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MHI-05: HISTORY OF INDIAN ECONOMY
Course Code: MHI-05
Assignment Code: MHI-05/AST/ TMA/2023-2024
Total Marks: 100
Note: Attempt any five questions. The assignment is divided into two Sections ‘A’ and ‘B’. You
have to attempt at least two questions from each section in about 500 words each. All
questions carry equal marks.
SECTION A
1 In what ways did the post-1950s ancient Indian economic historical writings
represent a departure from early 20th century historical writings? 20
2. Enumerate the chief characteristic features of the Harappan cities. 20
3. Discuss the nature of Roman trade in India. What was its long term impact? 20
4.How was the craft production organized during the medieval period? 20
5. Write short notes on any two of the following. Answer in about 250 words each.
10+10
i) Impact of seasons on economy
i) Merchant Guilds
ii) Pariharas or Immunities
iii) Balutedars
SECTION B
6. Give a historiographical assessment of the Oceanic trade. Evaluate Van Leur’s
hypothesis of ‘peddling trade’. 20
7. Critically analyse the pattern of communication network during the medieval
period. 20
8. Briefly discuss the recent researches on De -industrialisation debate. 20
9. Discuss the colonial policy towards science education in India. 20
10. Write short notes on any two of the following. Answer in about 250 words each.
10+10
i) Mughal Artillery
ii) Permanent Settlement
iii) Forest Economies in Colonial India
iv) Globalisatio
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