He was educated in the U.S. and worked in the State Department. Carr worked at the
State Department from 1916 to 1938.
He then became a professor in the Department of International Politics at the University
College of Wales. From 1941 to 1946 he
He worked as co-editor of 'The Times' magazine. From 1953 to 1955 he attended Daniel
College, Oxford
He was a tutor in the Department of Political Science. In 1955, he was made a Fellow at
Trinity College, Cambridge. He has written several books.
Books such as 'What are History?', 'The Twenty Years' Crisis, 'A History of Soviet Russia'
are prominent.
Nedur (1776-1831 AD) - Nedur succeeded in establishing history as an independent
subject from a secondary subject.
was obtained. In his book 'History of Som (1811-12 AD), the birth of the modern historical
system is considered.
Nabur made an in-depth study of the primary sources of the political, legitimate and
economic institutions of ancient Rome.
It was only after critically examining them that he wrote 'History of Soma'. This is expected
from the Nebur historian.
He wants to raise his head before God and say, "He has not willfully taken refuge in
falsehood
Nor have they been presented without a thorough search of the facts. Grotte, Weitz, Dilthy
and Momsen all made Nedur
Bharvati is considered to be a spectator of historians.
Leopold von Ranke (1795-1886) was a German historian. Ranke Modern Times: Fact-
Based History
He was the founder of the company. Sanke laid great emphasis on fact-based history in
history and on this basis, he
He claimed to have written objective and unbiased historiography. According to Raake if
historians are careful about the fact
God will be careful about the meaning of history. Ranke wrote a number of books, including
'The Theory and
Books like 'Practice of History', 'History of the Reformation in Germany' and 'The Secret of
the World History' etc.
are. Ranke was one of the most important professions of history in Europe and America in
the late 19th century.
Historians.
T. B. Macaulay was a well-known educationist and noted historian of England. He is the
head of the Hivag team.
He was a scholar of political philosophy and a scholar of political philosophy. He laid the
foundation of English education in India. He almost
For twenty years, he published his research papers in the Edinburgh Review. His best
work was 'Essay on Milton'.
This creation gave him an immortal fame. From 1834 to 1835, Macaulay was the Governor
General of India.
He served as a lord. During this period he wrote pithy essays on Clive and Warren
Hestriges. these
The essays made him quite popular in the field of history. G. P. Gooch praising Macaulay's
articles
Macaulay's articles shine like precious gems in the dusty pages of the Edinburgh Review.
"
Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was an American thinker. He wrote about 40 books in which
'The
Critique of Pure Reason, 'The Critique of Practical Reason', 'The Critique of Judgment' are
prominent. Critique of Pure
In Rogen, Kant rejected the authority of God. Among other German philosophers, Kant
also described the state as such an institution.
It believes that public sentiment is embodied. Kant's philosophical and ethical ideas had a
great influence on society.
Had. It was this first thinker of the modern era who conceived the state.
Voltaire (1694 – 1778) was a French philosopher and writer. He wrote 'Essence on the
Bhorals' and
He wrote a book called 'Spirit of Nation'. Voltaire was the father of philosophy of history.
Collingwood's History of Philosophy
Parent is believed to be Voltaire. Historian Voltaire was the first to use the philosophy of
history. To Voltaire
He is considered to be the true representative of the enlightened age. Voltaire has said of
the Holy Roman Empire that it is neither sacred nor sacred.
Nor is the Roman Empire. "
Frederick Engels (1820-1895) – He wrote his work 'The Origin of Private Property and the
State' (1884).
Historical analysis states that "just as Darwin discovered the laws for biological evolution,
the same
Karl Marx discovered the law of development of human history. Friedrich Engels Karl Marx
(1818-83
He was his friend and colleague. He became Marx's collaborator and co-author of many
of his works, notably
In 'German Ideology' (1845 AD) and 'Communist Manifesto' (1848 AD).
Oswald Spengler (29 May 1880 – 8 May 1936) - Oswald Spengler was born in 1880 in
Blake Berg, Germany
It happened in a place called. He taught mathematics and natural sciences at the
Universities of Munich, Berlin and Hale.
It was eclipsed. After completing his education, Spengler worked as a teacher for some
time, after which he joined in 1911.
He started writing his first important treatise, The Decline of the West, in 1922.
Published. Spengler was involved in life, writing and political activities, and in 1935 his
died.
Herbert Butterfield (1900–1979) was Professor and Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge
University. He called 'Hiwag'
Interpretation of History (1931), 'The Origins of Modern Science (1949'), 'The Origin of
History' and
Christianity of History (1949) etc. are his major works.
Marc Leopold Benjamin Blach was a French historian. He was born in July 1886 and died
in June 1944.
He wrote several books, including The Historian's Croft (1949) – 'Feudal Society', 'Strange
Defeat' (1946), French
History, memory of war is prominent.
Boccaccio (1313-1313) – Italian writer, poet, correspondent of Petrarch and an important
Renaissance
They were humanitarians. Boccaccio is considered the father of modern Italian prose. His
world famous composition 'Decamarana'
is. Dekmran's 100 stories have become the hallmark of their time because of their witty
tone and earthly obligations.
Her other important works are 'Famous Woman' and 'The Philokolo'.
William Henry Walsh was a British philosopher. He wrote 'An Introduction to the Philosophy
of History' (1951
e). He wrote books like 'Cantt Criticism of Metaphysics' (1975 AD), 'Hogelian Ethics' (1969
AD) etc.
Thomas Paine (1737-1809) was born in England. He was an active worker of the American
Revolution. 1791-92
He is the author of the book 'Rights of Pain' in 2007. The names of his other books are
Commonsense, The American
Crisis, Age of Reason, Agrarian Justice', 'On the Origin of Free Monaque'. '
Jacques Daryssa- He was a French philosopher. He has established the theory of
manufacturing method mainly in 'Off Grammatology'.
submitted. His famous book is 'Deconstruction Differentiation of Grammatology'.
Hayden White: Hayden White was a conservative critic and historian. In particular, on
traditionalist history, he wrote 'Theories'.
Wrote 'Off History'. He also published another book, Metahistory, The Historical
Imagination in Nineteen Century Europe.
'Written.
G. R. Elton (1921-1994) was a historian and writer. He was born in Germany but later
moved to Britain.
Come on. He wrote many books, of which 'The Practice of History' (1967) is more famous.
J. B. Bury (1861-1927) was an Irish historian. They believed in history as science. They
have many
He wrote books such as 'The Cambridge Ensant History' (1923), A History of the Letter
Roman Empire, 'The Enlate Greek'
Historians, etc. are prominent.
Rousseau (1712-1767) - The French philosopher Rousseau wrote that "Man is born free,
but he is not born in all his clothes."
It's clamped in. The Russians considered the natural state to be ideal, and this idea they
considered in relation to civilizational defects.
expressed. His famous work is 'Social Contract' written in 1762 AD. 'The Imail' is also his
One of the major compositions.
Judith Brown: The Theory of the System of Using Sub-Contractors in Gandhi's Political
Organization Judith
Brown British Woman Historian). In his book, he wrote about Rajendra Prasad (the first of
independent India).
President of India and J.B. Kripalani as 'sub-contractors'. She is a historian of modern
South Asia.
He wrote many books, including 'Gandhi Rise to Power' written on Gandhiji and Civil
Disobedience Movement.
There is composition. His other famous works are 'Gandhi: Prisoner of Hope', Modern
India: The Origins of Asian Democracy,
Gandhi and Civil Disobedience', 'The Mahatma in Indian Politics' (1928-1934). 'Global
South Asians'
Introducing the Modern Diaspora', 'Mahatma Gandhi' etc.
Jeremy Bendham (1748-1832) - Utilitarianism was born in the first half of the 19th century
and soon after its influence.
This is a very important event in the history of British political philosophy. Jeremy Bendhan
was the promoter of the project.
goes. Jeremy Bendham, a Londoner, is famous for his first book 'Some Thoughts on
Government' in 1776.
Marit de Maris- Maris de Maris argued that there was no decentralization of Indian
industries during the colonial period
was. He emphasized the theory of contraception and said that the role of England gave
the reservation of a watchman, a
Provided rational administration and a kind of social umbrella on the basis of which
economic development was to take place.
There was a possibility. This led to rapid economic growth.
Fermond Bradel (1902-1985) was a French historian. His first book was 'The Meditation',
which was published in 1927.
Published in 1900.
D. F. Fleming (1893-1980) was an American historian. 'The Cold War and Its Origins'
(1917-1960) The author of the book is D. A. A. Fleming. He wrote 'Can We Win the Peace'
and 'The Origins and Legacy'.
He also wrote books like 'World Bar-I'.
James Prinsep (1799-1840) - He was from England who was posted in the service of the
East India Company in Bengal. In 1837 AD
James Prinsep was the first to read Emperor Ashoka Maurya's Delhi Topra inscription. His
major works
1 Essays on Indian Antiquities, 'Banaras Illustrated', 'Coins, Weights and Missers of British
India', 'History of
Punjab'.
James Ferguson (1808-1886) was an archaeologist. He was instrumental in revealing
archaeological discoveries in India.
Contributed. He wrote many books, including 'The Rock-Cut Temple of India' which was
published in 1945
And Indian architecture is prominent.
Willard Frank Libby (1908-1980) was an American physical chemist. They were found in
the 1960s with radiocarbon dating.
He was awarded the Nobel Prize for his work (c-14). His major books are 'Radiocarbon
Dating' (1952).
Radiochemistry, Hot Atoms and Physical Chemistry, Radioactivity and Moral Physics,
Radioactive Fall
Out-of-the-way technology is prominent.
Salman Rushdie: He was born in India but is now a British citizen. Salman Rushdie wrote
'The Satanic Verses'.
He has also won the 'Booker Prize' for his novel 'Midnight's Children' (1981).
Collins Lowry and Lapierre wrote 'Freedom at Midnight' (1975). In this book, India and
Pakistan
There is a description of freedom and division.
David Hume (1711-176) was a historian, philosopher, economist and essayist. David
Hume was born on 7 May 1711 in Scotland. He believed that history was more than novel.
It's interesting. David Hume wrote many books, including The History of England, The
Natural History of
Religions' Dialogues, Concerning, Natural Religion, etc.
Arthur Mardick (1936-2006) was a professor of history. He declared that the
postmodernists
Ideas are a threat to historical study. They were residents of the United Kingdom. He has
done a lot in the field of history.
Done more work. He wrote many books including 'The Nature of History', The Sixties, The
New Nature of
'History' and 'A History of Human Beauty' are more famous. In the field of postmodernist
history, he
The work done is particularly noteworthy.
Machiavelli (1489-1527) was a political thinker from Florence (Italy). He wrote several
books on politics
Such as 'The Decors on Livie', 'The Prince', 'The Art of War', 'The History of Florence', 'The
Prince' is the most famous.
is. He was a staunch opponent of religiosity, traditionalism and orthodoxy. His study
method was historical observational,
It was realistic and had scientific characteristics.
Montesquieu (1489-1755) was a French philosopher. The Spirit of Lodge is his famous
masterpiece which is 31
It is divided into chapters. She also wrote a book titled 'Persian Tailors'.
Arrun Gore – It was from Australia. It is used to interpret environment, culture and science
from a philosophical point of view.
They were famous. He wrote many books, one of which is 'Post Modernism and
Environmental Crisis'.
In 1955, he defined modernism and interpreted it from a philosophical point of view, in
which we should
It helps to understand modernism.
John Wycliffe: It was from the United Kingdom. He was a philosopher, social reformer,
good translator and seminar.
Famous as organizers. He is called the 'Morning Star of the Religious Reformation
Movement'. His main book
'The Witch Bible', 'Wycliffe's Nuttestament', 'The Modern Translation of the Wycliffe' are
prominent.
Martin Luther King Jr. (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was a Protestant Reformation.
He is known for running movements. He was a German monk, theologian, university
professor, priest and reformer
Whose ideas started the Protestantism reform movement. His major books are 'I Have a
Dream', 'The Autobiography'.
of Martin Luther King Jr., Heart to We Go From Here.
Chwingli: He was a Swiss social reformer who led the Reformation movement in
Switzerland.
'On Providence and Other Essays' is his book.
R. J. Moore Robins - James Moore was an Australian historian. He wrote a book titled 'The
Crisis of India Unity'.
In which he presented his views on the problem of unity of India in the period from 1917-
1940 AD.
H. J. Broomfield, who wrote a book titled 'Absolute Complicit in the Plural Society', was
published at the University of Pennsylvania.
It was published in California in 1968. In this book, he wrote about the society of Bengal in
the 20th century
is.
Francis Robinson: He analyzed the Khilafat movement. He spoke about the condition of
Muslims in India and their
In the book 'Separatism Demands Indian Muslims', he investigated the thinking and social
aspects in depth.
He made a deep analysis of the Muslims of the United Provinces from 1860-1923 in which
he argued that the Khilafat
The movement was the result of the rise of a middle class among the Indian Muslims.
Erasmus: He was from Holland (Dutch). The name of her famous work is 'Praise of Folly'.
He is a European
It was related to the Renaissance. He questioned the luxurious life and disgrace of the
clergy. He pondered.
He replaced the gods and goddesses with human beings at the center of the world, hence
he is called the 'Prince of Humanists'.
Edmund Burke (12 January 1729 – 9 July 1797) was an Irish politician born in Dublin. they
He was a writer, orator, politician and philosopher. His major books are 'Reflections of the
Revolution in France', 'Pre'
Revolutionary Writings are 'The Evils of Revolution'.
Denis Didro (October 5, 1713 – July 31, 1784) was a French philosopher, art critic, and
co-author of the Arts.
Co-editors are known as editor-in-chief serving contributions to the encyclopedia. His
major books
'Bhamemoris of Anon, Jacques the Fatalist', 'Remuse Nephew' are prominent.
John Marshall (1876-1958): He was the Director General of the Archaeological Survey of
India from 1902 to 1928. He
Inspected the excavation of two parts of Harappa and Mohenjodaro. His books include 'A
Guide of Taxila'.
(Takshashila), 'The Buddhist Art of Gandhara', 'A Guide of Sanchi' are prominent.