Unlock the captivating modern history of South Asia through a unique, regional lens. This pivotal book illuminates the Indian subcontinent’s development from the 18th century onwards, focusing on local and thematic perspectives rather than solely European ones. Explore critical themes like state formation, economic transformations, and cultural evolution, with detailed insights into India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Essential for students of South Asian history, scholars, and readers keen to understand the region’s complex journey and its people’s experiences.