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IGNOU BHIE 142 "History of Modern East Asia: Japan (1868-1945)" are not available. However, I can provide a general overview and key topics that might be covered in a course on the history of modern Japan during the specified period:1. Introduction to Modern Japanese HistoryOverview of major historical events and developments in Japan from the Meiji Restoration (1868) to the end of World War II (1945).Understanding the socio-political, economic, and cultural transformations during this period.2. Meiji Restoration and ModernizationExamination of the Meiji Restoration's objectives, leaders, and impact on Japan's political and social structure.Analysis of efforts to modernize Japan's economy, military, education system, and legal institutions.3. Industrialization and Economic GrowthOverview of Japan's rapid industrialization, urbanization, and technological advancements.Analysis of key industries, such as textiles, steel, shipbuilding, and electrical machinery, driving Japan's economic growth.4. Political Reforms and Modern State BuildingUnderstanding Japan's transition from feudalism to a centralized bureaucratic state.Analysis of political reforms, such as the abolition of the samurai class, the establishment of a constitutional monarchy, and the promulgation of the Meiji Constitution (1889).5. Imperialism and ExpansionismExamination of Japan's territorial expansion and imperialist ambitions in East Asia and the Pacific.Analysis of Japan's wars of aggression, including the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895) and the Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905).6. Social Changes and Cultural TransformationsOverview of social changes, urban culture, and the rise of mass media in modern Japan.Analysis of cultural movements, artistic expressions, and intellectual trends during the Meiji and Taisho periods.7. Taisho Democracy and Political TurmoilUnderstanding the emergence of political parties, parliamentary democracy, and social activism in early 20th-century Japan.Analysis of political assassinations, labor strikes, and social movements challenging the political establishment.8. Military Expansion and MilitarismExamination of Japan's militarization, rise of ultra-nationalism, and the influence of military leaders.Analysis of Japan's invasion of Manchuria (1931) and subsequent involvement in the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945).9. World War II and DefeatOverview of Japan's participation in World War II, including the attack on Pearl Harbor and subsequent Pacific War.Analysis of the impact of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and Japan's surrender in 1945.10. Post-War Occupation and ReconstructionUnderstanding the Allied Occupation of Japan and the subsequent democratization and reconstruction efforts.Analysis of Japan's economic recovery, political reforms, and the emergence of a pacifist constitution.