Timeline of Kerala

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This is a timeline of Kerala History comprising important events which took place in the geographical area that falls within present day Kerala. It overlaps with the history of Indian subcontinent. To read background of these events, read History of Kerala.

Contents

Also see List of years in Kerala, List of governors of Kerala and List of Chief Ministers of Kerala.

Ancient and prehistoric times

Before Common Era

Common Era

Medieval times

8th century

9th century

10th century

11th century

13th century

14th century

15th century

16th century

17th century

18th century

Modern times

19th century

1800 - 1850

1851 - 1899

20th century

Pre - Independence (1900 - 1923)

Pre - Independence (1924 - 1947)

Post Independence

See also

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