Discuss briefly the different causes of decline of the small cities during the British rule.

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Why is the period from 1830 to 1857 known as the period of Delhi renaissance?

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Briefly describe the events occurring in Delhi immediately after partition and how they changed Delhi's social environment.

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Compare the view in fig b with that in fig a. Write a paragraph on what the changes depicted in the pictures might have meant to people living in the area.
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Imagine that you are a young man living in Shahjahanabad in 1700. Based on the description of the area in this chapter, write an account of your activities during one day of your life.

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Find out the history of the town you live in or any town near by. Check when and how it grew and how it has changed over the years. You could look at the history of the bazaars, the buildings, cultural institutions and settlements.

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Make a list of at least ten occupations in the city, town or village to which you belong and find out how long they have existed. What does this tell you about the changes within this area?

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How were urban centres administrated?

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