The Great Depression of 1929 was one of the most devastating economic crises in modern history, affecting countries across the world. While it originated in the United States with the stock market crash of October 1929, its effects quickly spread, causing widespread unemployment, trade collapse, and financial instability. The economic downturn had severe consequences, not…
Economic crises have historically had far-reaching effects, and the Great Depression of 1929 was no exception. Though it originated in the United States, the economic depression had global consequences, affecting colonies like India under British rule. As a colonial economy, India was deeply integrated into the global trade system but had little control over its…
The Uprising of 1857, also known as the First War of Indian Independence, marked a significant turning point in Indian history. The rebellion, which began as a revolt among Indian soldiers (sepoys) in the British East India Company’s army, soon escalated into a widespread and multifaceted struggle against British rule. While the immediate causes of…