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Agrarian Society in Awadh: Structure and Change under the Pre-Colonial Regimes, c.1595-1856
0Unravel the agrarian backbone of pre-colonial Awadh with this essential study. Journey through centuries (c.1595-1856) to understand the evolving structure and societal changes within this vital Indian region. The book meticulously examines land revenue systems, social hierarchies, and the lives of cultivators under Mughal and Nawabi administrations. It’s an indispensable resource for students, historians, and researchers keen on deepening their knowledge of Indian economic and social history, offering critical insights into agrarian transformations.
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Awadh From Mughal to Colonial Rule : Studies in the Anatomy of a Transformation
0Uncover the intricate anatomy of Awadh’s transformation under Mughal and Colonial rule. This definitive study meticulously traces Awadh’s journey from a Mughal province to a key player in the 1857 resistance and subsequent colonial era. Explore Mughal administration, the emergence of t’alluqdars, agrarian changes, and the crucial role of religious establishments and figures like Maulavi Ahmadullah Shah. An indispensable read for scholars and enthusiasts of Indian history, offering fresh insights into this pivotal period and its colonial impact.
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Beyond the Chronicles ‘Recovering’ Histories of the Institutions and Families [Persian Documents in India, 17th-19th C.]
0Explore ‘Recovering’ Histories of 17th-19th Century India through rare Persian documents. This essential work, rooted in archival research from the National Archives of India, unveils the complex administrative systems and intimate family chronicles of the Mughal and Nawabi periods. Discover insights into local governance, hereditary offices like Chaudhary and Qanungo, and the evolving fortunes of state-linked institutions. An indispensable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts keen to understand the socio-political fabric of Awadh, Delhi, and beyond, offering a corrective to existing narratives.