Modern India (SSC, Railway, Police & All State exam)
Useful for students preparing for competitive exams
This course provides a deep dive into the events and movements that shaped modern India. We'll trace the decline of the Mughal Empire, the rise of the Marathas, and the impact of British colonialism on India's social, economic, and political landscape. From the Revolt of 1857 to the Quit India Movement, we'll analyze key figures, pivotal events, and the struggle for independence. Expect to engage with primary sources, explore diverse perspectives, and gain a critical understanding of India's journey towards independence and nation-building.
Chapters & Reading Units (24)
Click any chapter to start readingChapter 1
Later Mughal Empire
Chapter 2
Marathas (Peshwa)
Chapter 3
Carnatic Wars
Chapter 4
Economic, social, and cultural policies of the British
Chapter 5
Newspapers and periodicals
chapter 6
Social and religious movements
Chapter 7
Revolt of 1857
Chapter 8
Urban and tribal revolts
Chapter 9
Peasant, worker, and left-wing movements
Chapter 10
Indian National Congress
Chapter 11
Muslim League
Chapter 12
Revolutionary activities
Chapter 13
Home Rule League
Chapter 14
Gandhian Phase, Khilafat, and Non-Cooperation Movements
Chapter 15
Simon Commission and Nehru Report
Chapter 16
Civil Disobedience Movement and Gandhi-Irwin Pact
Chapter 17
Round Table Conferences
Chapter 18
Provincial Elections
Chapter 19
Cripps Mission and Quit India Movement
Chapter 20
Wavell Plan and Shimla Conference
Chapter 21
Cabinet Mission, Constituent Assembly, and Interim Government
Chapter 22
Mountbatten Plan and Constitutional Development in India
Chapter 23
Governors-General and Their Functions
Chapter 24
Other Important Facts