Turning Points in Indian History

Alexander's invasion in 326 BC
Alexander, the king of Macedonia, invaded India in 326 BC. This brought India in contact with the Greek culture.

The Kalinga War in 261 BC
Ashoka fought a war with Kalinga in 261 BC. This war claimed many lives. It led to a change in Ashoka. He gave u war and began spreading the message of love and peace.

The First Battle of Panipat in 1526 between babur and Ibrahim Lodi
This war brought the Mughals to India. The most important among them was Akbar. He established a powerful empire.

The Battle of Buxar in 1764
This battle made the English the masters of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa. They slowly captured the whole country and ruled it for nearly 200 years

The first railway line in 1853
Lord Dalhousie introduced the railways in India in 1853. The first railway line was laid between Bombay and Thane.

The first war of Idependence in 1857
For the first time, the Indian rose in arms under Bahadur Shah Zafar, to fight the British. Some of the famous leaders were Rani Lakshm;ibai and Tantiya Tope.

Arrival of Mahatma Gandhi in 1915
on 9 January 1915, Gandhiji returned to India from South Africa. It was under his leadership that the freedom movement became strong.

Independence of India in 1947
After a long struggle, India became independent in 1947. Jawaharlal Nehr became the first prime Minister.