Assam History & Culture
1st Edition
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© 2026 | Published: December 31, 2025
Overview:McGraw Hill’s latest launch, Assam History & Culture unravels the fascinating journey of Assam’s historical evolution through the ages to modern periods. This meticulously crafted resource, covering 3 Themes-in-1, i.e. Ancient, Medie…
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Dedication
About the Authors
Acknowledgements
Foreword
Preface
Theme 1: Ancient Assam History
Sources of Ancient Assam
1. Pre-History of Assam
2. Mythological History of Assam
3. Varman Dynasty
4. Salastambha Dynasty
5. Pala Dynasty
6. Society, Economy and Polity in Ancient Assam
7. Art and Architecture in Ancient Assam
Theme II: Medieval Assam History
Sources of Medieval Assam
8. Early Turko-Afghan Invasions in Assam
9. Kamatapur Kingdom
10. Baro-Bhuyans
11. Khen Dynasty
12. Koch Dynasty
13. The Chutias
14. The Kacharis
15. The Ahom rule (Sukaphaa to Rajeswar Singha)
16. The Fall of the Ahom Kingdom
17. Society, Economy and Polity in Medieval Assam
18. Art and Architecture in Medieval Assam
Theme III: Modern Assam History
Sources of Modern Assam
19. British Occupation of Assam
20. British Administrative Set Up
21. Resistance to the British Rule
22. Consolidation of Power
23. Revolt of 1857 and Assam
24. Nationalism in Assam
25. Freedom Struggle in Assam
26. Post Independence Assam
27. Art and Architecture in Modern Assam
About the Authors
Acknowledgements
Foreword
Preface
Theme 1: Ancient Assam History
Sources of Ancient Assam
1. Pre-History of Assam
2. Mythological History of Assam
3. Varman Dynasty
4. Salastambha Dynasty
5. Pala Dynasty
6. Society, Economy and Polity in Ancient Assam
7. Art and Architecture in Ancient Assam
Theme II: Medieval Assam History
Sources of Medieval Assam
8. Early Turko-Afghan Invasions in Assam
9. Kamatapur Kingdom
10. Baro-Bhuyans
11. Khen Dynasty
12. Koch Dynasty
13. The Chutias
14. The Kacharis
15. The Ahom rule (Sukaphaa to Rajeswar Singha)
16. The Fall of the Ahom Kingdom
17. Society, Economy and Polity in Medieval Assam
18. Art and Architecture in Medieval Assam
Theme III: Modern Assam History
Sources of Modern Assam
19. British Occupation of Assam
20. British Administrative Set Up
21. Resistance to the British Rule
22. Consolidation of Power
23. Revolt of 1857 and Assam
24. Nationalism in Assam
25. Freedom Struggle in Assam
26. Post Independence Assam
27. Art and Architecture in Modern Assam
Overview:
McGraw Hill’s latest launch, Assam History & Culture unravels the fascinating journey of Assam’s historical evolution through the ages to modern periods. This meticulously crafted resource, covering 3 Themes-in-1, i.e. Ancient, Medieval, Modern, enriched with insights into Assam’s Art & Culture, offers a comprehensive and holistic exploration of Assam’s History & Culture. The book combines structure and depth, making it an essential resource for aspirants preparing for APSC, ADRE & other state competitive examinations.
The book offers a Structured Pedagogy with Study Aids (Did You Know, Key Historical Events) for effective and engaging learning, Chapter wise PYQs, Practice Questions on Edge and Author Videos for conceptual clarity ensures thorough exam readiness and make it a one-stop companion for an aspirant aiming to master Assam History.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of Assam History: A comprehensive title that provides a holistic overview of Assam's History with a special focus on Assam’s Art and Culture in each theme.
- Structured approach: Thematically organised (3 Themes in-1) in-depth content that covers all the phases, that is, Ancient, Medieval and Modern and enriched with insights on Assam’s Art & Culture.
- Previous Years Questions: Chapter-wise integrated PYQs of APSC (Prelims + Mains), ADRE, etc.
- Enhancing learning with visual aids and exam-focused highlights: Study Aids (Infographics, Images, MAPs) for visual retention and Pedagogical Elements (Did You Know, Chapter Summaries and Key Historical Events) to highlight important events/topics for the chapter for quick revision.
- Author Videos & Chapterwise Practice Questions on McGraw Hill Edge: Exclusive access to 10+ author videos that provide thematic overviews and conceptual videos to simplify topics. Also, access to chapter-wise practice questions is also given for exam readiness.
McGraw Hill’s latest launch, Assam History & Culture unravels the fascinating journey of Assam’s historical evolution through the ages to modern periods. This meticulously crafted resource, covering 3 Themes-in-1, i.e. Ancient, Medieval, Modern, enriched with insights into Assam’s Art & Culture, offers a comprehensive and holistic exploration of Assam’s History & Culture. The book combines structure and depth, making it an essential resource for aspirants preparing for APSC, ADRE & other state competitive examinations.
The book offers a Structured Pedagogy with Study Aids (Did You Know, Key Historical Events) for effective and engaging learning, Chapter wise PYQs, Practice Questions on Edge and Author Videos for conceptual clarity ensures thorough exam readiness and make it a one-stop companion for an aspirant aiming to master Assam History.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of Assam History: A comprehensive title that provides a holistic overview of Assam's History with a special focus on Assam’s Art and Culture in each theme.
- Structured approach: Thematically organised (3 Themes in-1) in-depth content that covers all the phases, that is, Ancient, Medieval and Modern and enriched with insights on Assam’s Art & Culture.
- Previous Years Questions: Chapter-wise integrated PYQs of APSC (Prelims + Mains), ADRE, etc.
- Enhancing learning with visual aids and exam-focused highlights: Study Aids (Infographics, Images, MAPs) for visual retention and Pedagogical Elements (Did You Know, Chapter Summaries and Key Historical Events) to highlight important events/topics for the chapter for quick revision.
- Author Videos & Chapterwise Practice Questions on McGraw Hill Edge: Exclusive access to 10+ author videos that provide thematic overviews and conceptual videos to simplify topics. Also, access to chapter-wise practice questions is also given for exam readiness.