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Did Ashoka started following Buddhism only after Kalinga war?   KALINGA WAR:(261B.C-260B.C) Introduction : Explore the nuanced phases of Emperor Ashoka's life, addressing the debate surrounding the timing of his conversion to Buddhism and shedding light on historical texts and epigraphic evidence. Succession Struggles and Three Phases of Ashoka's Life : Dive into the complexities of Ashoka's ascent to the throne, marked by a battle of succession and the phases of Kamasoka, Chandasoka, and Dhammasoka, providing a comprehensive understanding of his transformative journey. Kalinga War and Alleged Conversion : Examine the historical context of the Kalinga War (261-260 B.C.) and the aftermath that some critics argue led to Ashoka's dramatic conversion to Buddhism. Analyze the 13th major rock edict, which attributes his proximity to Dhamma to the annexation of Kalinga. Gradual Conversion Evidences : Contrast the immediate conversion narrative with epigraphic evidence pointing

What is Aryan invasion  (1800-1500 BCE)  theory? Foreigners from the north are believed to have migrated to India and settled in the Indus Valley and Ganges Plain from 1800-1500 BCE. The most prominent of these groups spoke Indo-European languages and were called Aryans, or “noble people” in the Sanskrit language. It was GERMAN linguistic MAX MULLER who in 19th centaury proposed this theory.  DEBUNKING ARYAN INVASION THEORY A lot of western scholars and regrettably few Indian scholars too argue that, civilization moved into India, entitled as " Aryan invasion theory ", but the genetic studies proved otherwise. People moved out of India. It's tragic that after all the evidences that prove this theory is a myth, still our Indian history textbooks are firmly following this myth. Nothing has been revised.  PURANIC EVIDENCE: ANAR PURANAS actually speak about people moving out of India. There is a story of king yayati and his sons. Yayati has five sons. Yadu  Turvashu Anudruhy

 Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: a brutal massacre Jallianwala Bagh incident was an outcome of Rowlatt act(black act) . India witnessed brutal massacre of people unarmed, gathered and started protesting against Rowlatt act in a calm and non-violent manner. The massacre was carried on by the orders of General Reginald Dyer.  A short distance away from the Golden Temple complex is a spacious park, Jallianwala Bagh. As per British government estimates about 379 people died and about 1200 were wounded. While INC estimates of death toll was around 1500. 10 minutes of non-stop firing. firing was stopped only after all the ammunitions were depleted. around 1650 rounds of bullets were used. surprisingly, soldiers who were firing were Indians. Indians firing Indians with an order of a single British general. With his troops, Dyer entered the Bagh through a narrow alley, the only entry and exit path. The 1920 report noted that Dyer entered Jallianwala Bagh with  25 Gorkha soldiers and 25 Baluchis ar

FALL OF SINDH and  the FIRST JAUHAR The Arabs kept trying to invade India write from 636C.E but it was only in  710C.E under the leadership of Md.Qasim they finally conquered Sindh because of their ship being looted by natives during its stop by and Daher the then ruler of Sindh did not curb it because of which the caliph was so enraged and sent Md.Bin Qasim to invade Sindh and a war broke out in which Daher was killed. Md.Bin Qasim forcibly marries one of Daher's wife and the other one commits Jauhar. This is first documented episode of Jauhar  in Indian history much before padmavathi. The daughters of Daher- Parimal devi and Surya devi were packed of as gift to caliph and once they go there, they hatch a plot and tell the caliph that 'we have already been used by Md.BinQasim so we are not pure enough for you' ; the caliph got furious listening this and doesn't even thinks to call back Md.BinQasim who is having a victorious lap in Sindh. He was taken back in a leather

 

 Aug 15 1947   Amidst the resounding echoes of history, as the clock strikes the midnight hour a nation's heartbeat reverberates with the spirit of freedom !! Such a good news !! But speaking reality did India really get its independence on 15th august 1947 ?? At the stroke of midnight of 14-15th august the British rule came to an end and power was transferred to the two new "**dominion**" nations.(India and Pak) i.e., India stood as only a dominion country with England being the head state of India !! Eventually, its is only in 1950 India has become an independent "republic" nation!!

untold story of somnath temple:                                                                             Introduction : Explore the lesser-known narrative of Mahmud Ghazni's invasion of Somnath in 1025 A.D., shedding light on the valiant resistance of the common Hindus and the subsequent reconstruction efforts led by Bhimdev. Historical Context : During Bhima I's rule, Mahmud Ghazni launched a devastating attack on Somnath, looting an immense wealth of 20 lakh dinars. The historical events unfolded with both tragedy and resilience. Valiant Hindu Resistance : Witness the astonishment of Ghazni as he encountered 50,000 common Hindus, armed with whatever they could gather, bravely attempting to confront and protect their revered deity. The week-long struggle before Ghazni overthrew them showcases the resilience of the local population. Destruction of the Temple : Delve into the heart-wrenching negotiation between the temple priest and Ghazni, where the priest implores him to sp