Practice - Bernier and the “Degenerate” East
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Practice Questions
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What is crown ownership of land?
💡 Hint: Think about who controls the land.
Define social hierarchy in the context of Bernier's observations.
💡 Hint: It relates to how Bernier described classes of people.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What was Bernier's main critique of the Mughal Empire?
💡 Hint: Consider what aspect of life he focused on most.
True or False: Bernier viewed Indian cities as prosperous and thriving.
💡 Hint: Think about his perspective on the economic status.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate Bernier's critique of Mughal land policies and its implications for future governance structures in colonial India.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the historical outcomes of such critiques.
Analyze the social realities in Mughal India that Bernier may have oversimplified in his accounts.
💡 Hint: Think about how his views fit into larger historiographical debates.
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