• UGI USER
  • Dec 30, 2023
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INDIAN HISTORY CONGRESS

Why in the News?

  • The 82nd Annual Indian History Congress commenced at Kakatiya University after a 30-year hiatus.
  • A.N Rezavi, IHC’s secretary, stressed the Congress’s role in preserving a secular and scientific approach to history amid modern challenges.

About Indian History Congress(IHC):

  • Established :

Established in 1935, IHC is South Asia’s premier association for professional historians.

  • Genesis :

The Indian History Congress originated from the All India Congress organized by BISM in 1935 to celebrate its silver jubilee in Pune.

  • History :

With around 50 delegates initially, it emerged from the Bharata Itihasa Samshodhaka Mandala founded by Vishwanath Kashinath Rajwade in 1910, supported by K C Mehendale.

  • Goal :

IHC’s primary goal is to foster the secular and scientific documentation of history.

  • Boasting approximately 35,000 members, it draws over 2,000 delegates to its annual sessions.
  • It has published proceedings annually since 1935, contributing to the dissemination of historical research.