Timeline of Kerala

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.

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

Ancient and prehistoric times

Medieval times

Modern times

1800 - 1850

1851 - 1899

Pre - Independence (1900 - 1923)

Pre - Independence (1924 - 1947)

Post Independence

See also

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