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6 articles for “British influence”
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Indian Scriptures - Treasures against Time
Abstract: Indians are gifted with an immense treasure in the form of the Scriptures. However, the prevalent mind-set extols the value of Western thought as opposed to the Indian viewpoint. The origin of this mind-set lies in pre-British India, when a concerted effort was made by the British to completely demolish the greatness of Indian thought embodied in the form of its education system. This paper attempts to demonstrate the intellectual …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 22–24 Read article
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History and Historiography of Colonial Rule in Yorubaland: 1894-1960
Abstract: This paper discusses the colonial rule in Yorubaland from 1894 to 1960. General Concept in this context means penetration of Colonial Rule into Yorubaland through the treaties and imposition of colonial administration over the paramount chiefs to govern Yorubaland effectively. In 1894 the British began to establish their authority in Yorubaland. However, this was preceded by a period of Christian missionary activities which paved way for the subsequent control of …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 12, Issue 03, 2022 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Everyday Life Under British Rule in India
Abstract: This research examines the transformation of everyday life under British rule in India between 1858 and 1947 focusing on the subtle yet profound ways colonial governance reshaped daily routines, social practices, and cultural identities. While much historiography has concentrated on political movements, economic policies, and administrative reforms, this study shifts attention to the lived experiences of ordinary people. It analyzes how colonial power operated not only through legislation and military …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Tamil Migration to Colonial Malay and Burma from 1880-1920: Analysing the Acculturation Process through the Lens of Fashion
Abstract: This paper seeks to understand the cultural repercussions of colonial labour migration, which emerged as one of the key characteristics of the 19th century as European nations set up colonies in parts of Africa, Latin America, and South and Southeast Asia. The ‘coolie’ market consisted of indentured labourers and slaves and allowed the colonial rulers to supplement labour in new colonies. As the labourers migrated to new lands, they carried …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Availability of Open Access Books in Punjabi over Different Web Portals: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Punjabi is the eleventh largely spoken language of the world. It is the mother tongue of 120 million Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians inhibiting the vast stretch from Multan to Delhi in the North-West of the Indo-Pak subcontinent. Of the total 120 million speakers, 76 million are in Pakistan and 33 million in India. Punjabi diaspora in 35 countries, especially in North America, Europe and Australia has taken its culture …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 86–93 Read article
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Battery Energy Storage Optimization for Enabling Black Start in Offshore Wind Farms
Abstract: The transition toward power systems dominated by renewable energy sources (RES) introduces significant challenges to the provision of black start services. Black start units are essential for restoring power following a system-wide outage; however, the gradual retirement of conventional generation reduces the availability of such resources, potentially compromising grid resilience. Offshore wind farms (OWFs) are increasingly considered as viable alternatives for black start support. Nevertheless, their inherent variability and intermittent …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–15 Read article