OBS From Plassey to Partition and After – A History of Modern India [English Media]

From Plassey to Partition and After: A History of Modern India published by Orient Blackswan is a widely respected academic book that explains the development of modern India from the Battle of Plassey (1757) to the Partition of India (1947) and the political developments that followed independence. The book is written by noted historian Sekhar Bandyopadhyay.

It provides a detailed analysis of British colonial rule, socio-economic transformations, reform movements, the rise of Indian nationalism, the freedom struggle, and the events leading to independence and partition. The book also examines how colonial policies shaped modern Indian politics, society, and economy.

With its clear explanations and analytical approach, this book is widely used by university students, researchers, and aspirants preparing for competitive exams such as UPSC and state public service examinations to understand the foundations of modern Indian history.