1.1.3 - What is colonial?
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What is colonialism?
💡 Hint: Think about how countries ruled over others in the past.
Name one way in which British rule changed Indian society.
💡 Hint: Consider the types of food or drinks people began consuming.
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What is colonization?
💡 Hint: Consider historical examples where one country established dominance over another.
True or False? The British introduced tea drinking to India on a specific date.
💡 Hint: Think about how habits form.
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Critique the methods historians use to understand the complexities of colonialism in India. Discuss the challenges they face and suggest solutions to address these limitations.
💡 Hint: Think about what tools or sources historians can use that extend beyond official records.
Compare and contrast the concept of periodisation by James Mill and modern historians. Discuss the implications of using religious identities versus socio-economic factors in categorizing Indian history.
💡 Hint: Consider why modern context may give a richer understanding of society.
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