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According to James Mill, how did he divide Indian History?
According to James Mill, how did he divide Indian History?
What is the problem with James Mill's periodisation of Indian History?
What is the problem with James Mill's periodisation of Indian History?
Why did the British preserve official documents?
Why did the British preserve official documents?
According to James Mill's view, what does the British rule represent?
According to James Mill's view, what does the British rule represent?
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What is problematic about categorizing Indian history as Hindu, Muslim, and British?
What is problematic about categorizing Indian history as Hindu, Muslim, and British?
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Study Notes
- James Mill's "History of India" divided Indian history into three periods: Hindu, Muslim, and British.
- Mill's categorization faces issues as it oversimplifies the complex religious landscape of India.
- Apart from Hinduism and Islam, other significant faiths like Buddhism and Jainism existed in the Hindu and Muslim periods.
- Not all rulers in ancient India shared the same faith as the periods labeled by Mill.
- The British preservation of official documents was crucial for effective administration and maintaining historical records.
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Test your knowledge of Indian History periodisation and the problems with James Mill's classification. Answer true or false questions and delve into discussions about the periodisation of Indian History.