Proper Nouns Lexicon

The Battle of Plassey, which took place in 1757, was a decisive turning point in the colonial history of the Indian subcontinent. It opposed the forces of the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal.

The Battle of Qadesh is one of the most famous ancient military encounters, taking place around 1274 BC between the Egyptians under Ramses II and the Hittites under Muwatalli II.

Baz Bahadur (reign: 1555-1562) was the last independent Sultan of Malwa, famous for his love of music and poetry, as well as his legendary romance with Rani Roopmati.

The Bengal Sultanate was an independent Muslim state that ruled the Bengal region from the fourteenth to the sixteenth century. It played a central role in the political and economic history of eastern South Asia.

Bhagiratha is a legendary king in Hinduism, known for his devotion and efforts to bring the Ganges River down from the heavens to Earth.

Bhagyalakshmi, often identified with Lakshmi, the goddess of fortune and prosperity in Hinduism, is worshipped for bringing luck and abundance. She is considered a manifestation of Lakshmi.

Bhairava is a Hindu deity regarded as a fierce manifestation of Shiva. Associated with destruction, protection, and overcoming fear, he is venerated in Hinduism and Tantric Buddhism, particularly in Nepal and India.

Confédération sikh dominante au XVIIIᵉ siècle dans le Pendjab, ayant contrôlé plusieurs grandes villes avant l’unification du territoire sous l’Empire sikh.

Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form originating from Tamil Nadu, India, known for its graceful movements, elaborate facial expressions, and rich cultural tradition.

The Bhati are a prominent Rajput clan primarily associated with the region of Jaisalmer in India, known for their role in local history and architecture.