Examines the history of Modern South Asia from 1715 to the present. Course will begin with a brief overview of Ancient, Medieval, and early Mughal South Asia, with special attention to the developing religions traditions in the subcontinent. We will investigate the decline of the Mughal Empire, the largest Muslim kingdom in South Asia. The course will then trace the rising European interest in South Asia, discussing the British and French proxy struggles for economic and political power. The course will then follow the growth of East India Company rule, the Indian Mutiny, and the subsequent crown rule. Rising Indian nationalism and the struggle for independence will be examined. The course will end with a look at India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh as modern independent nations. Must have six credit hours of history or permission of instructor. As needed.