The Hartog Committee: A Bold Blueprint for India’s Educational Future (1929) Introduction The Hartog Committee was formed in 1929. It was one of those moments in the timeline that made a difference in education reform history in British India. This committee is named after Sir Philip Hartog, who accepted the challenge to review the Indian … Read more
The Extremist – Unyielding Spirits: The Extremist Struggle for Freedom (1905-1920) The time period was 1905-1920, a period of radical change and turmoil around the world, marked by revolution, world war, and the rise of extreme ideologies. Interpretation of “extremist” in this period can be derived in political terms, social terms, and cultural terms. This … Read more
Swadeshi Movement – Empowering India: The Spirit of Swadeshi Awakens 1905-1911 Swadeshi Movement was one of the most significant socio-political movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its primary objective was to establish self-rule and fight against the already established British colonial rule. This was a result of economic exploitation and cultural imperialism. … Read more
Socio-Religious Reforms: A Historical Perspective (19th and 20th centuries) Introduction Socio-religious reforms have been one of the fundamental shaping forces in societies. They mostly arise to replace social injustice, religious dogma, and those customary cultural practices that have become old-fashioned and oppressive. This essay looks at the various socio-religious reforms across cultures and time, tracing … Read more
Chains Broken: The Unyielding Spirit of Peasant Movements Through Time 19th Century Background A peasant movement has perhaps been one of the most important factors to shape society for centuries. These movements, rooted on socio-economic grievances, political disenfranchisement, and cultural oppression, exemplify the struggle of agrarian communities against feudal systems, colonial power, and oppressive regimes. … Read more
Empowering Minds: The Bold Vision of the Hunter Education Commission 1882-83 The Hunter Education Commission was established in 1882 and concluded its work in 1883. As it suggests, the commission played an extremely significant role in the education policies of British India. It came into existence when there were immense social, political, and educational reforms … Read more
Awakening a Nation: The Pioneering Struggles of the Indian National Congress 1885 Indian National Congress was a significant political movement that articulated India’s stand against British rule. The INC was formed in 1885 and gradually became the most dominant political force carrying the voice of India’s people. This paper examines the early years of the … Read more
Tearing a Nation Apart: The Controversial Partition of Bengal 1905 The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was one of the most significant events in Indian history-one that sparkles with the facets of colonial rule, regional identities, and the forming nationalist movement. This essay will critically analyze the factors behind the partition, its aftermath, and then … Read more