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2800-2000 BCE - Indus Valley civilization.

1200-900 BCE - Early Vedic Period - earliest Vedas are compiled.

900-600 BCE - Late Vedic period - Brahmanical religion develops, emphasizing ritual and social obligation.

800-300 BCE -The 11 major Upanishads are written, which include the ideas of reincarnation and karma.

500 BCE-1000 CE - Epics and Puranas are written, reflecting the rise of devotional movements dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Devi.

5th cent. BCE -Buddhism and Jainism founded in India.

c. 320-185 BCE -Mauryan Dynasty founded by Chandragupta.

c. 320-500 CE - Gupta empire.

c. 500-650 CE - Gupta empire divides into several kingdoms.

c. 600-1600 CE -Rise of devotional movements, puja (worship) rituals, and idea of equality of devotees.

7th-11th cent. -Esoteric movements based on Tantras develop.