India During 10th Century

From the arts and artifacts available in India that can be dated to 10th century A.D. (years 901 to 1000), we can say that it was a very prosperous period in India. The great temples of Chola period, accounts of travelogues left by foreign travelers such as Alberuni and period literature are some of the sources by which life in 10th century India can be reconstructed.

The Chandelas, Cholas, Kadambas, and Rashrakutas are some of the important kings who lived in India during the 10th century A.D. Some of the great temples of Khajuraho were constructed during this century.

Some of the important poets of 10th century are Pampa, Ranna.

Depiction of social life in India during the 10th century via period art and artifacts.

Brihadishwara Temple of 10th Century Entrance to Gopuram, Thanjavur, Tamilnadu
	Carving at the footstep of Gomateshwara Jain pilgrimage center of Sravanabelagola. The letters are in Devanagari script, but the language has been a dispute of scholars. Is is Marathi or Konkani?
Devotees of Shiva Lost in Worship Sculpture from Dharmapuri in Tamilandu. circa 10th century
	Erotic Sculptures on the Chandela Temples Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
Horse-mounted Saviyabbe Avenging her Husband's Death A 10th century memorial depicts a woman killing a elephant mounted enemy
	Savinirmadi - a Medieval Woman Scholar Detail from a 10th century memorial stone, Kolar

See Also:

• 19th Century India
• Potpourri of Pictures -- A pictorial portal to the picturesque land of India. Includes photographs of elements, portraits, women, paintings, and a Photo Blog
• A Unique Memorial to a Learned Lady

Kamat's Potpourri Research Database 10th Century India