Lohara Dynasty in Kashmir: Rulers, Political Developments and Decline
The Lohara Dynasty shaped Kashmir's political history from the early eleventh century, beginning with Sangramaraja after Queen Didda. Explore its rulers, succession struggles, Damara politics, Harsha's crisis, Jayasimha's stabilization and the dynasty's…
Queen Didda and the Lohara Dynasty: Power, Politics and the Transition to Lohara Rule
Queen Didda was one of the most influential political figures of late 10th-century Kashmir. This article examines her regency, direct rule, court politics, political patronage and the succession of her nephew Sangramaraja that established Lohara rule in…
Karkota Architecture and Cultural Development: Martand, Parihaspura and Early Medieval Kashmir
The Karkota period transformed Kashmir's architectural landscape through monumental temples, Buddhist monasteries, stupas and royal foundations. This article examines Martand, Parihaspura and the distinctive architectural and cultural traditions that…
Lalitaditya Muktapida: Conquests, Kashmir’s Political Expansion and Historical Assessment
Lalitaditya Muktapida was the most prominent ruler of the Karkota dynasty and transformed Kashmir's political reach in the eighth century. This article examines his campaigns, Tang diplomacy, Martand and Parihaspura while separating historically…
Karkota Dynasty in Kashmir: Rise, Political Consolidation and Major Rulers
The Karkota dynasty transformed early medieval Kashmir into an important regional political and cultural centre. Learn about Durlabhavardhana, Lalitaditya, Jayapida, Martand, Parihaspura and the dynasty's historical significance.
Kalhana’s Rajatarangini: Structure, Sources, Historical Value and Limitations
Kalhana’s Rajatarangini is a 12th-century Sanskrit chronicle of Kashmir’s kings. This article examines its structure, sources, historical value, limitations and importance for reconstructing Jammu and Kashmir’s past.
Alexander, Mauryas and the Early Historical Connections of Jammu & Kashmir
Alexander's campaign brought the north-western frontier of Kashmir into wider historical networks through the Jhelum and the Battle of Hydaspes. The subsequent Mauryan expansion, Ashoka's association with Kashmir and archaeological evidence from Semthan…
Burzahom and Gufkral: Neolithic Culture and Archaeological Heritage of Kashmir
Burzahom and Gufkral provide crucial archaeological evidence for the Neolithic development of Kashmir. Learn about pit dwellings, agriculture, animal domestication, tools, burials, menhirs, chronology and their importance for JKSSB examinations.
Prehistoric Jammu and Kashmir: Archaeological Evidence, Neolithic Culture and Early Human Settlements
The prehistoric history of Jammu & Kashmir is reconstructed through archaeological evidence from Palaeolithic and Neolithic sites. Explore early human settlements, Burzahom, Gufkral, agriculture, pit dwellings, tools and the development of prehistoric…