Chapter 2

पाठ्यक्रम निर्माण समिति

This section provides details about the Course Construction Committee responsible for the creation and review of the NCERT textbook 'भारत का इतिहास - 1740-1947' (History of India: 1740-1947). The committee comprises distinguished academicians and historians from various universities in Rajasthan and other parts of India. The section lists the Chairperson, Coordinators, Members, Editors, and Authors involved in the development of the textbook. It also mentions the academic and administrative arrangements, including the publication and production details. This section is crucial as it establishes the credibility and scholarly foundation of the textbook, ensuring that the content is accurate, well-researched, and adheres to academic standards.

• Lists the names and designations of the Chairperson, Coordinators, Members, Editors, and Authors.
• Mentions the academic institutions involved, such as Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, Rajasthan University, and others.
• Provides information about the academic and administrative arrangements for the textbook's production.
• Includes publication details such as ISBN number and reprint information.
• 📌 Course Construction Committee: A group of subject experts responsible for designing and reviewing the curriculum and textbook content.
• 📌 Editor: An academic responsible for compiling, editing, and ensuring the quality of the textbook.
• 📌 Author: Subject expert who writes specific units or chapters of the textbook.

इकाई संख्या

This section presents the Table of Contents for the textbook 'भारत का इतिहास - 1740-1947'. It lists all the units (इकाई) covered in the book, along with their titles and the corresponding page numbers. Each unit focuses on a significant period or theme in Indian history from 1740 to 1947, such as the political situation in mid-18th century India, the Third Battle of Panipat, Anglo-French and Anglo-Maratha conflicts, the establishment of British rule in Bengal, and major social, economic, and political developments leading up to India's independence. This section is essential for students to understand the scope and sequence of the textbook, helping them navigate through the various historical topics systematically.

• Lists all the units (21 in total) covered in the textbook.
• Provides the title and page numbers for each unit.
• Covers major events and themes such as the decline of the Mughal Empire, rise of regional powers, British colonial expansion, social and religious reform movements, and the Indian independence movement.
• Helps students locate specific topics and plan their study schedule.
• 📌 Unit (इकाई): A major section or chapter in the textbook, each focusing on a distinct historical theme or period.
• 📌 Table of Contents: An organized listing of all the chapters/units in the textbook, with page references.