We are delighted to present the fifteenth issue (March 2022) of Karatoya: North
Bengal University Journal of History (ISSN 2229 4880) , a peer reviewed and
refereed Journal for the readers of history.This volume incorporates the diverse
arena of Indian history reflecting issues of the status of women, Colonial expansion
in the Central Himalayas, growth and nature of nationalism, protests and dissents
of the tribals, development of communication and print culture, colonial impact on
communities, post-colonial problems of language, new economic policy and
displacement as well as rehabilitation. This volume of the journal followed a blind–
folded review process in accepting the articles keeping in view of the observations
and suggestions provided by esteemed reviewers. We would like to express our
gratitude to the esteemed reviewers whose insights and suggestions undoubtedly
enriched the content of this volume. Furthermore, we extend our appreciation and
thanks to all the contributors whose dedication and scholarly endeavours have
brought forth significant areas of research in history, contributing immensely to the
academic dialogue.
We convey our gratitude to the Honourable Vice Chancellor, University of North
Bengal, The Registrar and The Finance Officer for their support in this academic
endeavour. We are grateful for the cooperation and support from the colleagues of
the Department of History in publishing this journal. A heartfelt thanks to
Shubhrojyoti Kundu for designing the cover page of the journal. The unfailing
cooperation and help of the officials and staffs of the North Bengal University Press
is greatly remembered for publishing the journal within a short span of time.
Editors
Dr. Dahlia Bhattacharya
Dr. Amrita Mondal