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Slavery in India: The Present State of East India Slavery is a comprehensive historical analysis of slavery practices in East India during the colonial era. Authored by James Peggs, this work is primarily compiled from parliamentary papers and official government documents, offering an authoritative examination of the subject.
The book provides detailed insights into the mechanisms, extent, and impact of slavery within Indian territories under British control. Through parliamentary documentation, Peggs presents evidence-based accounts of slavery conditions, practices, and the social structures that supported them. This historical record serves as an important primary source for understanding the darker aspects of colonial administration and labor practices in India.
Essential for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in colonial history and the history of slavery, this work contributes significantly to the academic understanding of East India Company practices and British imperial policies regarding labor and servitude in South Asia.
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