Concise History of Indian Economy: Perspectives on Economy and International Relations,1600s to 2020s

This book provides a concise economic history of India from 1600 to the mobile economy of the twenty-first century, examining political events, social history, and economic developments to showcase how India has navigated its past, present, and future and shaped global events. It covers key themes such as medieval fiscal systems, the British Industrial Revolution, English interventionism, the imperialistic economy, the nationalist movement, the Great Depression, Gandhiism, independence, partition, the World Wars, the inter-war economy, the rise of the dollar, the Cold War, constitutional remedies, nation-building, industrial policies, food security, the Green Revolution, and the power politics of the 1970s. It offers a lucid and insightful narrative of how the economy unfolded in India and will interest readers of Indian history, economic history, South Asian history, and other general readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book provides a concise economic history of India, spanning from 1600 to the mobile economy of the twenty-first century. It delves into political events, social history, and economic developments across the world, showcasing how India has navigated its economic past, present, and future, and shaped events that have controlled the Indian economy for years. The book covers a wide range of essential themes, including:

Medieval fiscal systems and the European surge in India: Examining the economic systems that prevailed in India during the medieval period and the impact of the European exploration and trade that led to the establishment of colonial rule.

The impact of the British Industrial Revolution on India: Analyzing how the British Industrial Revolution transformed India's economy, introducing new technologies, industrialization, and urbanization.

English interventionism and policies: Discussing the policies and interventions of the British government in India, including the establishment of the East India Company and the policies of free trade and imperialism.

The imperialistic economy and its impact: Exploring the economic structures and policies that characterized the imperialistic era in India, including the exploitation of resources, the growth of colonial empires, and the impact on local economies and societies.

Indian economy and nationalist movement in the nineteenth and early-twentieth century: Tracing the economic developments and the nationalist movement in India during the nineteenth and early-twentieth century, including the struggle for independence from British rule and the establishment of a democratic government.

The Great Depression and its global consequences: Examining the global economic crisis of the Great Depression and its impact on India, including the economic policies adopted by the Indian government and the social and political consequences of the crisis.

Gandhiism and 'mass nationalism': Discussing the philosophy of nonviolence and 'mass nationalism' advocated by Mahatma Gandhi and its impact on the Indian economy and society.

Independence and Partition: Analyzing the economic and political consequences of India's independence from British rule and the partition of the country into two dominions, India and Pakistan.

The impact of the World Wars: Discussing the economic and political impact of the World Wars on India, including the impact of war-related spending, the emergence of new industries, and the changes in international relations.

The inter-war economy: Examining the economic developments and policies in India during the inter-war period, including the economic policies of the Indian government, the growth of industries, and the emergence of a middle class.

The rise of the dollar and other key global trends: Analyzing the rise of the dollar as a global currency and its impact on India's economy, including the trade relations between India and the United States and the emergence of new economic policies.

The Cold War and India: Discussing the geopolitical tensions and conflicts between India and the United States during the Cold War era, including the impact of Cold War policies on India's economy, foreign policy, and social development.

Constitutional remedies, nation-building, and industrial policies: Examining the economic policies and reforms implemented by the Indian government after independence, including the establishment of a socialist-inspired economic system, the introduction of industrialization, and the development of a mixed economy.

Food security, the Green Revolution, and the power politics of the 1970s: Discussing the challenges of food security in India and the introduction of the Green Revolution, which aimed to increase agricultural productivity and improve food availability.

Liberalization, privatization, and globalization in the 1990s: Analyzing the economic policies and reforms introduced by the Indian government in the 1990s, including the liberalization of the economy, the privatization of state-owned enterprises, and the integration of India into the global economy.

The economy of war and peace, India–China relations, and current trends in political economy: Discussing the economic implications of conflicts and wars, including the economic impact of the India–Pakistan conflict, the India–China border dispute, and the current trends in political economy in India.

The book offers a lucid and insightful narrative of how the economy unfolded in India. It is a valuable resource for readers interested in Indian history, economic history, South Asian history, and other general readers. The book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of India's economic development, offering insights into the factors

This comprehensive book provides a concise economic history of India, spanning from 1600 to the mobile economy of the twenty-first century. It delves into political events, social history, and economic developments across the world, showcasing how India has navigated its economic past, present, and future, and shaped events that have controlled the Indian economy for years. The book covers a wide range of essential themes, including:

Medieval fiscal systems and the European surge in India: Examining the economic systems that prevailed

The impact of the British Industrial Revolution on India: Analyzing how the British Industrial Revolution transformed India's economy, introducing new technologies, industrialization, and urbanization.

English interventionism and policies: Discussing the policies and interventions of the British government in India, including the establishment of the East India Company and the policies of free trade and imperialism.

The imperialistic economy and its impact: Exploring the economic structures and policies that characterized the imperialistic era in India, including the exploitation of resources, the growth of colonial empires, and the impact on local economies and societies.

Indian economy and nationalist movement in the nineteenth and early-twentieth century: Tracing the economic developments and the nationalist movement in India during the nineteenth and early-twentieth century, including the struggle for independence from British rule, and the establishment of a democratic government.

The Great Depression and its global consequences: Examining the global economic crisis of the Great Depression and its impact on India, including the economic policies adopted by the Indian government and the social and political consequences of the crisis.

Gandhiism and 'mass nationalism': Discussing the philosophy of nonviolence and 'mass nationalism' advocated by Mahatma Gandhi and its impact on the Indian economy and society.

Independence and Partition: Analyzing the economic and political consequences of India's independence from British rule and the partition of the country into two dominions, India and Pakistan.

The impact of the World Wars: Discussing the economic and political impact of the World Wars on India, including the impact of war-related spending, the emergence of new industries, and the changes in international relations.

The inter-war economy: Examining the economic developments and policies in India during the inter-war period, including the economic policies of the Indian government, the growth of industries, and the emergence of a middle class.

The rise of the dollar and other key global trends: Analyzing the rise of the dollar as a global currency and its impact on India's economy, including the trade relations between India and the United States and the emergence of new economic policies.

The Cold War and India: Discussing the geopolitical

This comprehensive book provides a concise economic history of India, spanning from 1600 to the mobile economy of the twenty-first century. It delves into political events, social history, and economic developments across the world, showcasing how India has navigated its economic past, present, and future, and shaped events that have controlled the Indian economy for years. The book covers a wide range of essential themes, including:

Medieval fiscal systems and the European surge in India: Examining the economic systems that prevailed in India during the medieval period and the impact of the European exploration and trade that led to the establishment of colonial rule.

The impact of the British Industrial Revolution on India: Analyzing how the British Industrial Revolution transformed India's economy, introducing new technologies, industrialization, and urbanization.

English interventionism and policies: Discussing the policies and interventions of the British government in India, including the establishment of the East India Company and the policies of free trade and imperialism.

The imperialistic economy and its impact: Exploring the economic structures and policies that characterized the imperialistic era in India, including the exploitation of resources, the growth of colonial empires, and the impact on local economies and societies.

Indian economy and nationalist movement in the nineteenth and early-twentieth century: Tracing the economic developments and the nationalist movement in India during the nineteenth and early-twentieth century, including the struggle for independence from British rule and the establishment of a democratic government.

The Great Depression and its global consequences: Examining the global economic crisis of the Great Depression and its impact on India, including the economic policies adopted by the Indian government and the social and political consequences of the crisis.

Gandhiism and 'mass nationalism': Discussing the philosophy of nonviolence and 'mass nationalism' advocated by Mahatma Gandhi and its impact on the Indian economy and society.

Independence and Partition: Analyzing the economic and political consequences of India's independence from British rule and the partition of the country into two dominions, India and Pakistan.

The impact of the World Wars: Discussing the economic and political impact of the World Wars on India, including the impact of war-related spending, the emergence of new industries, and the changes in international relations.

The inter-war economy: Examining the economic developments and policies in India during the inter-war period, including the economic policies of the Indian government, the growth of industries, and the emergence of a middle class.

The rise of the dollar and other key global trends: Analyzing the rise of the dollar as a global currency and its impact on India's economy, including the trade relations between India and the United States and the emergence of new economic policies.

The Cold War and India: Discussing the geopolitical tensions and conflicts between India and the United States during the Cold War era, including the impact of Cold War policies on India's economy, foreign policy, and social development.

Constitutional remedies, nation-building, and industrial policies: Examining the economic policies and reforms implemented by the Indian government after independence, including the establishment of a socialist-inspired economic system, the introduction of industrialization, and the development of a mixed economy.

Food security, the Green Revolution, and the power politics of the 1970s: Discussing the challenges of food security in India and the introduction of the Green Revolution, which aimed to increase agricultural productivity and improve food availability.

Liberalization, privatization, and globalization in the 1990s: Analyzing the economic policies and reforms introduced by the Indian government in the 1990s, including the liberalization of the economy, the privatization of state-owned enterprises, and the integration of India into the global economy.

The economy of war and peace, India–China relations, and current trends in political economy: Discussing the economic implications of conflicts and wars, including the economic impact of the India–Pakistan conflict, the India–China border dispute, and the current trends in political economy in India.

The book offers a lucid and insightful narrative of how the economy unfolded in India. It is a valuable resource for readers interested in Indian history, economic history, South Asian history, and other general readers. The book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of India's economic development, offering insights into the

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032344256