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Ep 367: Swapna Liddle and the Many Shades of Delhi

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

CHAPTER

The Conception of British Rule in Delhi

This chapter discusses the appreciation and understanding of the qualitative difference of British rule in Delhi compared to previous invasions, as well as the impact on Hindu-Muslim relations and the decline of the Muslim elite. It also explores the cultural dynamics of the Mughal emperors and contrasts their inclusive approach with the failures of the East India Company. Additionally, it discusses the disregard for local customs and the consequences of the 1857 mutiny in Delhi.

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