HPAS Mains 2021/22 Answer Writing Challenge Day 6 : 09-10-2021

October 9, 2021

HPAS Mains Syllabus General Studies Paper 1 : History of Himachal Pradesh

Question: The 19th century was a century of political, social, and economic transformation for Himachal Pradesh. Comment (20 Marks, 400 words)

Understanding of question:
Directive	Comment: Choose your position on the topic/issue. Provide arguments with facts/examples in favour of your opinion.

Introduction	Himachal Pradesh during 19^th Century

Main Body	Political Condition: • Gurkha Invasion • Arrival of Sikhs • Continuance of Gurkhas Activities • Anglo-Gurkhas War and Himachal Areas • Era of Consolidation and Supremacy of British Social and Religious conditions: • Promotion of Begar and beth system • Introduction of Urban centers • British discourages social evils like Sati Pratha. • Introduction of Christianity in hilly state. Economic Conditions: • Introduction of Sanads • Tourism • Horticulture

Conclusion	Link events happening during 19^th century to formation of Himachal Pradesh as a state.