Articles on Early Medieval Period
Central Indian Urban Centres in Early Medieval Period: Insights from Epigraphs
By Surabhi Srivastava · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2024
This study examines Central Indian urban centers during the early medieval period (8th-12th century CE) through contemporary epigraphs and literary sources. The era, marked by Rajputa dynasties like the Pratiharas, Paramaras, and Chandellas, saw significant…
Jaina Merchants' Role in Early Medieval Western Indian Society and Polity
By Geetika Gupta · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2022
This study examines the significant role of Jaina merchants and merchant families in shaping the commercial, social, and political landscape of early medieval western India (c. 600-1300 CE). Drawing on epigraphical and literary sources, the research…
Central and Western Indian Historical Testimonies on Early Medieval Śaivism
By Surabhi Srivastava, Shakuntala Misra · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2021
The article examines the prominence of Śaivism in Central and Western India during the early medieval period (8th–12th centuries CE), analyzing historical records from dynasties like the Gurjara-Pratīhāras, Paramāras, and Chaulukyas. It highlights the worship…
Central and Western Indian Historical Testimonies on Early Medieval Śaivism
By Surabhi Srivastava, Shakuntala Misra · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2021
The article examines the prominence of Śaivism in Central and Western India during the 8th to 12th centuries, analyzing historical records from dynasties like the Gurjara-Pratīhāras, Paramāras, and Chaulukyas. It highlights the worship of Śiva under various…