R.S. Sharma

R.S. Sharma, or Ram Sharan Sharma, was a prominent Indian historian and scholar known for his extensive work on ancient Indian history, particularly focusing on the Gupta period. He emphasized the importance of understanding India's past through a social, economic, and cultural lens. His research contributed to a more nuanced view of early Indian society, challenging earlier interpretations that largely centered on political history. Sharma's influential publications and theories have made him a key figure in Indian historiography, shaping the way historians study and interpret ancient Indian civilization.