About the Book
Encyclopaedia lndica is a monumental work by reputed authors which highlights all aspects of lndian History and Culture in the light of modern knowledge in its pristine vigour. This provides elaborate discussion of science, history, philosophy and religion, art and architecture, rural wonders and urban glories, social, economic and political history starting from lndus Valley Civilization to contemporary Modern lndia. Vols. 1-10 describes lndus Valley Civilization, Stone Culture, Development of Aryan Civilization and Vedic Religions and Rituals, Vols. 11-20 are devoted to Vedic Language and Literature, four Vedas, Upanishads, Brahmanas, Aranykas and Dharmasastras while Vols.21-35 contain authoritative information on Ramayana, Mahabharata, Gita, Jainism, Buddhism and Puranas, Vols.36-50 concentrates on different dynasties after the Greek lnvasion on lndia viz. Mauryas, Guptas, Kushanas, Rajputs and Advent of lslam in lndia, etc. Vols. 51-70 provide encyclopaedic information on Rajputs, Rise of Marathas and Mughal period till its downfall, Vols. 71-90 impart valuable information on Goa, South lndia, Major Dynasties of Ancient Orissa, Ancient Bihar, Ancient Gujarat and Ancient Punjab, Vols. 91-110 are devoted to indepth study of Ancient Ladakh, Ancient Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Ancient and Medieval Rajasthan, Kerala and Malabar, while Vols. 111-130 focus on indepth study of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Assam, Vols. 131-150 & 151-170 are on Meghalaya, Marathas, Rise of British Power in lndia, Freedom Movement, Freedom Fighters, Role of Various Political Organisation, lndian Renaissance and Princely States in Colonial lndia, Vols. 171-173 focuses on lndias subsequent War with China and Pakistan, Yols.174-178 is all about lndias Five Year Plans, Vols. 179-195 describes Economics Policies, Great Political Personalities of Post-Colonial Era and Concurrent Development in lndia, Pakistan & Bangladesh and Vols.196-200 covers index to the entire Vols.
About the Author :
Dr. S.S. Shashi, an eminent Anthropologist, litterateur, academician and journalist, was awarded Padmashri in1990 for his multifaceted achievements in the field of literature. A social anthropologist of international repute, he has to his credit several books, monologues, dictionaries, encyclopaedias and also books for children and poetic works. Dr. Shashi was awarde. Ph.D.(Sociology) from Agra University and D. Lit. in Anthropology for his pioneering work on the Roma of Europe and America. He has his post-graduation in Man Management and Manpower Planning from Manchester University, U.K. His works have been included in the international Who's Who of intellectuals and various Who's Who published in lndia and abroad. A versatile genius, Dr. Shashi was Media Head and Director, Publication6 Division of the Ministry of information and Broadcasting, Government of lndia for 10years. He is associated with a number of literary, research, academic, sociocultural and welfare organisation viz. ISA, IAA, AGl, Translators Association. He worked for lnternational lnstitute of Cultural and Languages Research Foundation as Chairman. Dr. Shashi has specialised on nomadic communities of lndia and abroad. He is Visiting Professor in various universities and institutes including indira Gandhi National Open University and working as Hony. Executive Chairman, Research Foundation, International.
