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Top Historian Decodes India’s Colonial Past | Manu Pillai Part 2

Jan 15, 2024
Manu Pillai, a best selling author and historian specializing in Indian history, talks about the era of Mughals, the empire of The East India Company, cultural imperialism of the British, the change in Indian society due to British rule, the creation of a bad image about Indians, significance of Maharajas and princely states, living as a senior British official in India, the concept of India and Pakistan, India's contribution to World Wars, and the impact of colonialism on Indian history.
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Quick takeaways

  • The British employed psychological colonialism to portray Indians as inferior and justify their dominance.
  • The Mughal Empire had limited interest in Europe, emphasizing its self-assuredness and strong identity.

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Effects of Colonialism on Indian Identity

Colonialism not only had a physical presence in India through British rule, but it also had a psychological impact on the Indian population. The British influenced the narrative of India, often portraying Indians as inferior or incapable. This imperial mindset was driven by the need to justify their presence and portray themselves as superior. As a result, Indians were often depicted as ignorant or involved in interreligious conflicts. This psychological colonialism aimed to establish British dominance and reinforce their power over the Indian population.

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