Modern Indian History (1757-1856 A.D)

Paper Code: 
25HIS124(C)
Credits: 
05
Contact Hours: 
75.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

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: 

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Course Title

25HIS 124(C)

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

(Theory)

 

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

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation

 

Learning activities for the students:

  • Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation

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

 

15.00
Unit I: 
Understanding Modern India

Archival Sources and News Papers.

Interpretations: Imperialist, Nationalist and Marxist.

Establishment of British Rule – Bengal 1757 – 1772

 

15.00
Unit II: 
Expansion of Marathas

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

 

15.00
Unit III: 
British Relations with Regional Powers

Anglo – Mysore relations – Hyder Ali and Tipu.

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

 

15.00
Unit IV: 
Growth of Paramountcy

Resistance to colonial rule: Pre 1857

Peasant and Tribal Resistance.

 

15.00
Unit V: 
Outbreak of 1857

Causes and Nature

Important leaders of the Uprising and British repression.

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Agarwal. R.C., Constitutional development and National Movement of India, S.Chand & Company ltd, New Delhi, 2005.
  • Chaurasia, History of Modern India 1707 A.D. to Upto 2000 A.D. Atlantic Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi, 2002
  • Grover, B.L. Modern Indian History, New Delhi :S. Chand & Co., 1995.
  • R.C.Majumdar (ed.):  British Paramountcy and Indian Renaissance.
  • Civil Rebellion in the Indian Mutinies 1857-59
  • S.N. Prasad : Paramountcy under Dalhousie

 

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