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The Zamindars and Chieftains of Mughal Bengal in the 17th Century
(University of North Bengal, 2023-03) Sarkar, Prakash
The 17th century marked a significant period in the history of Mughal Bengal, characterized by the complex interplay between the Mughal administration and local power structures. This paper examines the role of zamindars and chieftains in the socio-political and economic landscape of Mughal Bengal during this period. It explores their relationship with the Mughal state, their administrative functions, and their contributions to the agrarian economy. The study highlights the dual role of zamindars as both intermediaries and autonomous rulers, shedding light on their influence in shaping the region’s history.
Understanding Communalism and Partition of India: Caricature in Print Media in Bengal (1906-1947)
(University of North Bengal, 2023-03) Mandal, Nimai
An important part of Indian history was shaped by the roots of communal politics and violence in pre-independence India. Various perspectives have been taken on communalism, including views of it as a distorted consciousness, an unavoidable primal reality, or the product of vested interest-based politics. In Bengal, there were two significant communities: Muslims and Hindus. While these two communities had developed in somewhat different ways in terms of education, society, and economics, even though, on paper, they had been living in harmony for decades, there was a constant sense of hatred and hate within them. This study examines cartoons, a type of visual art that uses caricature to portray themes of communalism and possible separation in light-hearted ways. The study examines a few cartoons linked to the conflicting ideologies that tore apart the Indian subcontinent in the years leading up to 1947.
Udasi Sect and Its Popularity- A Study of Revenue-Free Grants in Punjab (Late Eighteenth and Early Nineteenth Century)
(University of North Bengal, 2023-03) Nagpal, Meera
The mainstream Sikh faith attracted a lot of state patronage but Udāsīs, an Order of Sikhs, was also very popular and attracted generous endowments. The udāsīs made an appearance on the scene of Sikh history before the end of the sixteenth century and consisted of various celibate ascetic Orders within the Sikh community. Establishments of the above-mentioned sect were known by different terms, akhārās, derās, darbārs, samādhs and dharamsālas. The present paper deals with the study of growing popularity of udāsīs by way of study of revenue-free grants in the Punjab during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century and is largely based on documentary evidence, related to the revenue-free land grants, which was collected by the British administrators after the annexation of the Punjab in 1849 and this primary data is available at National Archives of India, New Delhi, in form of Foreign/Political Proceedings.
Upendra Nath Barman: Redefining the caste Identity of the Rajbanshi in Contemporary Bengal (1910-1961)
(University of North Bengal, 2023) Barman, Mampi
Upendra Nath Barman was the caste leader of the Rajbanshi community in North Bengal and worked with Panchanan Barma to establish the caste identity of the Rajbanshi community. His activities as a successor of Panchanan Barma helped to uplift the social and economic status of the Rajbanshi community. This article tries to understand the role of Upendra Nath Barman in establishing the Kshatriya identity of the Rajbanshi community.
Leprosy and Lepers in Bengal: A Brief Study of Social Impact in the Nineteenth Century
(University of North Bengal, 2023-03) Chowdhury, Chanchal
In the nineteenth century, a proper and sure medical system for leprosy was not discovered. The disease did not cause death to the affected but became a curse for both the patient and his or her entire family. In the society of Bengal, many imaginary narratives were in vogue for the causes of leprosy. The colonial government at times collected data about the spread of the disease in the country but did not assess its overall impact on society. Nor did they facilitate the medical treatment, proper shelter, or social rehabilitation for the leprosy patients. The activities of the Christian missionaries and native philanthropists were insufficient. Thousands of lepers travelled across the province, asking for alms. Society possessed a sense of hatred towards the leprosy-affected person and their families, which brought about a social crisis in Bengal.