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A brief history of modern India / (Record no. 213586)
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| Qualifying information | 9788179309025 |
| 041 ## - LANGUAGE CODE | |
| Language code of text/sound track or separate title | eng |
| 082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | 954.04 |
| Item number | RAJ |
| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--AUTHOR NAME | |
| Author name | Rajiv Ahir |
| 245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | A brief history of modern India / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc. | Rajiv Ahir |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT) | |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc. | New Delhi : |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc. | Spectrum Books Pvt. Ltd, |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc. | 2024. |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Number of Pages | xxxix, 992p. ; |
| Dimensions | 18 cm. |
| 505 ## - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE | |
| Formatted contents note | Part I: The Advent of Europeans and the Establishment of British Rule<br/>1. The Arrival of Europeans<br/>2. The Mughal Empire and its Decline<br/>3. The Rise of the British East India Company<br/>4. The Battle of Plassey and the Conquest of Bengal<br/>5. The Carnatic Wars and the Establishment of British Domination in South India<br/>6. The Revolt of 1857 and the Transfer of Power to the Crown<br/>Part II: India Under British Rule<br/>7. Administrative and Political Developments<br/>8. Economic Exploitation of India<br/>9. Social and Religious Reforms<br/>10. The Indian National Congress<br/>11. The Rise of Extremism and Revolutionary Movements<br/>12. The Indian National Movement: 1905-1919<br/>13. The Non-Cooperation Movement and Civil Disobedience Movement<br/>14. The Quit India Movement<br/><br/>Part III: Independence and Post-Independence India<br/>15. The Partition of India<br/>16. The Challenges of Nation-Building<br/>17. Economic Planning and Development<br/>18. Social and Political Changes<br/>19. India's Foreign Policy<br/>20. Contemporary India |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc. | Rajiv Ahir's "A Brief History of Modern India" offers a detailed exploration of India's tumultuous journey from the arrival of European powers to its hard-won independence. This revised edition delves deeper into crucial aspects like tribal movements, constitutional developments, and workers' movements. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the socio-economic, political, and cultural transformations that shaped modern India. Ahir's lucid writing style, coupled with insightful analysis, makes this book an invaluable resource for UPSC and state administrative exam aspirants. The inclusion of appendices, charts, and lists enhances the reader's understanding of key historical events and personalities. While the book's length might be daunting for some, it is a necessary sacrifice for those seeking a thorough understanding of India's complex history. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Indian history. |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Colonial India. |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Indian national movement. |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Post-independence India. |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Social and Economic History of India. |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Political History of India. |
| 942 ## - ADDED ENTRY ELEMENTS (KOHA) | |
| Koha item type | English Books |
| Koha item type | Home library | Current library | Shelving location | Date acquired | Cost, normal purchase price | Bill Number | Accession Number | Full call number | Withdrawn status | Lost status | Not for loan | Collection |
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| Reference | Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai | Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai | நான்காம் தளம் / Fourth floor | 26/09/2024 | 992.00 | VBS/824/2024-25 | 362668 | 954.04 RAJ | Competitive Section |