The Ravenshaw University will host the 74th session of the Indian History Congress from December 28 to 30. Around 2,000 delegates from across the country are expected to take part in it.
The event will be held in the State for the third time with the Ravenshaw University playing host for the second time. Around 1,200 papers are likely to be presented during the session covering six major sections including ancient history, medieval history, modern history, archaeology and contemporary history.
The Indian History Congress was established in 1935, and, from its inception, has remained the largest academic and professional body of Indian historians. It now has over 9,000 members. As defined by its constitution, its primary object is "promotion and encouragement of the scientific study of Indian history".