History of India - VI (C.1750-1875)
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Duration | 15 weeks |
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History of India - VI (C.1750-1875) at Swayam Course details
- Students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Indian history, as well as anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of colonialism, cultural exchange, and social transformation during this pivotal period in Indian history
- Understand the socio-political landscape of India during the period of British colonial rule, including the mechanisms of British governance and the impact on indigenous institutions
- Analyze the economic changes brought about by colonialism, such as the shift from agrarian to industrial economies and the emergence of new social classes
- Evaluate the cultural exchanges between India and the West during this period, including the impact of British education, language, and administration on Indian society
- Examine the rise of Indian nationalism and the various movements for independence, including the role of key figures and organizations in advocating for Indian self-governance
- History of India - VI (c.1750-1875) delves into the transformative era marked by British colonialism, the rise of the Mughal Empire, and the dawn of Indian nationalism
- Exploring socio-political upheavals, cultural shifts, and the impact of colonial rule, it illuminates India's journey towards modernity amidst struggle and resilience
History of India - VI (C.1750-1875) at Swayam Curriculum
WEEK 1 UNIT I: The Eighteenth Century in India: Political History
Overview of Eighteenth-century India I
Overview of Eighteenth-century India II
Regional Variations in Politics: Bengal
Regional Variations in Politics: Awadh
WEEK 2 UNIT I: The Eighteenth Century in India: Political History
Regional Variations in Politics: The Marathas
Regional Variations in Politics: Mysore & Hyderabad - I
Regional Variations in Politics: Mysore & Hyderabad - II
Regional Variations in Politics: The Punjab
WEEK 3 UNIT II: The Eighteenth Century in India: Economy, Culture and Other Themes
Historiography of the Eighteenth Century
Cultural Aspects of the Eighteenth Century
Economic Aspects of the Eighteenth Century
Evolution of the East India Company
Administration of the East India Company
WEEK 4 UNIT III: Trade, Commerce and Industry
Commercialisation of Agriculture
Drain of Wealth
Deindustrialisation of India under Colonial Rule
British Trade Policies particularly Mercantilism
Industrial development of India under the East India Company
WEEK 5 UNIT IV: Evolution of Agricultural and Rural Economy
Land Revenue Systems under the British
Mahalwari Settlement
Permanent Settlement
Rural Indebtedness
WEEK 6 UNIT IV: Evolution of Agricultural and Rural Economy
Ryotwari Settlement
UNIT V: Ideologies of Company Rule
Britain's Views of the World
The Concept of Oriental Despotism
Law, Property & Improvement
WEEK 7 UNIT V: Ideologies of Company Rule
William Jones as a Linguist and Administrator
William Jones as a Historian
James Mill and the Utilitarians I
James Mill and the Utilitarians II
WEEK 8 UNIT VI: Administration, Law, Education and Media
Development of Western Education and Modern ideas
Administration Under The East India Company Module
Constitutional Development under the East India Company
Judicial Reform Under the East India Company
WEEK 9 UNIT VI: Administration, Law, Education and Media
Growth of Press
UNIT VII: Social Reform Movement
Reform Movts: Bengal & Western India
Northern & Southern India; Nature of the Reform Movt
Nature and Limitations of the Reform Movt
WEEK 10 UNIT VII: Social Reform Movement
Social Discrimination & Disprivileged Groups
Historiography of the Social Reform Movt
UNIT VIII: Tribal and Peasant Movements
Tribal and Peasant Movements: Thematic Overview
Tribal and Peasant Movements: Western India
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