Question

develop a speech by James mill supporting his views and the criteria for periodiasation of history​

Answer 1

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Answer: In 1817, James Mill, a Scottish economist and a political philosopher, published A History of British India in three volumes. He divided Indian history into three periods—Hindu, Muslim and British.

Explanation:

He divided Indian history into three periods—Hindu, Muslim and British. It has been argued by many historians that it is not correct to periodise Indian history on the basis of religion of the rulers.

James Mill has divided Indian history into three periods… According to Mill before the British came to India, Hindu and Muslim dictators ruled the country. ... Mill felt that only the British could bring enlightenment and happiness to the Indians by refining them.

Answer 2

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• I believe that Indian history should be divided into three period- hindu, Muslim and British period.their periodisation is based on the religion of the rulers. I am convinced that India was a backward nation.it was marked by despotic rulers, religious rulers, religious intolerance, caste tabooks and superstitious practices .india needed to adopt Western education,laws and institution to improve their backward condition.