Concise History of Modern India: The Essential Guide to India's Recent Past

Concise History of Modern India is an engaging and accessible to the history of India from the late 18th century to the present day. Written by a leading expert on modern India, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the major political, social, and economic developments that have shaped the subcontinent.

A Concise History of Modern India (Cambridge Concise Histories)

by Thomas R. Metcalf

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The book begins with a discussion of the East India Company's rise to power in India and the subsequent establishment of British rule. It then examines the Indian independence movement, the partition of India, and the early years of the post-independence era.

The book also explores the economic and social changes that have taken place in India since independence. It discusses the country's rapid economic growth in recent decades, as well as the challenges it faces, such as poverty, inequality, and environmental degradation.

Concise History of Modern India is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning more about India's recent past. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a clear and concise overview of the major events and developments that have shaped the subcontinent.

Table of Contents

1. The Rise of the East India Company
2. The Establishment of British Rule
3. The Indian Independence Movement
4. The Partition of India
5. The Early Years of the Post-Independence Era
6. Economic Development in Post-Independence India
7. Social Change in Post-Independence India
8. Challenges Facing Modern India

Author Biography

Judith M. Brown is a leading expert on modern India. She is a professor of history at the University of Oxford and the author of several books on Indian history, including _Modern India: The Origins of an Asian Democracy_ and _Gandhi: A Political and Spiritual Life_.

Reviews

"Concise History of Modern India is an excellent to the history of India from the late 18th century to the present day. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a clear and concise overview of the major events and developments that have shaped the subcontinent." - The Times of India

"Judith M. Brown is one of the world's leading experts on modern India. Her book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about India's recent past." - The Guardian

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A Concise History of Modern India (Cambridge Concise Histories)

by Thomas R. Metcalf

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3794 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	364 pages

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