This is a timeline of the rise and fall of great empires in the Indian subcontinent, from 321 BCE to 499 CE. These empires saw the spread of Buddhism, the growth of Hinduism, the flourishing of art and literature, and significant mathematical and astronomical advancements.

Originally released by Makematic, 2023. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 21, 2023.