CONTENTS Module-1: Society, State and Polity in India • State in Ancient India • Political Ideals in Ancient India • Society in Ancient India • Representation of Women in Historical Traditions Module-2: Indian Literature, Culture, Tradition and Practices • Evolution of Languages and Script in India • Ancient Religious Texts • Literature in Pali, Prakrit and Sanskrit Module-3: Indian Religion, Philosophy, and Practices • Pre-Vedic and Vedic Religion • Ancient Indian Philosophy • Religious Movements in India Module-4 Science, Management and Indian Knowledge System • History of Scientific Studies in India • Technology in Indian History • Trade in Ancient India Module-5 Cultural Heritage and Performing Arts • Indian Architecture • Puppetry, Dance, and Music of Ancient India • Question Bank • Modal Papers • Previous Year Question Papers • Bibliography • Index