Ram Sharan Sharma was an eminent Indian historian and an authority on ancient Indian history and culture. Born on November 26, 1919, in Bihar, India, Sharma devoted his life to the study and dissemination of knowledge about ancient India.
As an expert in the field of history, Ram Sharan Sharma specialized in ancient Indian history, particularly the period from prehistoric times to the 8th century CE. He was known for his extensive research, meticulous scholarship, and meticulous analysis of historical sources. His writings and teachings played a significant role in shaping contemporary understanding of ancient India.
Sharma authored numerous books, research papers, and articles that covered a wide range of topics related to ancient Indian history, including social, political, and economic aspects of various periods. His works addressed key themes such as the Vedic age, urbanization, state formation, social stratification, and the growth of religious and philosophical ideologies.
Know for his objective approach, Sharma's works emphasized the critical evaluation of historical material and the use of multiple sources to arrive at a comprehensive understanding of the past. He was also renowned for presenting complex historical concepts in a lucid and accessible manner, making them comprehensible to both scholars and general readers.
Ram Sharan Sharma's contributions to the field of history earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Bhushan award, one of India's highest civilian honors, in 1999. He also served as the Chairman of the Indian Council of Historical Research and was associated with various leading educational institutions in India.
