World History — Key Events

Major world historical events and eras relevant to CMAT General Awareness — from ancient civilisations to 20th-century global events.

• Indian Independence and Partition — 1947 — South Asia
• The Renaissance — 14th–17th century CE — Modern History (1500–1900)
• World War I — 1914–1918 — Contemporary (20th–21st century)
• United Nations — Founding and Structure — 1945–present — International Organisations
• The Cold War — 1947–1991 — Contemporary (20th–21st century)
• Nepal History — Key Timeline — Ancient to 2008 — Nepal History
• World War II — 1939–1945 — Contemporary (20th–21st century)
• Ancient Civilisations — 3500 BCE – 500 CE — Ancient History
• Industrial Revolution — 1760–1840 — Modern History (1500–1900)