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Earn 100

Many people believe that it is easier to develop a source-based understanding of facts, events and personalities of modern Indian history as opposed to those of ancient and medieval periods. Do you agree?

Important Questions on History—When, Where and How

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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Class Discussion
Is Mill's periodisation of Indian history acceptable to you? Give reasons.
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q II
Give a reason why James Mill's periodisation of Indian history was flawed.
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q II
Give a reason why Britain needed to colonise vast territories.
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q II
Give one reason why the British introduced English-based education in India.
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q II
Give one reason why British administrators kept records attached to all administrative institutions.
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q II
Give a reason why Photographs are an invaluable source for studying modern Indian history. 
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q III
Which groups of people came to India as traders at the beginning of the 18th century?
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Enhanced Footprints Our Past, Planet and Society>Chapter 1 - History—When, Where and How>Let's Recall>Q III
Who supported James Mill's periodisation of Indian history?