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2. 6th Class Social
Science
In the 6th class social science curriculum, students will
explore the rich history, geography, and culture of India.
This comprehensive course provides a solid foundation
for understanding the diverse and fascinating story of the
Indian subcontinent.

3. India, That Is
Bharat
India is known by many names, both ancient and modern.
One of the most significant is "Bharat," a name with deep
historical and cultural roots. This section explores the
origins and significance of this enduring appellation for
the Indian subcontinent.

4. Introduction to India's Past
Exploring India's History
India, as we know it today, is a modern
country with clear borders, different states,
and a large population. But if we go back in
time—500 years, 2,000 years, or even
5,000 years ago—India was very different.
The land we now call India was known by
different names and had changing
boundaries.
The Rich History of the Indian
Subcontinent
This region, often called the 'Indian
Subcontinent,' has a rich history that we
can learn about from various sources.
Throughout history, India has been known
by many names, given by the people who
lived here and by visitors from other
countries.
Discovering India's Past Through
Ancient Texts
We find these names in ancient texts,
stories written by travelers and pilgrims,
and old inscriptions carved in stone. By
exploring these sources, we can learn
about the fascinating journey of India
through time.

5. How Indians Named India
Rig Veda's 'Sapta Sindhava'
The earliest known reference to India is found in the Rig Veda, which refers to the
region as 'Sapta Sindhava' or the land of the seven rivers. This ancient text, dating back
to around 1500 BCE, provides insights into how the Indian subcontinent was perceived
by its inhabitants in the distant past.
Bhāratavarsha and Jambudvīpa
In ancient Indian literature, the Indian subcontinent was often referred to as
'Bhāratavarsha' or the 'land of the Bharatas'. Another common name was 'Jambudvīpa',
which was seen as one of the major landmasses in the cosmic geography of ancient
Indian cosmology.
Influence of Emperor Ashoka
The reign of Emperor Ashoka, the great Mauryan ruler, had a significant impact on the
way India was perceived. Ashoka's inscriptions and edicts, which were spread across
the subcontinent, helped to solidify the idea of a unified Indian identity and the concept
of 'Bhārata' as a distinct geographical and cultural entity.

6. The Rig Veda and the Name 'Sapta
Sindhava'
The Rig Veda
The Rig Veda is India's oldest
text, written several thousand
years ago. It is a crucial
source for understanding
ancient Indian history and
culture.
'Sapta Sindhava'
In this ancient text, the
northwest region of the Indian
Subcontinent is called 'Sapta
Sindhava,' which means the
'land of the seven rivers.' This
term refers to the major rivers
in the region.
The Word 'Sindhu'
The word 'Sindhava' comes
from 'Sindhu,' a term used for
the Indus River or sometimes
for rivers in general. This
highlights the importance of
rivers in ancient Indian
geography and culture.

7. Names in Ancient Literature
Mahabharata
The famous Indian epic Mahabharata lists many regions that are familiar to us today, such
as 'Käshmira' (Kashmir), 'Kurukshetra' (Haryana), and 'Vanga' (Bengal).
Regional Names
Other regions mentioned include 'Prägjyotisha' (Assam), 'Kaccha' (Kutch), and 'Kerala',
which more or less correspond to their present-day counterparts.
Ancient Literature
As time passed, more names for different parts of India began to appear in ancient Indian
texts and literature, reflecting the diversity and richness of the subcontinent.

8. Bhäratavarsha and Jambudvipa
1
The Entire Subcontinent
When did the entire Indian Subcontinent get a name? This is a tricky question
because ancient texts are hard to date. However, in the Mahabharata, we
come across the terms 'Bhäratavarsha' and 'Jambudvipa.'
2
Bhäratavarsha: The Country of the Bharatas
The term 'Bhäratavarsha' refers to the entire Subcontinent. It means 'the
country of the Bharatas.' The name 'Bharata' first appears in the Rig Veda and
refers to one of the main Vedic groups of people.
3
Jambudvipa: The Island of the Jamun Tree
The term 'Jambudvipa' means 'the island of the jamun tree fruit.' The jamun
tree, also called the jambul tree or Malabar plum tree, is native to India. Over
time, 'Jambudvipa' came to represent the Indian Subcontinent.

9. Emperor Ashoka and the Name 'Jambudvipa'
Ashoka's Inscriptions
A big clue about the use of 'Jambudvipa'
comes from Emperor Ashoka, who ruled
around 250 BCE. Ashoka left many
inscriptions, and in one of them, he used
'Jambudvipa' to describe the whole of India
during his time.
Expanded Territory
During Ashoka's reign, the areas now
known as Bangladesh, Pakistan, and parts
of Afghanistan were all included within the
boundaries of India, or 'Jambudvipa' as it
was known then.
Ashoka's Legacy
Ashoka's use of the term 'Jambudvipa' to
refer to the entire Indian subcontinent
provides valuable insight into how the
region was perceived and named in
ancient times.

10. 'Bhärata' Becomes the Name for the
Subcontinent
Widespread Usage
A few centuries later, the name 'Bhärata'
became the widely used name for the Indian
Subcontinent. This name is still in use today,
with North India generally writing it as 'Bharat'
and South India often using 'Bharatam'.
Ancient Texts
For example, in an ancient text called the
Vishnu Purana, the name 'Bhärata' is used to
describe the region. This demonstrates the
long-standing and widespread use of this name
for the Indian Subcontinent.

11. Ancient Tamil Literature and the Idea of
India
Interestingly, different parts of ancient India shared
a similar understanding of the country's geography.
For example, a poem from ancient Tamil literature,
about 2,000 years old, praises a king whose fame
spread "from [Cape] Kumari in the south, from the
great mountain in the north, from the oceans on
the east and on the west..." This shows that
ancient Indians knew their geography well and had
a clear idea of the land that made up India.

12. The Indian Constitution:
'India, that is Bharat'
In the very beginning of the Indian Constitution, which was
originally written in English, the phrase "India, that is Bharat" is
used to describe the nation. Similarly, in the Hindi version of
the Constitution, this is written as "Bhärat arthäth India." This
shows the dual identity of the country as both 'India' and
'Bharat'.
The term 'Jambudvipa' refers to the land of the jamun tree fruit,
which was an ancient name used to describe the Indian
subcontinent.

13. How Foreigners Named India
The Persians and the Name 'Hind'
The Persians, ancient inhabitants of Iran, were the first foreigners to mention India. In the
6th century BCE, a Persian emperor led a military campaign and gained control over the
region around the Indus River, which was earlier called 'Sindhu.' The Persians adapted this
name in their language, referring to the region as 'Hind,' 'Hidu,' or 'Hindu.' It's important to
note that in ancient Persian, 'Hindu' was a geographical term and had no connection to the
Hindu religion.
The Greeks and the Name 'Indoi' or 'Indike'
Based on Persian sources, the ancient Greeks referred to the region as 'Indoi' or 'Indike.'
They altered the name by dropping the initial 'h' from 'Hindu' since the letter 'h' did not exist
in the Greek language.
The Chinese and the Name 'Yintu' or 'Yindu'
The ancient Chinese also had interactions with India and referred to the region as 'Yintu' or
'Yindu.' This name, like others, was derived from 'Sindhu.' Another Chinese word derived
from 'Sindhu' was 'Tianzhu,' which could also be interpreted as 'heavenly master.' This term
reflects the respect the ancient Chinese had for India as the land of the Buddha.

14. India's Ancient Names
Jambudvipa and Bhärata
The ancient people of India referred
to their land as 'Jambudvipa' and
'Bhärata.' Over time, 'Bhärata'
became the more widely used name
and is now the name for India in
most Indian languages.
Names Based on the Sindhu
Foreign visitors and invaders often
based their names for India on the
Sindhu or Indus River, leading to
names like 'Hindu,' 'Indoi,' and
eventually 'India.'
A Rich History
India is a very old land with a rich
history, and throughout this history, it
has been known by many different
names reflecting its diverse cultural
heritage.