ASNST-260 Archaeology of Ancient India
This course provides students understanding of the archaeological history of Ancient India from the emergence of the Indus Valley Civilization until the end of the twelfth century (4000 BCE-1200 CE). Themes include multiple urbanizations, states and empires, vassals and lordships, caste system, mercantile communities and trade networks, and diverse religious cultures. It will adopt a multi-disciplinary nature by studying archaeological, epigraphic, and art-historical sources. Prior knowledge of Asia not required.
Standard Course (40)
Credits
1
Cross Listed Courses
ARCH-260,
HIST-260