Indian History Periodisation

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What was James Mill's view on the role of British rule in India?

British rule would have no significant impact on the Indian people

British rule would lead to the downfall of the Indian people

British rule would hinder the progress of the Indian people

British rule would bring enlightenment and happiness to the Indian people (correct)

What did James Mill suggest the British should do to ensure the enlightenment and happiness of the Indian people?

Leave India to govern itself

Conquer all the territories in India (correct)

Create a separate Indian Empire

Establish a federation of Indian states

What was James Mill's view on the period before British rule in India?

A period of stability and prosperity

A period of darkness and superstition (correct)

A period of rapid industrialization

A period of great progress and civilization

Why is it problematic to characterize an age only through the religion of the rulers of the time?

It ignores the lives and practices of others Signup and view all the answers

What did James Mill believe India needed to progress?

European manners, arts, institutions, and laws Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about James Mill's conception of history?

It is a Eurocentric view of history that sees British rule as a force of progress Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary issue with dividing Indian history into 'ancient', 'medieval', and 'modern' periods?

It is a Western concept that does not apply to Indian history. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'colonial' in the context of Indian history?

It refers to the period of British rule in India. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the British in establishing their rule in India?

To subjugate local nawabs and rajas and collect revenue. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the consequences of British rule in India?

Changes in values, tastes, customs, and practices. Signup and view all the answers

What does the process of colonisation entail?

The subjugation of one country by another leading to political, economic, social, and cultural changes. Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the term 'modern' in the context of Indian history?

The period associated with science, reason, democracy, liberty, and equality. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the British in conducting detailed surveys of India in the early nineteenth century?

To administer the region effectively Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of revenue surveys in the villages during the British colonial administration?

To understand the local cropping pattern Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of botanical gardens and natural history museums established by the British in India?

To collect plant specimens and information about their uses Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the census operations held every ten years from the end of the nineteenth century?

Detailed records of the number of people in all the provinces of India Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of historians studying the way information was gathered by the British in India?

To understand the nature of colonialism Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the British colonial administration's surveys on the Indian environment and culture?

It led to a loss of local knowledge and cultural heritage Signup and view all the answers