Explain the differences between mercantilism and capitalism in the context of European powers’ engagement in Asia

Short-Essay Questions (not more than 300 words): it can be 250-300 words but do not exceed 300 words

Explain the differences between mercantilism and capitalism in the context of European powers’ engagement in Asia

Explain with examples the idea of multiple modernities.

Please explain why countries in South and Southeast Asia with limited progress in gender equality have produced powerful women heads of the government.

What is the meaning of popular culture? Please explain the principal traits of popular culture in Asia.

Long-Essay Questions (around 600 words):

What are the principal arguments of Benedict Anderson in explaining nationalism? In what ways are his ideas different from other theories of nationalism? Do you agree or disagree with Benedict Anderson’s approach of imagined communities and why?

Please explain the logic behind the idea of Asian Values and critically examine its principal arguments.