ICSE Syllabus of Civics Class 7 2020-21

Medieval Europe and the Rise and Development of Christianity

This includes the birth of Christianity and the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem. It also involves some prominent teachings of Jesus and His opposition with the Jewish leaders. Lastly, it covers the crucifixion of Jesus and the emergence of Constantinople as the Christian Capital.

Emergence and Rise of Islam  

The emergence of Islam began with the birth of Prophet Mohammed. It also involves the return of Prophet Mohammed to Mecca (a place which is considered holy for Muslims in the present date). Finally, the rise and spread of Islam with Prophet Mohammed’s demise and the Caliphate’s inception.

The Sultanate Period and Its Impact

It all began with the Turkish invasions followed by the Delhi Sultanate’s ruling of the five dynasties. A descriptive look into the sultanate’s expansion, its achievements, and its impact on the country’s art and architecture. 

 The Vijayanagar and Bahamani Kingdoms & Dawn of the Mughal Empire

The two most prominent kingdoms that existed in South India are the Vijayanagar and Bahamani kingdoms. Beginning with the battle of Panipat and the formation of the Mughal Empire, it was a huge turning point in India’s history. A study of all the important Mughal Emperors like Babur, Humayun, Sher Shah Suri, Akbar the Great, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and more. 

 Creating a composite culture and formation of the Constitution of India

The idea behind the Bhakti and Sufi movement, teachings and ideologies of the Bhakti and Sufi saints, and its influence on society and culture. After that comes the Constitution of the country and its meaning, the constituent assembly’s role, and the Preamble formation.