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Why did Western clothing become the norm in most non-Western countries?

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What did Gavrilo Princip think about the First World War which started as a direct consequence of his actions?

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The word Mohammedan was once commonly used around the world. How did it fall out of use?

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I'm a Hindu merchant living in pre-modern India. Being a member of the merchant caste, I'm not supposed to consume meat and might be shunned by my community if I do. But I have to frequently travel to foreign places where vegetarian options might be unavailable. How do I manage this conundrum?

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I'm the Maharaja of Gwalior in the 20th century. One of my predecessors accepted British suzerainty in the early part of the 19th century. To what degree can I influence the domestic policy of my own state? Do I get to decide how much is spent on healthcare and education, or am I just a figurehead?

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How did Christmas become a universal festival celebrated by people of so many different religions?

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What was the state of education like under the Taliban?

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Is the idea of dog being "man's best friend" limited to Western culture?

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When and how did Indians begin to gain a sense of national consciousness?

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In 1973, Britain was so heavily dependent on coal that when the miners went on a strike, the Government had to declare a "Three day working weak" due to lack of electricity. But by 1984, the Government was busy shutting down coal mines. How did the coal industry decline so much in just a decade?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Why did Western clothing become the norm in most non-Western countries?	525
What did Gavrilo Princip think about the First World War which started as a direct consequence of his actions?	197
The word Mohammedan was once commonly used around the world. How did it fall out of use?	156
I'm a Hindu merchant living in pre-modern India. Being a member of the merchant caste, I'm not supposed to consume meat and might be shunned by my community if I do. But I have to frequently travel to foreign places where vegetarian options might be unavailable. How do I manage this conundrum?	92
I'm the Maharaja of Gwalior in the 20th century. One of my predecessors accepted British suzerainty in the early part of the 19th century. To what degree can I influence the domestic policy of my own state? Do I get to decide how much is spent on healthcare and education, or am I just a figurehead?	58
How did Christmas become a universal festival celebrated by people of so many different religions?	44
What was the state of education like under the Taliban?	38
Is the idea of dog being "man's best friend" limited to Western culture?	37
When and how did Indians begin to gain a sense of national consciousness?	18
In 1973, Britain was so heavily dependent on coal that when the miners went on a strike, the Government had to declare a "Three day working weak" due to lack of electricity. But by 1984, the Government was busy shutting down coal mines. How did the coal industry decline so much in just a decade?	17