Modern Indian History

British Conquest of India : Mysore, Hyderabad, Carnatic with my friend Wapnil

In this episode I talk about the British Conquest of India and focus on Battle of Plassey (1757) and Battle of Buxar (1764) and their effects on the politics of India.

I talk about the Portuguese, English, and French States in India and how they emerged in the 16th Century. We also talk about Black Holes.

I talk about the Historical Sources and how they are used for the study of History.

I talk about the Maratha Empire and the Kingdom of Mysore of 18th century. Peshwa Bajirao, Hyder Ali, Tipu Sultan and others.