World History Notes

The history of Judaism is a complex and multifaceted narrative that spans thousands of years. It is one of the world’s oldest religions, dating back nearly 4,000 years, and is considered to be the original Abrahamic faith (which includes Islam and Christianity). Read here to learn more. As a … [Read more...] about Judaism: Origin and History

Zoroastrianism has a long history, and its presence in India dates back over a millennium. The followers of Zoroastrianism are known as Zoroastrians or Parsis. Here is a brief overview of the history of Zoroastrianism in India. Zoroastrianism originated in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) in the … [Read more...] about Zoroastrianism: Origin and History

The spread of communism in the world began with Lenin’s control over Russia. The political ideology spread to China, Cuba, and a few Southeast Asian countries afterward. Read here to learn the timeline of the spread of communism. Communism, a political and economic philosophy that advocates for a … [Read more...] about Spread of Communism in the World

Robert Oppenheimer is referred to as the father of the atomic bomb for his work on the Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer's life and contributions have been the subjects of numerous biographies, documentaries, and historical works. Read here to know the biography of the famous … [Read more...] about Robert Oppenheimer: Father of Atomic bomb

What is the Bastille Day celebration that the Prime minister of India attended as a guest of honor recently? While July 14 is popularly associated with the storming of the Bastille in 1789, the day holds another national importance for France. Read here to learn more. The Prime minister of India … [Read more...] about Bastille Day

The Ottoman Empire was one of the most powerful and influential dynasties in global history. For more than 600 years, this Islamic powerhouse reigned over a sizable portion of the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and North Africa. Read here to learn about the rise and fall of the Ottomans. The … [Read more...] about Ottoman Empire (1299-1922)

What is imperialism? How is it different from colonialism? The act of a nation forcibly imposing its control or authority over other nations is known as imperialism. It is also sometimes referred to as empire building. Imperialism has long been seen as immoral because it frequently involves the use … [Read more...] about Imperialism and its History

Arab nationalism or Pan Arabism is a nationalist ideology of political and cultural unity among Arab countries. The idea originated among the elite and educated Arabs of the middle east. Read here to learn more about Arab nationalism and its role in Arab integration. The fundamental tenet of Arab … [Read more...] about Arab Nationalism

Who was Alexander the Great? Alexander, the son of a monarch, was a bright military commander who subdued the majority of the known world, but he was not a particularly skilled diplomat. Read here to know about his life as a conqueror. Alexander the Great, also known as Alexander III or Alexander … [Read more...] about Alexander the Great

The Opium Wars were two clashes fought in the middle of the 19th century between China and Western powers. The two wars opened the commercial privileges of Chinese trade to the western powers. Read here to learn more about the Opium wars. The Chinese government's attempt to enforce its ban … [Read more...] about Opium Wars: History and Aftermath