Hinduism in India: The Early Period covers the major thematic and historical
aspects of Hinduism in ancient and medieval India, emphasising primarily on
belief structures, rituals, theology, art, and myths. Although the book focuses
on the period from 200 BCE to 1200 ACE, the chapters make several references to
ideas and practices preceding and following this period. This is a reflection of
the fact that the cultural entity named "Hinduism" has been in a process of
constant change and evolution, and continues to demonstrate many recognizably
ancient elements even today.