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The course
The course examines trajectories of democracy and economic development, and the interaction between these two themes in India. Topics covered in the course include state and nation-building, patterns of democracy and authoritarianism, caste, class, gender, social movements, ethnic and secessionist conflict, and economic development.
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The particulars
Format & requirements
One two-hour session per week. The course will use both synchronous in person and asynchronous online components. Course requirements TBA
Prerequisites
POL201H1/ POL201Y1/ POL218H1/POLB90H3/POLB91H3. POL 328H1 is recommended.
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Reading the code
POLPolitical ScienceDepartment of Political Science
357300-levelYear of study this course sits in
HHalf course0.5 credit (FCE)
1St. GeorgeDowntown Toronto campus
SWinter sessionSecond term, Jan–Apr 2027