DCMP
History
4 Series
14 Episodes
Title:
The Time Compass
Description:
This episode tells the history of the settlement of Indus and Ganges River valleys and the development of Hinduism and Buddhism in India. Students gain an understanding of how the concept of destiny influenced the development of the caste system and theories of reincarnation. They follow the foreign invasions that undermined the social advancements initiated by Ashoka and see how these invasions resulted in separate Indian empires ruled by Maharajahs. The episode closes with the story of Shah Jahan and his love for Mumtaz, followed by a brief sequence on other women who were influential in history.
Where to watch:
The Described and Media Captioned Program and PBS Learning Media.
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