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Regional and Topical Surveys

HIST 086 India and South Asia

Ludden

Taught as schedule allows (consult the Course Directory)

This introductory survey course focuses on South Asian territories embraced by the British Empire. It explores critical themes in social, political, economic, and cultural history. It seeks to provide a sound basis for understanding contemporary trends. Themes include imperialism, capitalism, nationalism, religious politics, globalization, diaspora, social inequality, and gender.