Modern Indian History (1757-1856 A.D)

Paper Code: 
24HIS 124(C)
Credits: 
05
Contact Hours: 
75.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives

This course empowers students to engage with various sources essential for writing the history of Modern India. They will discuss the diverse range of materials available for understanding this period's complexities. Furthermore, students will critically evaluate multiple perspectives on the nature of Maratha polity, with a particular focus on key figures such as Mahadji and Nana Phadnavis in Maratha politics. Additionally, they will analyze the nature, causes, and events surrounding the significant revolt of 1857, delving into its historical significance and impact. Through this comprehensive examination, students gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of Modern Indian history.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course Outcomes(CO)

Course

Outcome (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24HIS 124

(C)

Modern Indian History I (1757-1856 A.D)

CO31-Examine Modern Indian history and various sources of study.

CO32- Analyse the III Battle of Panipat, and the nature of  Maratha polity

CO33-Evaluate the Anglo – Mysore and Anglo Sikh wars.

CO34- Assess the growth of   British Paramountcy and Peasant and Tribal Resistance.

CO35- Critically evaluate the nature and causes of 1857 revolt .

CO36-Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction
  • Reading Assignments
  • Interactive Lectures
  • Group Discussion
  • Class Lecture
  • Documentary Screening
  • Power Point Presentation along with Class lecture

Class test, Semester End Examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Class Assignment, Presentation, Individual and group projects, Class interaction

 

15.00

Understanding Modern India –Archival Sources and News Papers.

Interpretations: Imperialist, Nationalist and Marxist.

Establishment of British Rule – Bengal 1757 – 1772

 

15.00

III Battle of Panipat, Anglo Maratha Relations and the role of Mahadji and Nana Phadnavis. Failure of the Marathas

15.00

Anglo – Mysore relations – Hyder Ali and Tipu.

Rise of Sikhs in Punjab, Ranjit Singh, Sikh Wars and Annexation of Punjab and Awadh

15.00

Growth of Paramountcy.

Resistance to colonial rule: Pre 1857

Peasant and Tribal Resistance.

 

15.00

Out break of 1857 –Causes and  Nature

Important leaders of the Uprising and British repression

Essential Readings: 

Recommended Readings

  • R.C.Majumdar (ed.):  British Paramountcy and Indian Renaissance
  •  B.Prasad : Bondage and Freedom, Vol. I ,1757-1858
  • G.S. Sardesai : Main Currents of Maratha History
  • N.K.Sinha : Ranjit Singh
  • S.B.Chaudhary :Theories of the Indian Mutiny
  • Civil Rebellion in the Indian Mutinies 1857-59
  • S.N. Prasad : Paramountcy under Dalhousie
References: 

E- Resources

Interpretations : Imperialist, Nationalist and Marxist

Battle of Plassey and Buxar

Nana Phadnavis

Anglo-Mysore War

Out break of 1857 –Causes and  Nature

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Academic Year: 
2024-25
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