Political economy of Colonial and Post-Colonial India

• Publisher: ADITYA PRAKASHAN Indological Publishers & Booksellers

• Language: English

• Edition: 2022

• ISBN: 9789355721808

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About the Book

This book offers a critical analysis of the political economy during both the colonial and post-colonial periods of India, focusing on the debates surrounding the transition between the two. It delves into how Britain's economic rise during the Great Divergence was built upon the devastation of India's colonial economy. The author explores the various mechanisms of colonial subjugation that were used to control the Indian economy, including economic exploitation and structural inequalities.

A significant contribution of this work is its examination of the politics between two major classes—the capitalist class and the working class. This political struggle determined which class perspective gained ideological hegemony during India's national movement, influencing the course of the post-colonial Indian state. By studying the ideological underpinnings of these competing classes, the book provides insights into the socio-economic dynamics that shaped India’s transition from colonialism to independence.