Why do many historians refer to the modern period in India as the colonial period? (2 marks)

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Modern Period Colonial Period

It refers to the growth of all the forces of modernity: science, reason, democracy, liberty, and equality

Usually found in the western democracies It refers to the period of subjugation of local nawabs and rulers. Which implies no democracy and the absence of liberty. For example, control over economy and society, and equality.

Found in India

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Modern Period	Colonial Period
It refers to the growth of all the forces of modernity: science, reason, democracy, liberty, and equality Usually found in the western democracies	It refers to the period of subjugation of local nawabs and rulers. Which implies no democracy and the absence of liberty. For example, control over economy and society, and equality. Found in India