Question

How do we periodise ?​

Answer 1

Periodise refers to dividing history/events into different periods or time frame . We may give example of how James Mill divided Indian History into three distinct periods or phases that is Hindu, Muslims and the British period.

Answer 2

Explanation:

It captures the significant features of a particular period and helps us to differentiate it from other periods. James Mill, a Scottish political philosopher and economist, divided Indian history on the basis of religion into three periods namely, Hindu, Muslim and British.