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The book explores the profound impact of British colonial rule in India over two centuries, highlighting how it fostered a sense of Indian identity among its people. It examines the legacy of the British Raj, which included significant infrastructure developments like railways and schools, as well as the introduction of a universal language and legal system. The narrative culminates in the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, reflecting on the complexities of colonialism and its lasting effects on the newly independent nations.
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Raj, Lawrence James
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- Raj
- Subtitle
- The Making and Unmaking of British India
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lawrence James
- Publisher
- St. Martins Press-3PL
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 762
- ISBN13
- 9780312263829
- Category
- World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- The book explores the profound impact of British colonial rule in India over two centuries, highlighting how it fostered a sense of Indian identity among its people. It examines the legacy of the British Raj, which included significant infrastructure developments like railways and schools, as well as the introduction of a universal language and legal system. The narrative culminates in the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, reflecting on the complexities of colonialism and its lasting effects on the newly independent nations.