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BBC

Bbc: The Story of India: Pakistan and North India

For Students 5th - 8th
Visit the ancient sites of India through this interactive site. Click on an image and read the backgrounds and view pictures of the places that shaped the history of Pakistan and India. Included are the Taj Mahal, Khyber Pass, the Golden...
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Royal Geographical Society

Royal Geographical Society: India: Pictures of the Past

For Students 3rd - 6th
View photographs and quotes about India's turbulent history, particularly Partition.
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Other

Dharma Universe: 1971 India Pakistan War

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from freeindia.org contains an explanation and analysis of the Bangladesh Independence in 1971. Has pictures, audio, and lots and lots of information.
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Other

Story of Pakistan

For Students 9th - 10th
Award-winning interactive encyclopedia on the history of Pakistan -- now one of the largest sources of information on the subject. Find a time period, browse the timeline, select from a list of historical figures, or search for your...
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University of California

Ucla: Manas: British India

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the British presence in India, 1600-1947, from university professor Vinay Lal. Includes links to related topics, such as the British East India Company, and to biographical details of many key figures from this period in...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: India

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a travel guide and country profile of the Southern Asia nation of India including background details and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
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BBC

Bbc: History: The British Raj in India 1858 1947

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed and insightful article which examines the colonial rule of the British in India. The author explores the origins, the Indian independence movement, how the British gave up India and more. Archived.
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CNN

Cnn: Conflict Over Kashmir

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent, easy-to-understand timeline of the conflict between Indian and Pakistan over Kashmir, the root of the problem. Timeline covers conflict from 1947 to November 2003.
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BBC

Bbc News: In Depth: Kashmir Flashpoint

For Students 9th - 10th
An indepth look of the Kashmir conflict updated to 19 May 2011.
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PBS

Pbs Newshour Extra: Indian and Pakistani Tennis Partners Call for Peace

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is an inspiring story about two tennis players who have transcended the boundaries of hate and war. Read about Rohan Bopanna and Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and their efforts to bring India and Pakistan together in spite of political and...
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My Learning

My Learning: Journey Through India and Pakistan

For Students 9th - 10th
Normally when we think of public art we think of something displayed outside in a stationary position. Not so in the case of Pakistan! Check out their decorated trucks discovered traveling on the Grand Trunk Road.
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Other

The Kashmir Times

For Students 9th - 10th
The daily newspaper for Kashmir, this offers primary source information, with a definite slant to the disputed area. There is a small archive of papers.
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Aaron Shepherd

The Gifts of Wali Dad, a Tale of India and Pakistan

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from India and Pakistan adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "The Gifts of Wali Dad." For 15 players, ages 8-13, it contemplates questions of generosity....
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Virtual Bangladesh

Virtual Bangladesh: War for Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site examining though pictures, news articles, and first person accounts, all aspects of the Bangladesh Declaration of Independence in 1971.
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BBC

Bbc History: British History: Modern Britain: Hidden Story of Partition

For Students 9th - 10th
The author describes how India and Pakistan were created as a result of a division of the British colony of India and what problems and issues developed as a result of their separation. Archived.
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BBC

Bbc News: The Balance of Power in South Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
A short report on how the use of a short range missile by Pakistan may have upset the balance of power between India and Pakistan.
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BBC

Bbc News: Quake's Terrible Toll Is Revealed

For Students 9th - 10th
This in depth article by the BBC sheds light on the devastation caused by the Pakistani earthquake in 2005. Videos and maps can be viewed on this site also.
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Other

Welcome to the Cns Website

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource from the Non Nuclear Proliferation Studies. Provides links to news items, publications and content related to the arms race.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia: Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the diverse countries of Asia. Primarily a travel guide, Geographia offers information on other topics, such as economy, geography, climate, history, and people of selected Asian countries. Pictures are included.
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Other

A Rough Guide to Kushan History: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Kushan History presents a guide to the history of northern India and Afghanistan from the 2nd century BCE to the 3rd century CE. Content includes a focus on the ruling empires, general and military history, and coins.
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Other

Why Christmas: Christmas Cultures Around the World

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the different traditions and ways Christmas is celebrated around the world. Experience Christmas from Australia to Zambia, Italy to China, and many more countries.
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BBC

Bbc: Mohammad Ali Jinnah

For Students 9th - 10th
Mohammad Ali Jinnah was the architect of Pakistani independence and became their first leader. Study his beliefs on why Pakistan needed to be independent of India and how he rose to become known as the "Great Leader".
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PBS

Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
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Other

Flamenco world.com: Flemenco, 200 Years Young

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction of the world of Flamenco from its origins in the 15th century. A good summary of the history of this art form.

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