Modern Indian Historiography

Description: This quiz covers the topic of Modern Indian Historiography, exploring the various perspectives and approaches that have shaped our understanding of India's history.
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Who is considered the father of modern Indian historiography?

  1. James Mill

  2. William Jones

  3. Ramdhari Singh Dinkar

  4. Rajendra Prasad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

James Mill's "History of British India" (1817) is widely regarded as a pioneering work in modern Indian historiography, establishing a framework for understanding India's history from a colonial perspective.

Which Indian historian is known for his work on the economic history of India?

  1. R.C. Majumdar

  2. D.D. Kosambi

  3. Bipan Chandra

  4. Romila Thapar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

D.D. Kosambi's "An Introduction to the Study of Indian History" (1956) is a seminal work in Indian economic history, focusing on the material conditions and class struggles that shaped India's past.

Which historian is associated with the "Cambridge School" of Indian historiography?

  1. Eric Stokes

  2. C.H. Philips

  3. Percival Spear

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eric Stokes, C.H. Philips, and Percival Spear were prominent members of the "Cambridge School" of Indian historiography, which emphasized the study of social and economic factors in Indian history.

Who wrote the book "Discovery of India"?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  3. Mahatma Gandhi

  4. B.R. Ambedkar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru's "Discovery of India" (1946) is a comprehensive historical account of India, written during his imprisonment during the Indian independence movement.

Which historian is known for his work on the history of the Indian National Congress?

  1. Bipan Chandra

  2. R.C. Majumdar

  3. Tarachand

  4. K.M. Panikkar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bipan Chandra's "India's Struggle for Independence" (1987) is a detailed study of the history of the Indian National Congress and its role in the Indian independence movement.

Who is considered the founder of the "Subaltern Studies" school of historiography?

  1. Ranajit Guha

  2. Gyan Prakash

  3. Partha Chatterjee

  4. Dipesh Chakrabarty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ranajit Guha is credited with founding the "Subaltern Studies" school of historiography, which focuses on the experiences and perspectives of marginalized groups in Indian history.

Which historian is known for his work on the history of the Indian peasantry?

  1. Eric Stokes

  2. D.D. Kosambi

  3. Bipan Chandra

  4. R.C. Majumdar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

D.D. Kosambi's "The Agrarian System in Ancient India" (1956) is a pioneering work on the history of the Indian peasantry, examining their role in shaping India's economic and social development.

Who wrote the book "Towards Freedom"?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. B.R. Ambedkar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru's "Towards Freedom" (1941) is a memoir of his experiences in the Indian independence movement, providing insights into the political and social developments of the time.

Which historian is associated with the "Marxist School" of Indian historiography?

  1. Bipan Chandra

  2. R.C. Majumdar

  3. Tarachand

  4. K.M. Panikkar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bipan Chandra is a prominent historian associated with the "Marxist School" of Indian historiography, which emphasizes the role of class struggle and economic factors in shaping India's history.

Who is known for his work on the history of the Indian working class?

  1. Eric Stokes

  2. D.D. Kosambi

  3. Bipan Chandra

  4. R.C. Majumdar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bipan Chandra's "The Rise and Growth of the Indian Working Class" (1966) is a comprehensive study of the history of the Indian working class, examining its origins, development, and struggles.

Which historian is known for his work on the history of the Indian caste system?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. Louis Dumont

  3. Andre Beteille

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

M.N. Srinivas, Louis Dumont, and Andre Beteille are all renowned historians who have conducted extensive research and published works on the history of the Indian caste system.

Who wrote the book "The Indian War of Independence"?

  1. Vincent Smith

  2. William Dalrymple

  3. John Keay

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vincent Smith's "The Indian War of Independence" (1918) is a detailed account of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, providing insights into the causes, events, and consequences of this pivotal uprising.

Which historian is known for his work on the history of the Indian Ocean?

  1. K.N. Chaudhuri

  2. Ashin Das Gupta

  3. Sanjay Subrahmanyam

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

K.N. Chaudhuri, Ashin Das Gupta, and Sanjay Subrahmanyam are all prominent historians who have conducted extensive research and published works on the history of the Indian Ocean.

Who wrote the book "The Great Rebellion"?

  1. Vincent Smith

  2. William Dalrymple

  3. John Keay

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vincent Smith's "The Great Rebellion" (1908) is a comprehensive study of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, providing a detailed account of the events and their impact on Indian history.

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