Modern History Book for UPSC

Prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Examination with our comprehensive and meticulously crafted Modern Indian History Notes. Designed by Edukemy experts and endorsed by successful candidates, our study material is tailored to meet the specific requirements of the UPSC syllabus.

1. Early Historical Periods:

• Onset Of British Empire
• Decline of Mughal Empire
• Later Mughals
• Geographical Exploration & Colonisation by Europe

2. Colonial Rule and Regional Kingdoms:

• Portuguese, Dutch, British, and French East India Companies
• Carnatic Wars
• Emergence of Regional Kingdoms (Bengal, Awadh, Marathas, etc.)

3. Socio-Religious Reforms:

• Introduction of Socio-Religious Reform Movements
• Key Reformers (Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Shri Narayana Guru, etc.)
• Characteristics and Significance of Reform Movements

4. Administrative and Land Systems:

• Evolution of Civil Services, Police, Judiciary, and Army during British rule
• Various Land Settlement Systems (Permanent, Ryotwari, Mahalwari)

5. Movements and Struggles:

• Civil Rebellions and Tribal Uprisings
• Caste Movements and Leaders (Jyotiba Phule, Ambedkar, etc.)
• Peasant Movements and Famine Commissions

6. Nationalism and Independence:

• Revolt of 1857 (Causes, Leaders, Consequences)
• Rise of Political Movements and the Indian National Congress
• Gandhi’s Era and Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India Movements

7. Post-Independence and Miscellaneous:

• Independence & Partition (Events, Acts, Leaders)
• Rise of Communalism
• Contributions of Indians and Foreigners in the Freedom Struggle

Modern Indian History UPSC Notes encompass all crucial topics, events, and personalities from the pre-independence era to contemporary times, ensuring you don’t miss any vital aspect of this subject. Prepare thoroughly and excel in your UPSC Civil Services Examination.

1. 2 Prelims Test
2. 1 Mains Test (No Evaluation)
3. Mains PYQ (2013-2022) - Modern History