Medieval India

Medieval India refers to the Middle Ages i.e. 8th to 18th century CE in the Indian subcontinent. it is divided into two periods: early medieval period from 8th to 13th century and late medieval period from 13th to 18th century. It includes:

  • Hoysala Empire
  • Kakatiya Kingdom
  • Trigarta Kingdom
  • Delhi Sultanate
  • Ahom Kingdom
  • Reddy Kingdom
  • Vijayanagara Empire
  • Gajapati Kingdom
  • Deccan Sultanates
  • Sikh Empire

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