01. Introduction
The episode sets up the intent of the films. We are introduced to the characters and narrators and understand the methods of knowing the past through material evidence. A glimpse of things to come, places to be visited and questions that will be explored are discussed.
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April 30, 1989
02. The Stone Age
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May 7, 1989
03. The Harappan Civilization
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May 14, 1989
04. The Iron Age
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May 21, 1989
05. The Age of Codification
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May 28, 1989
06. Ayurveda & Astronomy
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June 4, 1989
07. Mathematics & Temple Architecture
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June 11, 1989
08. Synthesis and Growth
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June 18, 1989
09. Stagnation & a Changing World
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June 25, 1989
10. Colonialism & the Industrial Revolution
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July 2, 1989
11. The Freedom Struggle & the Scientific Community
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July 9, 1989
12. Independent India 1947 to the Present
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July 16, 1989
13. Retrospect & Prospect
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July 23, 1989