13 Lesser-Known Historical Facts about India
1. The Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world's oldest, flourished around 2500 BCE.
2. The concept of zero as a number was first developed in India by mathematician Aryabhata.
3. The Maurya Empire, founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, was one of the largest empires in ancient India.
4. Ashoka the Great, a Mauryan emperor, converted to Buddhism and spread its teachings across Asia.
5. The Gupta Empire (320-550 CE) is known as the Golden Age of India for its advancements in science, mathematics, and arts.
6. The Mughal Empire, established in 1526, left a lasting architectural legacy, including the Taj Mahal.
7. The Indian independence movement, led by figures like Mahatma Gandhi, resulted in India gaining independence from Britain in 1947.
8. The Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata, is one of the longest literary works in the world.
9. The ancient university of Nalanda, established in the 5th century, was a renowned center of learning.
10. The Chola Dynasty, which ruled South India, was known for its naval prowess and contributions to art and architecture.
11. India is the birthplace of four major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism,
Jainism, and Sikhism.
12. The Indian Constitution, adopted in 1950, is the longest written constitution of any country.
13. The Iron Pillar of Delhi, dating back to the 4th century, is famous for its rust-resistant composition.
