India and the World Economy: 1850-1950

This volume, part of the 'Debates in Indian History and Society' series, recounts traditional debates on some important questions regarding the place of India in the world economy in the period of late capitalism, high imperialism, and colonialism. It focuses on the interweaving and mutually reinforcing contexts of colonialism and globalization and also offers refreshing new perspectives on an important field of historical inquiry with continuing contemporary relevance.