On the banks of the river Ganges. (Image courtesy of Rana Banerjee.)
Instructor(s)
Prof. Haimanti Roy
MIT Course Number
21H.571
As Taught In
Fall 2006
Level
Undergraduate
Course Description
Course Description
Survey of Indian civilization from 2500 BC to present-day. Traces major political events as well as economic, social, ecological, and cultural developments. Primary and secondary readings enhance understanding of this unique civilization, and shape and improve understanding in analyzing and interpreting historical data. Examines major thematic debates in Indian history through class discussion.