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The Land and Labour of India by W. Nassau Lees is a seminal work that explores the intricate relationship between land ownership, agricultural production, and labor systems in India. Published during the colonial era, this detailed study examines the various forms of land tenure, the conditions of agricultural workers, and the economic structures that governed rural India.
Lees provides valuable insights into traditional Indian farming practices, the impact of colonial policies on land distribution, and the socioeconomic challenges faced by the laboring classes. The work serves as an important historical document for understanding pre-modern and colonial India’s economic foundations, offering readers a comprehensive view of how land and labor intersected to shape Indian society during this transformative period.
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