UPSC Mains- History

Analyse the significance of Kalhana’s “Rajatarangini” in the context of historical writing in India.

Kalhana’s “Rajatarangini,” composed in the 12th century, holds a very important place in the landscape of historical literature in India. Its significance can be delineated through the following points: First Historical Text: “Rajatarangini” is widely acknowledged as the first historical ..