Successor States of Bahmani Kingdom

 After the disintegration of the Bahmani Kingdom (founded by Hasan Gangu Bahmani - a general of Delhi Sultanate in 1347 - Tughlaq rule) in the 16th century, several successor states emerged in the Deccan region of South India. These successor states included:

1.      1. The Adil Shahi Sultanate of Bijapur: Founded by Yusuf Adil Shah, a former Bahmani general, this state was based in Bijapur and lasted from 1490 to 1686. It was known for its architectural marvels such as the Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim Rauza, and the Jumma Masjid.
2.      The Qutb Shahi Sultanate of Golconda: Founded by Sultan Quli Qutb Shah, a former governor of Telangana under the Bahmanis, this state was based in Golconda and lasted from 1518 to 1687. It was known for its diamond mines, rich cultural heritage, and monuments such as the Charminar, Mecca Masjid, and the Golconda Fort.
3.      The Barid Shahi Sultanate of Bidar: Founded by Amir Barid, a former Bahmani governor of Bidar, this state was based in Bidar and lasted from 1492 to 1619. It was known for its fine architecture and patronage of the arts, especially music.
4.      The Nizam Shahi Sultanate of Ahmednagar: Founded by Malik Ahmed Nizam Shah, a former Bahmani governor of Junnar, this state was based in Ahmednagar and lasted from 1490 to 1636. It was known for its military strength and resistance against the Mughal Empire.
5.      The Berar Sultanate: Founded by Fathullah Imad-ul-Mulk, a former Bahmani governor of Berar, this state was based in Ellichpur and lasted from 1490 to 1574. It was known for its strategic location and military power.

These successor states continued the legacy of the Bahmani Kingdom in terms of their cultural diversity, architecture, and political structures, but also had their own unique characteristics and contributions to the history of the Deccan region.

Main Thinkers of Shad Darshanas

 The Shad Darshanas, also known as the Six Schools of Indian Philosophy, are the traditional classification of the different philosophical schools that emerged in ancient India. Each of these schools offers a distinct perspective on the nature of reality, the self, and the ultimate goal of human existence.

Here are the main thinkers associated with each of the six schools:

1. Samkhya: The Samkhya school was founded by Sage Kapila. Its main exponent is Ishvara Krishna.
2. Yoga: The Yoga school was founded by Sage Patanjali. Its main exponent is Vyasa.
3. Nyaya: The Nyaya school was founded by Sage Gautama. Its main exponent is Udayana.
4. Vaisheshika: The Vaisheshika school was founded by Sage Kanada. Its main exponent is Prashastapada.
5. Mimamsa: The Mimamsa school was founded by Sage Jaimini. Its main exponent is Shabara.
6. Vedanta: The Vedanta school has three major sub-schools, each with its own set of thinkers:

• Advaita Vedanta: The main exponent of Advaita Vedanta is Adi Shankaracharya.
• Vishishtadvaita Vedanta: The main exponent of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta is Ramanuja.
• Dvaita Vedanta: The main exponent of Dvaita Vedanta is Madhvacharya.

 

 Bostan

The author of Bostan (The Orchard) is the Persian poet and mystic Saadi Shirazi. Saadi was born in Shiraz, Iran, in the 13th century and is considered one of the greatest poets in Persian literature. Bostan is a collection of poems and stories that cover a wide range of topics, including moral and ethical issues, social commentary, and political satire. The book is written in a simple and straightforward style and is often used as a teaching tool for children and young adults in Iran and other Persian-speaking countries. Saadi's other famous work is Gulistan (The Rose Garden), which is also a collection of poems and stories that provide moral guidance and wisdom.

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Side Reference

Sher Shah Suri, as Farid Khan, had studied Dabistan and Bostan at Jaunpur. His mastery of these two books made him eligible to seek employment with Bengal Administration. 

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Dabistan

 Dabistan

The author of Dabistan, also spelt as Dabestan or Dabirul Mulk Dabestani, is Muhammad ibn Mohsin ibn Abdullah al-Jurjani. Dabistan is a Persian book written in the 17th century, which provides an account of the religious and philosophical beliefs of various religious and cultural groups in India and Iran during the Safavid dynasty. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and provides insights into the religious and cultural diversity of the region during that period.

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Added Side Talk

Sher Shah Suri, as Farid Khan, had studied Dabistan and Bostan at Jaunpur. His mastery over these two books made him eligible to seek employment with Bengal Administration. 

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