Modern Indian history is a period from the late 18th century to the present day. It encompasses the decline of the Mughal Empire and rise of British colonial rule, the Indian independence movement, and the nation’s journey towards freedom, democracy and development.
- Evolution of Modern India & Emergence of Nationalism: Intellectual awakening; Press; Western education. Socio- religious reforms during 19th century: various leaders and institutions.
- The Freedom Struggle & Indian National Movement– its various stages, streams and important contributors, contributions from different parts of the country.
- Post-independence Nation Building: The linguistic reorganisation of the states, Institutional building during Nehruvian age, Development of science and technology.