Author: Chaudhari K K
Place: Bombay
Publisher: The Government Central Press
Year: 1987
Pages: 374
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: History
Keyword: History of Modern Bombay, Modern Period, Economic Growth
Classification: 720.9
Shelf: C5R2/ C59R5
Accession No: B522
Contents: Contents: Preface by K.K.Chaudhari; I. Introduction; II. Educational awakening; III. Growth of Political Consciousness; IV. Bombay presidency association(1885); V. University Education; VI. Communal Up heavals; VII. dawn of congress; VIII. twentieth century; IX. Tilak`s trials; X. Miscellaneous events; XI. Swadeshi and boycott movement; XII. commerce and industry(1825-1915); XIII. Bombay city improvement trust; XIV. Bombay Congress of 1915; XV. home rule movement; XVI. Government under the new Constitution; XVII. dawn of gandhian era; XVIII. Non-co-operation movement; XIX. back bay scandal; XX. businessmen and nationalisation(1918-1930); XXI. Businessmen and civil disobedience(1930-1934); XXII. emergence of communists; XXIII. re-emergence of Mahatma Gandhi; XXIV. civil disobedience movement; XXV. congress session of 1934; XXVI. economic conditions(1933-1939); XXVII. communist activity(1932-1939); XXVIII. nariman episode; XXIX. ministry experiment; XXX. outbreak of the war; XXXI. quit India movement; XXXII. naval mutiny; XXXIII. dawn of independence; XXXIV. Bombay`s Relics in repose; Appendix I – List of the governors of Bombay; Appendix II. Growth of Municipal Government; Appendix III. mayors of Bombay; Appendix IV. vice chancellors of Bombay university; references; plates; index.
Abstract: The modern period in Bombay’s history began in the 1830s, with the quarter-century from 1840 to 1865 being especially transformative. This era saw the city evolve into a prosperous and progressive global center, marked by significant educational, economic, and social changes. The rise of public spirit, collaboration between Europeans and Indians, and the active participation of both groups in institutions like the Board of Education, Chamber of Commerce, and Governor’s Legislative Council were crucial to this development. Key individuals, such as Dr. John Wilson, Sir Jamshetji Jijibhai, and Balshastri Jambhekar, played vital roles in advancing Bombay’s growth. Commercially, the Cotton Boom and the subsequent speculative share mania boosted the city’s financial stability, even though many individuals faced losses. The wealth generated was invested in improving the city’s infrastructure and fostering education, although it mainly benefited the elite. The press, especially vernacular outlets, became a powerful force for social change, with figures like Karsondas Mulji challenging societal norms. The creation of the High Court and legal reforms also allowed for more Indian involvement in the administration of justice, marking a significant shift toward greater inclusivity in governance and societal affairs.