Darjeeling: In Search of People’s History of the Hills
“Darjeeling: In Search of People’s History of the Hills” is a comprehensive collection of essays edited by Dinesh Chandra Ray and Srikanta Roychowdhury that
Category: History
The Legacy of Trade and Commerce in the colonial Darjeeling hills
Trade became a major form of economic activity in Darjeeling. The Strategic importance of Darjeeling led to the growth of trade and commerce in the
The Legacy of Sports in the Darjeeling hills
Darjeeling, known as the “Queen of Hills,” is well-known for participating in various sports. However, not much work has been done in the Sports History
The Role of Women in Darjeeling Hill Economy
In India, women account for nearly half of the total population and play an essential role in the domestic, rural, and urban economies. The role
DARJEELING ‘A Favoured Retreat’
This is a book reviewed by myself, published in 2011. I thought to present to the readers and admirers of Darjeeling. Darjeeling ‘A Favoured Retreat’
History of Education in the Darjeeling hills- PART II
The Darjeeling hills have a long and illustrious history of education and educational institutions. We looked at the function and evolution of education and educational
History of Education in the Darjeeling Hills- PART I
Education is the beacon of society. The history of education in the Darjeeling Hills is yet another exciting dimension to explore in Darjeeling. The hill
HISTORY OF DARJEELING
Darjeeling is a famous hill station in West Bengal in the Mahabharat Range or Lesser Himalaya at 6,700 ft (2,042.2 m). The history of colonial
ROLE OF THE BRITISH IN THE DARJEELING HILL STATION
The role of the British in the Darjeeling hills is of great importance in history. The British ruled Darjeeling for over a century, leaving a
Darjeeling ‘Queen of hills’ – Popular Heritage in India
Darjeeling ‘Queen of the hills’ is undoubtedly the most famous hill station in India with its exquisite scenic beauty. Besides, Darjeeling is also popular for