Why I Fell in Love With Sumit Sarkar’s History (Despite Being a Non-Leftist)

With the recent passing of Prof. Sumit Sarkar, India lost one of its most pre-eminent Marxist historians and a giant of modern Indian historiography. In this video, Nikhil Sheth takes a personal look through the foundational texts, intellectual shifts, and dense, fact-rich writing style that made Sumit Sarkar an indispensable voice for scholars and civil services aspirants alike. From his seminal work on the Swadeshi Movement in Bengal (1973) to the widely read Modern India (1885–1947), Writing Social History, and his latest Uncollected Writings, we break down his major contributions—including his critical engagement with the Subaltern Studies group and his concept of "pressure from below." Whether you agree with his ideological framework or not, the depth, rigor, and brilliance of his scholarship remain undeniable. Course Enquiry, Call here: 8826496658 👉Join History Optional Telegram: https://t.me/nikhilhistoryoptional 👉Join GS History Telegram Channel: https://t.me/nikhilhistoryculture Meet us - 📍Location: LevelUp IAS, Karol Bagh Centre Google Map - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NvPyzytSwDQYE... Address - 2nd Floor, 45 Pusa Road, Opp. Metro Pillar 128, Karol Bagh #upsc #upsccse #upscaspirants #upscpreparation #upscmains #upscstrategy #upsc2027 #upsc2026 #modernhistory #modernindianhistory #indianhistory #historyoptional #historyoptionalupsc #historybooks #upschistory #upscnotes #upscclasses #upscguidance #iasaspirants #iaspreparation #civilservices #civilservicesexam #sumitsarkar #modernindia #indianhistoriography #socialhistory #subalternstudies #historylovers #historystudent #upscstudy #LevelUpIAS #NikhilSheth #BookReview