ASSIGNMENT FOR MALAYSIAN STUDIES –MPW 2133 LOCAL HISTORY RESEARCH: THE HISTORY OF DEVELOPMENT OF BATU GAJAH / PARIT / LUMUT Introduction The Local History Research is to foster student understanding and consciousness about historical development of the local community or certain area. This study also will allow students to appreciate and be proud the history of the community, make a strong spirit, and blend the togetherness in the society. Objectives i.To seeking, gathering, analyzing, interpreting and synthesize and formulate facts and the evidence of history and current state o f the community; ii.To know and understand the process of development in t he area of study; iii.To improve research and communicate skill and give opportunities to understand the socio- cultural society. The Area of Research: BATU GAJAH (CE / ME) : PARIT (PE/PG/ICT/CV) : LUMUT (BIS/EE) Topics No. Topics 1 Rivers, Roads and Railway (public transportation) -The efficiency of the facilities to the people 2 Agricultural Activities -The needs and concern of the farmer 3 Society and Communities -Population of people and their economic activities 4 Youth and socio economic development -Contribution of youth in socio economic development 5 British colonization & independence struggle -Historical artifact/stories/struggle 6 Religion and worship’s house-The commitment of people with religion (Kepercayaan kepada Tuhan–
