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This book reviews the turbulent period in the history of India from the advent of the Europeans and the gradual establishment of British rule over India upto the nation’s independence from colonial rule. It also discusses the developments on the socio-economic front, the reform movements, growth of the press, progress of education, besides the economic impact of British rule and the British administrative policies. It also briefly examines the challenges faced by the country immediately after independence and the notable developments that have taken place under the various governments brought to power by the people exercising their vote. This revised edition incorporates new information relating to various tribal movements, constitutional developments, workers? movements, and personalities associated with the freedom movement. In this book is a selection of articles on topics of interest in Indian Polity and Indian Economy. The articles are precise and analytical, and approach the topics from several angles to give as complete a picture as possible. These are widely debated topics and will be useful to students of the subjects, especially from the point of view of recent developments. The topics will be of special use to candidates of the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination and for the interview.