Question

What is the problem with the periodisation of Indian history that James Mill offers?

Answer 1

Explanation:

• Any information or proof of any decision can be read/used from the preserved documents. The preserved documents reveal the progress made by country in the past. One can study the notes and reports which were prepared in the past.

Answer 2

Answer:

The problem with the periodisation of Indian history by James Mill is that he divided the Indian history into Hindu, Muslim and the British period. It has been argued by many historians that it is not correct to periodise the Indian history on the basis of religion of the rulers.