Professor Tirthankar Roy on What Drives India’s Long-Term Economic Change

Professor Tirthankar Roy, Professor in the Department of Economic History at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers thought-provoking insights from his acclaimed book, “The Economic History of India.” Professor Tirthankar Roy teaches South Asian and Global History at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He is the author of Monsoon Economies: India’s History in a Changing Climate, along with several other influential books and articles. His research in economic history addresses three central questions: Is there a long-term pattern in Indian capitalism? Can historical insights help us better understand the workings of modern Indian capitalism? And how have climatic conditions influenced long-run economic change? Professor Roy's research interests include the history and development of South Asia, global history, empires, and environmental history. Dr. Roy received his early education at school and university in Santiniketan, India, and earned his PhD in 1989 from the Centre for Development Studies, India. This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com. Disclaimer: A. The background music used in this video is the property of its respective developer and is protected by Copyright. Although it is a free version, Business Talk, Global Management Consultancy and Deepak Bhatt do not hold the rights to this music. B. Dr. Tirthankar Roy generously shared profound insights from his widely acclaimed book, “The Economic History of India,” during his appearance on the Business Talk podcast channel. The uploaded video contains copyrighted material; therefore, any modifications to graphics, music, or the presence of the author or host are strictly prohibited. All content is © 2025. All rights reserved.