POL ATLAS2026–27All coursesComparative Politics
POL357H1Winter 2027300-level
Topics in South Asian Politics

Democracy and Development in India

Comparative Politics · Development Studies · Diversity & Identity

Session
WinterWinter 2027
Weight
0.50.5 credit (half course)
Standing
OfferedListed for 2026–27
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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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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