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Who published A History of British India in 1817, in which he divided Indian history into three periods–Hindu, Muslim, and British?
Who published A History of British India in 1817, in which he divided Indian history into three periods–Hindu, Muslim, and British?
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The correct option is D James Mill
Solution: Option A - James Mill
Explanation:
- James Mill was a Scottish philosopher and economist who published A History of British India. In this work, he divided Indian history into three periods–Hindu, Muslim, and British. This periodisation was widely accepted.
- Mill opined that before the British arrived in India, Hindu and Muslim despotic rulers ruled the country, and that British rule could civilise India.
- He even suggested that the British should capture all Indian territories to ensure the happiness and enlightenment of the Indians.
Solution: Option A - James Mill
Explanation:
- James Mill was a Scottish philosopher and economist who published A History of British India. In this work, he divided Indian history into three periods–Hindu, Muslim, and British. This periodisation was widely accepted.
- Mill opined that before the British arrived in India, Hindu and Muslim despotic rulers ruled the country, and that British rule could civilise India.
- He even suggested that the British should capture all Indian territories to ensure the happiness and enlightenment of the Indians.
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