Question

When did the transition from the Medieval to the Modern Period begin in India?

Answer 1

It is always difficult to put a date for the start of medieval or modern era, because these are named not for marking a particular event but to indicate the change in the trend in all aspects (political, social and economical etc)

In India’s case, the start of modern era are with these changes.

Political: Imperialism(Small traditional states) to Colonialism.

Social: From a orthodox society based on blind superstitious beliefs to westernization of ideas, belief and understanding(Social Reform Movement) .

Economic: From being a independent economy to becoming a subordinate of British economy.

The period which saw these trends was the start of Modern era.

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This is for my friend Imran.

Political changes : Roughly between 1600 - 1757 (Battle of Plassey)

Social changes : This is quite late around 1800–1870

Economic changes : Mostly after India became a raw material exporter and finished goods importer. around 1870 - 1947....