Ancient and Medieval Indian History, 3e for UPSC CSE 2025-26 by Poonam Dalal Dahiya (IPS) | 2 Pluck-out Chart for Revision | Trend Analysis for Prelim Questions

Book Details

• Author: Poonam Dalal Dahiya, IPS

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

• Language: English

• Edition: Standard Edition

• ISBN: 9789364447102

• Pages: 648

• Cover: Paperback

• Release Date: 30-05-2025

• Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.2 x 1.2 inches

About the Book

Ancient and Medieval India by Poonam Dalal Dahiya, IPS, is an authoritative and engaging guide for UPSC Civil Services aspirants and candidates of various state public service examinations. Combining narrative storytelling with analytical insights, this book offers a comprehensive overview of India’s ancient and medieval heritage while aligning precisely with the exam syllabus.

Salient Features:

• Comprehensive Syllabus Coverage – Covers Ancient and Medieval India in detail for UPSC CSE and State Service exams.

• Updated Content – Incorporates new facts, figures, maps, and exam-relevant questions with chapter-wise practice exercises.

• Visual Learning Aids – Bi-colour format with highlighted keywords, flowcharts, images, and two detachable pluck-out charts for quick revision.

• Exam-Focused Features – Includes latest preliminary and main exam questions and trend analysis of UPSC CSE Prelims (2009–2023).

• Digital Learning Access – Exclusive access to McGraw Hill Edge, offering chapter-wise previous years’ questions, practice papers, summaries, and relevant current affairs for holistic preparation.

Table of Contents Highlights:

• Pre-Historic India, Harappan Civilization, Vedic Age

• Mahajanapadas, Buddhism and Jainism, Maurya Empire

• Guptas and Vakatakas, Early Medieval India, Delhi Sultanate

• Provincial Kingdoms, The Mughals, Later Mughals, Marathas

• Bhakti Movements, Advent of Europeans

This latest edition ensures that aspirants gain conceptual clarity, historical perspective, and exam-ready practice, making it an indispensable resource for competitive exams.