বাংলা ও বাঙালির ইতিহাস: প্রথম পর্ব| পয়লা বৈশাখ| নববর্ষ ১৪৩২| SCBOITHEK| EP#45

In this episode of Soul Connection, we trace the origins of Bengal through the lens of R.C. Majumdar’s seminal work The History of Bengal—a foundational text that unravels the region’s layered past.

Geography and Early Foundations
We begin with Bengal's physical and historical geography—the fertile plains, mighty rivers, and shifting landscapes that shaped early human settlement and political dynamics. We also journey through the legendary period, exploring ancient myths, folklore, and tribal societies that predate recorded history.

Political Shifts and Early Kingdoms
The second half delves into Bengal’s role during the Mauryan and Gupta empires (326 BCE – 320 CE), highlighting its mentions in classical texts. We then focus on the emergence of Gauda and Vanga as regional powers, culminating in the rise of King Sasanka, one of Bengal’s earliest historical monarchs.

Based on R.C. Majumdar’s authoritative narrative, this episode offers a rich blend of myth, geography, and political evolution that shaped the soul of Bengal.

Chapters:
00:00 Highlights
2:34 Intro
5:54 History of the book "History of Bengal"
8:34 Where is the first mention of Bengalis found?
9:56 Bengalis are actually not Arya?
12:03 Where did the Bengalis come from?
13:46 Mention of Bengal in Mahabharata and Ramayana?
15:12 Mention of 5 separate states in Bengal
21:15 About Bengalis: How did the Brahmins come? Intercaste marriage was common?
26:22 What can happen in an intercaste marriage?
31:23 Who should we call Bengalis?
35:40 Alexander couldn't conquer the world for Bengalis?
38:03 Chandra Gupta Maurya and Kushan Coin
39:11 What can we learn about Bengal's history from the Gupta period?
43:06 How did Shashanka expand his kingdom?
50:01 Shashanka was Anti-Buddhist?
52:37 Is the calendar created by Shashanka not same as today's?
55:31 The period after Shashanka's death
1:00:36 Was the succession in the Pal dynasty democratic?
1:03:20 Outro

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