History of Delhi: Do you know when why and how Delhi got its name?

There are many such beautiful and historical places in Delhi that thousands of people reach every day to see. Thousands of people reach here to see India Gate, Red Fort, Lotus Temple or Jama Masjid.

As the capital of the country, Delhi is also a political centre, so foreign diplomats also keep reaching here. In such a situation, if you are asked how much you know about the capital, then what will be your answer?

If you also want to know when, why and how Delhi got its name, then you must read this article.

Where did the name Delhi come from?

First of all, let us know from where the name of Delhi came. According to a myth, a king named Dhillu established a city here in 50 BC. Later this city came to be known as Delhi by his name. Many people also knew Dhillu Raja by the names of Dhillu and Dilu.

What is the ancient history of Delhi?

Now let us know what has been the ancient history of Delhi. Perhaps you know, if not, then for your information let us tell you that Delhi was known as the capital of Indraprastha during the Mahabharata period.

It is said that the Pandavas, with the help of Lord Krishna and Indra, built a city called Indraprastha. It is believed that the forest of Khandavaranya was chosen to build the capital.

What is the medieval history of Delhi?

According to history, around 736 AD, Delhi was ruled by the Tomar dynasty. After this, the Chauhan dynasty started ruling Delhi. After this, in the year 1206, QutbuddinAibak established the slave dynasty in Delhi.

After the Ghulam dynasty, Delhi was ruled by the Tughlaq dynasty. After this, the Lodi dynasty ruled from 1450 to 1526. In the year 1526, established the Mughal dynasty in Delhi. After this, after the revolution of 1857, the Mughal dynasty ended and the British took over.

What is the modern history of Delhi?

For your information, let us tell you that from around 1903 AD till independence, Delhi remained more of the British and after independence, Delhi was declared the capital of independent India. Buildings like India Gate and RashtrapatiBhavan were built during the British rule.

When did Delhi become the capital of the country?

According to history, the announcement to make Delhi the capital was made on 12 December 1911 in the Delhi Durbar. After this Delhi formally became the capital of the country on 13 February 1931. Let us also tell you that earlier (Calcutta) now Kolkata was the capital of the country.

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