My pleasure. In fact, although marginal if compared to the role of other colonial Countries in India, Danish colonialism had quite an intricate development as I briefly tried to describe in the video.
I am from Bengal and can’t really fathom that it was one of the richest province and a great attraction for foreign invaders. We are in such a bad shape now, economically.
True! By looking at the historical economic index one is surprised to discover that some of the currently most economically stagnant Indian states were for centuries among the richest and most dynamic. However, while it's true that Bengal's historical richness and attractiveness led to foreign invasions, the mere presence of foreign rule isn't solely responsible for its current economic challenges. Indeed, the impact of British colonial rule in transforming the social, productive and economic structure of Bengal, especially after the Battle of Buxar in 1764 and the Permanent Settlement of 1793, played a significant role. But this, alone, but is not a valid narrative for all governments of foreign origin that have taken turns in ruling Bengal. Consider the vibrant economy of the Bengal Sultanate, led by rulers of Turkish and Afghan origin, which expanded trade networks to East and Southeast Asia. Similarly, the neighboring state of Bihar also presents a compelling, even sharper, example. Ultimately, certainly the foreign presence had an impact, but economic stagnation today cannot be attributed solely to historical "invasions" but requires a more comprehensive analysis.
Danish colonialism in India is less studied and highlighted. Thanks for making a video about this forgotten part of history.
My pleasure. In fact, although marginal if compared to the role of other colonial Countries in India, Danish colonialism had quite an intricate development as I briefly tried to describe in the video.
I am from Bengal and can’t really fathom that it was one of the richest province and a great attraction for foreign invaders. We are in such a bad shape now, economically.
True! By looking at the historical economic index one is surprised to discover that some of the currently most economically stagnant Indian states were for centuries among the richest and most dynamic. However, while it's true that Bengal's historical richness and attractiveness led to foreign invasions, the mere presence of foreign rule isn't solely responsible for its current economic challenges. Indeed, the impact of British colonial rule in transforming the social, productive and economic structure of Bengal, especially after the Battle of Buxar in 1764 and the Permanent Settlement of 1793, played a significant role. But this, alone, but is not a valid narrative for all governments of foreign origin that have taken turns in ruling Bengal. Consider the vibrant economy of the Bengal Sultanate, led by rulers of Turkish and Afghan origin, which expanded trade networks to East and Southeast Asia. Similarly, the neighboring state of Bihar also presents a compelling, even sharper, example. Ultimately, certainly the foreign presence had an impact, but economic stagnation today cannot be attributed solely to historical "invasions" but requires a more comprehensive analysis.
Very interesting!
thank you!