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Colonialism and the City The Story of an Imperial Capital
Why did the British choose to hold a grand Durbar in Delhi although it was not the capital?
During the Revolt of 1857, the British had realised that the Mughal emperor was still important to the people and they saw him as their leader. It was therefore important to celebrate British power with pomp and show in Delhi— the city the Mughal emperors had ruled earlier.
The British thought that by doing this they would acknowledge people about their power and authority.
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In the twentieth century, the majority of Indians lived in cities.
After 1857 no worship was allowed in the Jama Masjid for five years.
More money was spent on cleaning Old Delhi than New Delhi.
The first structure to successfully use the dome was called the _______________.
The two architects who designed New Delhi and Shahjahanabad were ______________ and _______________.
The British saw overcrowded spaces as ______________ .
In 1888 an extension scheme called the ________________________ was devised.
Identify three differences in the city design of New Delhi and Shahjahanabad.
Who lived in the ‘white’ areas in cities such as Madras?
What is meant by de-urbanisation?
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