A great class for anyone interested in learning of South Asia's rich history through probably the most interesting means possible, literature. The course was fun, readings were interesting and diverse to the point that I learned a great deal of many different aspects of South Asian culture and history. I went to J-term in India to study Indian Society and Politics after taking this course in the fall, and thought it was a great foundation to build off of. I would recommend the course for those interested in the topic.

Grading is really random...she has favorites.

She's an excellent professor. Very knowledgeable. I thoroughly enjoyed her class and felt that I was in the time period of the Partition because the reading was always interesting, besides the occasional article here and there. Overall, it draws in different perspectives one wouldn't really consider. The midterm isn't bad. Make sure to take fairly good notes. Weekly papers are graded easily as long as you put effort into them. Final was great (8-10 pages) but the reading was challenging and fun.

Easy class. fulfills second writing requirement and non-western perspective. If you're trying to knock out requirements its worth it, otherwise though it's definitely not worth your time

I love Professor Farooqi. I've had her two semesters and I still enjoy her lectures. Although people do tend to get a little confused as to what she wants from the course sometimes, just remember to put a good effort into whatever you do and you will be rewarded.