ECC2500 - Imperialism and development in Asia

Offered

Not offered in 2007

Synopsis

The economic impact of British rule in India since the early nineteenth century, with some broad references to other regions, where useful. Themes include the history of famine; caste, religion and economic development; modern and traditional entrepreneurship; economic exploitation; destruction of handicrafts; the impact of international capitalism; agricultural growth and economic diversification.

Assessment

Written (3000-word essay): 40%
Examination (2 hours): 60%

Contact hours

Three contact hours per week

Prerequisites

ECC1000 and one of ECC1100 or ECC2100 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ECC3500, ECC4350