From the Interstices of History: Rethinking Regional Polity in North India and the Deccan, 14th–16th Centuries.

This article examines the concept of "regions" in North India and the Deccan during the 14th-16th centuries. It questions the usefulness of regional perspectives in historical interpretation, given the prevalence of regional developments and the growth of regionalism during this time. The article discusses the presence of small independent kingdoms in northern and central India and their impact on the geopolitical landscape. It also explores the historiography of regional polity, highlighting a shift towards more nuanced understandings of regional societies and polities. The text argues for a reevaluation of the historiography of medieval India, challenging the traditional narrative of the Delhi Sultanate and emphasizing the importance of considering multiple perspectives and sources to understand the regional dynamics of this period. [Extracted from the article]