Yes, it is highly recommended for UPSC History optional and general studies.
Yes, it incorporates updated research and discoveries in Indian history.
Yes, it contains maps, photographs, and diagrams for better understanding.
Absolutely, it is widely used in BA, MA, and PhD programs in history.
Yes, it includes regional histories, including South India, up to the 12th century.
Yes, a full chapter is dedicated to Harappan culture, economy, and decline.
Yes, it covers Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and other religious movements.
Yes, it explores gender roles, caste, and social hierarchies.
Yes, it occasionally compares Indian history with Mesopotamian, Egyptian, and Chinese civilizations.
While not a glossary, key terms are explained within the chapters.