The Case for India

'The Case for India' is a powerful and provocative political treatise written by the renowned historian Will Durant. Following a visit to India in the early 20th century, Durant was so moved by the social and economic conditions under British rule that he felt compelled to set aside his historical research to advocate for the nation’s independence. In this work, he provides a meticulous and searing critique of the British Raj, detailing the systematic economic exploitation and political disenfranchisement of the Indian people.Durant examines the historical context of British involvement in the subcontinent, contrasting the ancient wealth and cultural sophistication of India with the poverty and stagnation he witnessed firsthand. He offers a spirited defense of the Indian movement for self-rule, highlighting the leadership and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi. Through a combination of historical analysis and impassioned advocacy, 'The Case for India' serves as an essential document for understanding the complexities of colonialism and the moral arguments that fueled the struggle for Indian sovereignty. It remains a significant historical testament to the global impact of the independence movement and Durant’s commitment to justice and human rights.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.