HISB57H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Meddle, Center For American Progress, Rationality
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The raj refers to the british occupation: colonialism: bringing modernity to the uncolonized world. There is a fight between culture reform and culture protection when talking about sati and the feminist lens in india. Solidarity means standing up for what you think is right, but also bringing an element of respect and compassion. British colonialism presented itself as good political force that gave the gifts of modernity: South asia"s entry into world capitalism on a new footing. Company"s army stationed in the prince"s court, paid for by the prince. Company agent give advice and meddle in other managements to ensure the company maintained its power. The doctrine of lapse: if there was no blood successor, the company would take over. Knowledge about orient becomes the foundation of the rule: law. Hindu law vs muslim law - i. e. we see it today when you get married in. The company controlled an entire commodity i. e. salt and opium.
