ASST 221
The Making of Modern South Asia: 1750-1950 CE Spring 2014
Division II
Cross-listed HIST 221 / INST 221
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This course will focus on the history of South Asia with the aim of providing an overview of the political and social landscape of the region from the end of the Mughal Empire through British colonial rule and the Partition of India and Pakistan. We will explore a range of themes including the rise of colonialism, nationalism, religion, caste, gender relations, and the emergence of modern social and political institutions on the subcontinent. In addition to reading key texts and primary sources on the specific themes, the course will also involve regular screenings and discussions on important, related films.
The Class: Format: lecture/discussion
Limit: 40
Expected: 20-25
Class#: 3966
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation: class participation, map quizzes, response papers (2 pages), short paper (6-8 pages), final exam
Prerequisites: none; open to all
Distributions: Division II
Notes: This course is cross-listed and the prefixes carry the following divisional credit:
HIST 221 Division II INST 221 Division II ASST 221 Division II
Attributes: HIST Group B Electives - Asia

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