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M.A History Syllabus Part II In 2022

M.A History Syllabus Part II In 2022

M.A History Syllabus Part II Of 2022

Introduction:

History manages the record of the past. Be that as it may, it isn’t only a plain record yet rather the development, translation and assessment of the past, which is the topic of history. As the past, present and what’s to come are inseparably connected, the significance of history can’t be denied. The genuine spread of authentic information is thusly a pre-essential for a country’s turn of events. That is the explanation that from antiquated occasions, the instructing of history at all levels has stayed a basic piece of the educational programs of the Universities. In the University of the Punjab, M.A History Syllabus was first presented in 1933. Since its presentation, 75% of a century prior, this M.A History Syllabus were altered at various occasions. In any case, for various years, the need had been felt to totally survey the Program and update M.A History Syllabus as indicated by the changing needs of the time and as indicated by the advanced instructing learning methodologies.

2. Aims and Objectives:

M.A History Syllabus Part II

List Of Part II Subjects

There will be five specialized groups of courses and the candidates will select any one of the following groups :

Thesis:

A student with the approval of the Board of Studies in History may opt for writing a thesis in lieu of two courses of the group, he/she has selected. Only those students shall be eligible to apply for theses who have either obtained First Division in B.A. examination or First Division in the subject of history in B.A. examination or got at least 55% marks in M.A. History Part-I Examination. A candidate who is permitted to write thesis shall be required to select his/her topic of research in the area or group she/he has opted for in M.A. Part-II or in any of the courses studied in M.A. Part-I.

GROUP A_ INDO-PAKISTAN HISTORY GROUP

Course HIS/601

Ancient India

1. Brief Description:

The course deals with the pre-Muslim period of Indo-Pakistan history. It deals with the Indus Valley Civilization and its landmarks and then also focuses on the origin and development of three important religions of the world: Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. It also discusses religio-political history and social conditions of the people of this period.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

Course HIS/602

MUSLIM RULE IN INDIA (712-1526)

1. Brief Description:

The course deals with the foundation of Muslim rule and the political and administrative developments in the Delhi Sultanate. The course alsofocuses on the political theories of the Sultan, coupled with their administrative styles and socio-religious ideas.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

 1. Sources:

  1. Conquest of Sind, Arab Rule and Administration.
  2. The Slave Dynasty: Qutb-ud-Din Aibek, Consolidation of Muslim power under Iltutmish, his character, achievements; Razia Sultana, Nasir-ud-Din Mahmud; Balban: his theory of Kingship and principles of Government, Mongol invasions, administrative reforms and estimate of Balban.
  3. The Khaljis: Khalji Revolution and its significance, Jalal-ud-Din Khalji: conquests, achievements and character. Ala ud Din Khalji: conquests, Mongol policy; Military and Civil administration, economic reforms, Deccan Policy, his viewes regarding state and religion; character and estimate. Qutbud-Din Mubarak Shah. Khusrau Khan and end of the Khalji dynasty.
  4. The Tughluqs: Ghias-ud-Din Tughluq: consolidation of the Sultanate, reforms, character, causes of his death. Muhammad Bin Tughluq: His projects, religious views and relations with Ulema and Mashaikh, conquests, views of the contemporary writers, his estimate. Firuz Shah: Administrative reforms, rebellions, his estimate as a man and as a King. Disintegration of the Tughluq dynasty. Amir Timur’s Invasion and its Impact.21
  5. The Sayyids: The Political conditions in Indo-Pakistan in the early fifteenth century, Khizr Khan and his efforts to establish himself, character. Mubarak Shah and his achievements, fall of the Sayyid dynasty.
  6. The Lodhis: Early career of Bahlul Lodhi, his struggle with Sharqi dynasty of Jaunpur, conquests, an estimate; Sikandar Lodhi and the consolidation of the Delhi Sultanate, administrative reforms and his estimate. Ibrahim Lodhi, his conflict with Umara, his character; first Battle of Panipat;
  7. Causes of the downfall of the Delhi Sultanate. Relations of the Delhi Sultans with the Abbasid Caliphate; Mongol invasions and their impact; Socio-economic conditions,.
  8. Administration and Culture: Central and provincial administration; judicial system; Army Organization, Economic System; Trade and Commerce, Art and Architecture, Literature, Education, Relations of Delhi Sultans with nonMuslims; the role of Sufis of Chistia and Suharwardiya orders during the Sultanate period.

Course HIS/603

The Great Mughals (1526-1707)

1. Brief Description:

The course focuses on an in-depth study of the Mughal rule. The policies pursued by different monarchs and their impact will be dealt with in detail. This course will also discuss the administrative and cultural advancements made during the Mughal rule.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

4.Sources:

5.BABUR:

His career in Central Asia, His rivals: Shaibani Khan, Ubaidullah Uzbek; social, economic and political conditions of the Indo-Pakistan sub-continent on the eve of Babur’s invasion, the First Battle of Panipat. and its significance, his other conquests in India, his character, study of Tuzuk-i-Baburi.

6. HAMAYUN :

His difficulties, relations with Rajputs, wars with Bahadur Shah and Sher Khan, battles of Chausa and Qanauj, exile and re-conquest of India, relations with the Safavids, his literary taste and character.

7. S H E R S H A H & H I S S U C C E S S O R S :

Sher Shah; rise to power, his conquests, reforms and administration, his character; Islam Shah Suri: his character and achievements. Causes of the downfall of the Suri dynasty.

8. AKBAR :

His early life, second Battle of Panipat and its significance, reestablishment of the Mughal rule, Petticoat government, his difficulties in the North West, his conquests, policy towards the Deccan States; Relations with the Rajputs, his religious views, Din-i-llahi or Tauhid-i-Ilahi, reaction by the Ulema and Mashaikh like Mujaddid Alf-i-Sani, Abdul Haq Muhaddis23 Delhavi and others, Mahdavi Movement. His relations with the Portuguese; Administrative Reforms, his estimate.

9. JAHANGIR :

Early life; His accession; Nur Jahan and her Junta; relations with the Safavids and the problems of Qandahar, conquests in Bengal, Mewar and Kangra; relations with Rajputs. Campaigns in the Deccan, his literary taste and other habits, revolts of Khurram and Mahabat Khan, his character, study of Tuzuk-iJahangiri.

10. SHAH JAHAN :

Early life, rebellions of Khan Jahan Lodi, Jujhar Singh, Jagat Singh, Conquests, attitude towards the Portuguese; relations with Rajputs, Mughal-Safavid relations, Central Asian policy; his Deccan Policy, his study as an engineer King; administrative reforms, his character and estimate; war of succession between his sons. A detailed study of Dara Shikoh.

11. AURANGZEB :

His career as prince, his religious views, measures taken to enforce Shari’at, attitude towards non-Muslims; administrative reforms; relations with Rajputs, Sikhs and the Marathas, his Deccan Policy, relations with Foreign Muslim Governments, Mughal-Safavid relations, conquests, the Afghan Revolt; revolts of the Jats and Satnamis, his attitude towards the Portuguese and the English, his character and estimate of his achievements.

Course HIS/604

Later Mughals & British India (1707-1857)

1. Brief Description:

The course deals with the period of decline of the Mughal Empire. The causes of the downfall and the resultant institutional breakdown have been discussed. However, it also focuses on the new regional and foreign powers which were expanding their influence. The Muslim revivalist and resistance movements have also been highlighted in this course.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

i) Sources:

ii) Imperial Politics of the Mughals 1707-1857

iii) Theories of Mughal Downfall

iv) Growth of Independent and Semi-Independent States

Deccan—Bengal—Oudh—Punjab—Rohilkhand

v) East India Company and Establishment of Colonial Rule

Clive—Hastings—Cornwallis—Wellesley—Dalhousie

vi) Revivalist and Resistance Movements

vii) Intellectual and Literary Developments

Course HIS/605

The Punjab in Modern Times

1. Brief Description:

The course deals with the history of the rich and fertile region of the Punjab. Tracing its history from the foundation of Muslim rule in this region, it focuses on the developments in modern times, particularly its role in the Pakistan Movement.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

GROUP B_ ISLAMIC HISTORY GROUP

Course HIS/606

UMAYYADS & ABBASIDES

1. Brief Description:

The period of Umayyads and Abbasid dynasty is the classical period of Islamic History. After the end of Pious Caliphate, they laid the foundations of intellectual and cultural effervescence of Islamic civilization. Besides studying cultural and intellectual currents of the period, this course also deals with the administrative setup and political ideals of the ruling families.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

I) Umayyad Caliphate:

II) Abbasid Caliphate:

COURSE: HIS/607

MUSLIM RULE IN SPAIN

1. Brief Description:

This course deals with the golden period of Muslim civilization in the west. It focuses on the intellectual and cultural developments of Muslim Spain and highlights the causes of their downfall and banishment from Europe.

2. Aims and Objectives:

3. Contents:

Course HIS/608

The Ottoman Empire (1288-1924)

1. Brief Description:

Being placed at the center of the three continents of the world – Asia, Africa and Europe – the Ottoman Empire occupied a special place in Islamic history. The course deals with the origin, growth and decline of this Empire. The study of administrative structures and cultural achievements of the Ottomans is a special feature of this course.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

Course HIS/609

Central Asia

1. Brief Introduction:

Central Asia has played a vital role in history of the world. Much has world’s ancient history originated in central Asia for it was the birthplace of the great warrior tribes which conquered Russia, Europe, India and China. It had been a hunting ground for two great powers of the 19th century i.e. Russia and Britain. The long era of Russian– Soviet rule drastically changed the society and culture of Central Asia. Since the break up of USSR, Central Asian republics have gained their independence. For a Pakistani student, to study Central Asia is important because of close historical, religious, sociocultural, economic and political relations between Central Asia and Indian sub-continent.

2. Aims & Objectives:

3. Contents:

i) Early Period

ii) Islamic Period

iv) Mongol Invasion and Chengiz Khan: Impact on the Region.

iv) Amir Timur and Timurid Dynasty

v) Decline of the Muslim Rule

vi) Russian Advance in Central Asia

vii) Soviet Era

viii) Post-Independence Scenario

Course HIS/610

CONTEMPORARY MIDDLE EAST (Turkey, Iran, Egypt, Saudi Arabia & Palestine)

1. Brief Description:

Middle East is one of the most important regions of the world. Its importance lies not just because of its strategic location but also due to its economic potential and the character of its politics. The interest, rather interference, of great powers in the region has made it a hub of international politics. This course deals with the developments in the modern Middle East.

2. Aims and Objectives:

3. Contents:

GROUP C__ Western History Group

COURSE HIS/611

EARLY MODERN EUROPE (1453-1789)

1. Brief Description:

This course focuses on a very important period of European history in which Europe was gradually being transformed from medieval society to a modern society. The cultural and intellectual movements such as renaissance, reformation and enlightenment are the special features of this course.

2. Aims and Objectives:

3. Contents:

COURSE HIS/612

MODERN EUROPE 1789-1919

  1. Brief Description:
  2. Aims and Objectives:
  3. Contents:

COURSE HIS/613

HISTORY OF ENGLAND (1688-1919)

1. Brief Description:

History of England is important as well as interesting for the student. The course covers the period when glorious revolution took place and modernity began in England. It also deals with the history of England as a colonial as well as political power. This course is design to highlight political, economic, social and constitutional developments in England.

2. Aims and Objectives:

3. Contents:

COURSE HIS/614

United States After Second World War

1. Brief Description.

This course focuses on the socio-political history of USA in modern times. Her role, importance and responsibilities as super power will also be discussed.

2. Aims and Objectives.

3. Contents.

COURSE: HIS/615

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS

1. Brief Description:

This course is a pre-requisite for understanding the developments in the modern world. It focuses on approaches to the study of international politics, the foreign policies of great powers particularly, United Stats and USSR (presently Russia.) and the cold war themes and issues. An important part of this course is related to the study of regional and international organizations.

2. Aims and Objectives:

3. Contents:

Part I M.A History Syllabus Of 2022

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