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Pbs: The Story of India: Indian National Congress

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the history of India through an in-depth look into the Indian National Congress. Identifies when the Congress was formed, how many delegates have been appointed throughout time, and the various religious background of the...
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PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: Ramayana

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of the Ramayana, one of two great epic poems of ancient India.
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PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: Kushan Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS explores the world of India with an in-depth look into the Kushan Empire. Identifies the origins of the empire, the location of the empire, and the connection to the Silk Road. Describes the importance of art and literature to the...
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Other

Tripod: Greeting India

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a journey into the nation of India in this enchanting website, with information on people, animals, flag, culture, food, clothing, and much more! It includes maps, games, and quick facts about India.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Shiva as Lord of the Dance (Nataraja)

For Students 9th - 10th
The art of medieval India, like the art of medieval Europe, was primarily in the service of religion. The supple and expressive quality of the dancing Shiva is one of the touchstones of South Asian, and indeed, world sculpture. View...
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Indian History Sourcebook: England, India, and the East Indies 1617

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the Indian History Sourcebook of Fordham University, you can read two accounts dating back to 1617 of the British presence in India through the East India Company. Accounts written by an anonymous Frenchman and by...
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Daily Life in Ancient India

For Students 2nd - 7th
History overview of what daily life in Ancient India was like. The author talks about the clothing, children's games and some of the history of India beginning with the Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro civilizations.
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University of California

Ucla: Manas: History and Politics Warren Hastings

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography tells facts about Warren Hastings and the role he had in consolidating British power in India.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Indian Food

For Students 2nd - 7th
History for kids provides an overview of the ancient foods and spices that were typical in the diets of ancient India.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Indian Literature

For Students 3rd - 7th
History for Kids teaches us about the literature of ancient India, including the stories of Buddha, epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as examples of pictographs.
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: India and Southern Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
On his website, a history professor provides a brief timeline of the history of India and Southeast Asia. Key words in each entry are highlighted as links for additional specific information and pictures. Link takes you to the index...
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Web India123: English East India Company

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief history of the English East India Company is given at this site. Read about the origins of the company and the various factories that were set up.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Indian Religion

For Students 2nd - 7th
Reference article provides an overview of the ancient religions of India, including information on Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
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BBC

Bbc: The British Presence in India in the 18th Century

For Students 9th - 10th
At the start of the 18th century, the East India Company's presence in India was one of trade outposts. But by the end of the century, the Company was militarily dominant over South India and rapidly extending northward.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Imperialism

For Students 9th - 10th
Collection of primary sources that supports study of imperialism. Sources include contemporary narrative accounts, letters, memoirs, songs, newspaper reports, and a variety of legal, cultural, philosophical, religious, and scientific...
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Other

Media History Digital Library: Global Cinema Collection (1904 1957)

For Students 9th - 10th
A large collection of original publications from other countries that focus on the film industry.
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Other

Hindu History: The British Come to Rule India and the Return of Indian

For Students 9th - 10th
A long history of the British rule of India from its beginnings to its end.
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Other

Temple Net: Sun Temples in India

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains an overview of the Sun Temple at Konarak, Orissa, that includes a brief history and description of the structure. Contains an image. Also has short descriptions of other "Sun Temples" in India.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Vasco De Gama

For Students 9th - 10th
Vasco da Gama (this is the accepted spelling) was a Portuguese explorer from the 15th and 16th centuries who established the first trade route to India that went around the southern tip of Africa. Read about his life, his...
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PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: Brahmins

For Students 9th - 10th
An explanation of the Brahmins, the Hindu priestly class, and their role in ancient and modern Indian society.
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Other

Kushan History: Glossary

For Students 9th - 10th
A glossary to assist your study of Kushan history that includes entries for countries, cities, rulers, religions, and the like.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Geography: Environment: Tigers on the Brink

For Students 4th - 8th
Discusses the threats faced by the Bengal Tiger in India that are bringing it to the brink of extinction. These include loss of habitat, loss of food sources, and poaching.
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University of California

Ucla: Manas: History and Politics, Indira Gandhi

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a biography and a picture of Indira Gandhi.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia: Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the diverse countries of Asia. Primarily a travel guide, Geographia offers information on other topics, such as economy, geography, climate, history, and people of selected Asian countries. Pictures are included.

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