History of the World

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History of the world will include events from the 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc. — their forms and effect on the society.

2025

1. · Paper Q13 · 2025 · 15 marks · Solution

The French Revolution has enduring relevance to the contemporary world. Explain.

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2024

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How far is it correct to say that the First World War was fought essentially for the preservation of balance of power?

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3. · Paper Q13 · 2024 · 15 marks · Solution

How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?

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2021

4. · Paper Q13 · 2021 · 15 marks · Solution

" There arose a serious challenge to the Democratic State System between the two World Wars." Evaluate the statement.

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2019

5. · Paper Q13 · 2019 · 15 marks · Solution

Explain how the foundations of the modern world were laid by the American and French Revolutions.

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2017

6. · Paper Q4 · 2017 · 10 marks · Solution

What problems are germane to the decolonization process in the Malay Peninsula?

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2016

7. · Paper Q7 · 2016 · 12 marks · Solution

The anti-colonial struggles in West Africa were led by the new elite of Western -educated Africans. Examine.

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2015

8. · Paper Q6 · 2015 · 12 marks · Solution

Why did the industrial revolution first occur in England? Discuss the quality of life of the people there during the industrialization. How does it compare with that in India at present times?

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9. · Paper Q7 · 2015 · 12 marks · Solution

To what extend can Germany be held responsible for causing the two World Wars? Discuss critically.

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