This novel series has been planned and addressed to the students of B.Ed. in Indian Universities, for their benefit. It is strictly in accordance with the Curriculum and Syllabus, prescribed by U.G.C. These books are equally useful for Teachers, Trainers, teacher-Students and Students in general. This book is devoted to Teaching of History.

The picturesque valley of Kashmir situated on the northern extremity of India, occupies a position of unique and strategic importance in the sub-continent of India. It excels in beauty, art, architecture, culture and tradition, river, mountains, flora and fauna than several regions of the world. So far so, some eminent writers have compared this Himalayan range with that of Switzerland. Whereas, Kashmire bore the pangs of various onslaughts from North-West, Switzerland enjoyed peaceful postures for centuries. The present theme-Encyclopaedia of Kashmir has been carefully conceived and finally categorized into the following volumes: 1. Ancient and Medieval Kashmir 2. Kashmir Art, Architecture and Tourism 3. Kashmir During British Rule 4. Modern Kashmir 5. Kashmir-The Constitutional Status 6. Nehru and Kashmir 7. Sheikh Abdullah and Kashmir 8. Kashmir and United Nations 9. Kashmir Society and Culture 10. Economic Life of Kashmir The above volumes present a complete historical narration of several phases having deep bearing on the society of Kashmir. The theme also show how several eminent leaders gave vent to their feelings regarding the political status and sovereignty of the Kashmir State. Undoubtedly these scholarly works of ever-lasting value would be consulted in several academic circles in our sub-continent and abroad.

Tibet, owing to its unique physical features, occupies not only the highest but also the most strategic position in Central Asia. Covering an area in excess of 2.5 million square kilometers, it borders of India, Nepal, Bhutan and Burma to the south, Eastern Turkistan to the north and China on the east. Rich in minerals and with a variety of flora and fauna, Tibet is also the source of many great rivers-the Tsang-po (Brahmaputra), Senge Khabab (Indus), Drichu (Yangtse), Zachu (Mekong) etc. The Tibetan people have had a chequered history coupled with a unique cultural heritage. For centuries, Tibet remained a seat to Buddhist practices and learning. The impact of its smooth transmission was felt far and wide. The study of Tibetan history, political developments, socio-cultural and religious traditions etc. is attracting the interaction of an increasing number of scholars all over the world. The present theme-Encyclopaedia or Tibet-has been systematically and carefully conceived, and finally categorized into the following volumes : 1. History and Geography of Tibet 2. Travel and Memories of Tibet 3. Society and Culture of Tibet 4. Religious Heritage of Tibet 5. Dalai Lama and Tibet 6. Tibet and the World. Undoubtedly, these scholarly works of everlasting value would be consulted in several academic circles in our continent and abroad.

Tibet is situated on a high plateau surrounded by mountain passes. Covering an area in excess of 2.5 million square kilometers, it borders of India, Nepal, Bhutan and Burma to the south, Eastern Turkistan to the north and China on the east. Owing to its unique physical features, it occupies the most strategic position in Central Asia. The present volume History and Geography of Tibet presents in-depth in the chequered history and geographical accounts of this mountainous area from the earliest times to the present.