Social background of Indian nationalism / by A. R. Desai

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Economy and culture in pre British India British conquest of India Transformation of Indian agriculture under British Rule Social consequences of transformation of Indian agriculture Decline of town handicrafts Decline of village Artisan industries Rise and development of modern Indian industries Modern means of transport and rise of Indian Nationalism The role of modern education in the development of indian Nationalism Political and administration unification of India under British rule Rise of new social classes in India The role of the press in the development of modern Nationalism Social and religious reform movements as the expression of national democratic awakening Crusade against caste system Crusade against untouchability Movement for the emancipation of women Religious reform movements among Hindu and Muslims Rise of political movements as the expression of Indian Nationalism Problems of nationalities and minorities