I. Gupta Empire A. Rise of the Gupta Empire B. Cultural achievements of the Gupta Empire C. Decline of the Gupta Empire

II. Mughal Empire A. Origins and rise of the Mughal Empire B. Reign of Akbar the Great C. Cultural achievements of the Mughal Empire D. Decline of the Mughal Empire

III. Vijayanagara Empire A. Rise and expansion of the Vijayanagara Empire B. Cultural and economic achievements of the Vijayanagara Empire C. Decline of the Vijayanagara Empire

IV. Bhakti and Sufi Movements A. Origins of the Bhakti and Sufi movements B. Key beliefs and practices of Bhakti and Sufi movements C. Impact on Indian culture and society