Question

"Bharat Ek Khoj", a serial telecasted by Doordarshan has a special place in the history of
Indian television serials. It was based on 'Discovery of India', a book written by Pandit
Jawaharlal Nehru. It was directed by Shyam Benegal. This serial presented the history of
India from the ancient to the modern period, throwing light on social, cultural and political
history of respective periods.
It effectively portrayed many aspects of Indian history like Harappan Civilisation, Vedic
history, interpretation of Ramayana and Mahabharata, Mauryan period, Turk-Afghan
invasions, Mughal period and the contributions of Mughal emperors, Bhakti Movement, Role
of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, movements of social reform and Indian struggle for
independence, etc.
Roshan Seth, the actor who played Pandit Nehru's role in this serial also appeared as a
narrator, introducing and explaining various parts of the story by dramatising them, using
folklore and informative speeches. The serial was admired in all parts of India because of the
comprehensive historical perspective of Pandit Nehru and its equally comprehensive visual
presentation
Questions:
which factor/aspect, according to you made the serial Bharat Ek Khoj popular?​

Answer 1

Answer:

This serial presented the history of India from the ancient to the modern period, throwing light on social, cultural and political history of respective periods. It effectively portrayed many aspects of Indian history like Harappan Civilisation, Vedic history, interpretation of Ramayana and Mahabharata.