Inglorious Empire

what the British did to India

by: Shashi Tharoor

in: Asian History

Summary:

The book critically examines the impact of British colonialism on India, debunking the myth of the British Empire's benevolence and highlighting the exploitation and economic devastation it caused. It presents a historical analysis of the colonial era, detailing the systematic transfer of wealth from India to Britain and the lasting negative effects on Indian society and infrastructure.

Key points:

1. Economic Drain: Tharoor claims the British Empire depleted India's wealth through heavy taxation, resource exploitation, and market flooding, causing poverty and famine.

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