India in Outline [Paperback]

First published in 1945 as a second edition of a 1944 original, this book provides a brief introduction to India's history, customs and industry.First published in 1945 as a second edition of a 1944 original, this book provides a brief introduction to India's history, customs and industry. Lady Hartog also discusses the plans for the post-war reconstruction of India and the growing numbers of roles played by Indian women of various religions.First published in 1945 as a second edition of a 1944 original, this book provides a brief introduction to India's history, customs and industry. Lady Hartog also discusses the plans for the post-war reconstruction of India and the growing numbers of roles played by Indian women of various religions.First published in 1945 as a second edition of a 1944 original, this book provides a brief introduction to India's history, customs and industry. Lady Hartog also discusses the plans for the post-war reconstruction of India and the growing numbers of roles played by Indian women of various religions. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Indian history and Britain's historical perception of India.Preface; 1. India and the Indians; 2. Indian customs and culture; 3. Historic India; 4. The building of modern India; 5. The Indian states; 6. India's natural wealth; 7. India's industries; 8. India's administration and social welfare; 9. India's advance to self-government; 10. India and war; 11. Political developments of the war years; Appendix. Tables from census of 1941; Index; Map of India, showing provinces and states.