India@75

What is the story of India since its inception 75 years ago? How did its foundational politics shape what the country became? How can its subsequent social, economical and cultural trajectory tell us about where the country is today?

Overview

After 75 years as a nation, what hopes, fears and progress can Indians look forward to? This fascinating multidisciplinary programme looks at all these questions and more, giving learners a comprehensive, analytical overview of India since independence. Led by some of India’s leading scholars and public intellectuals, the programme has been uniquely crafted by Ashoka University, India’s leading liberal arts and sciences university, to appeal to all learners, regardless of age or background.

Key Learning Outcomes

Multidisciplinary Understanding – Learners get a multidisciplinary understanding of India’s trajectory and hope for the future
Critical Thinking Mindset – Develop a critical thinking mindset by analysing key historical events and ideas from multiple lenses
New Ideas and Counterpoints – A starting point or a new dimension, for your unfinished article, book, blog or podcast
Access to in-depth Research – Engage with lesser known research curated and produced by Ashoka Faculty
Inside Stories – A plethora of stories — from stories of Partition by renowned historians to the inner-workings of diplomacy by former ambassadors — hear them all and much more

Programme Structure

This is a 12 course modules over a 15-week period where each module focussed on a particular aspect or theme to look at India’s 75 years and beyond – society, politics, culture, economics etc.

Each module consisted of 4 hours of live interaction over a weekend.

Classes was held on Zoom (or equivalent) with access to an LMS for all readings, recordings, submissions and discussion and project forums.

Programme

Modules
Introduction	Module 1	The Idea of India – Partition & Constitution
Electoral Politics	Module 2	Making of the Union, Accession & Federalism
	Module 3	Shifting electorate, party preferences, role of culture & development in politics
Macro Economics	Module 4	From ’47 till ’91
	Module 5	Modernization, Reforms, Liberalization
Foreign Policy	Module 6	Foreign Policy, Alignment, Alliances, Interests
Society and Politics	Module 7	Welfare, Social Development – Politics & Policies
	Module 8	Social movements, activitsm, counters to developmentalism
Society and Culture	Module 9	Democracy, Media, Institutions, Civil Society
	Module 10	Emancipation/liberation/identity & the state
	Module 11	Regional culture & identity/integration/conflicts

Target Audience

Exclusively Designed For

Lifelong Learners interested in history, politics, and current affairs
Working Professionals looking to expand intellectual horizons
Indians around the World seeking a more holistic appreciation of India
Leaders from Education, Policy, Law, Media, and Civil Society
Students from any field, looking for elite online programmes

Programme Experience

50 hours of Live Classes with Faculty – Weekend sessions with leading scholars and intellectuals
15+ hours of Group Sessions – Discussion sessions with multiple formats with your cohort
12 Core Faculty Members – Engage with experts from multiple disciplines who each bring their experience and expertise
AshokaX Alumni Network – Be part of a lifelong learning community
Office Hours with Teaching Fellows – 1:1 office hours with your TF to discuss doubts and ideas