Legacies of Power: A Comprehensive Look at India’s Governors and Viceroys 1200 Words The role of Governor-Generals and Viceroys played a crucial role in determining the course of British colonial rule between the late 18th century and the mid-20th century. Though they were not administrative heads in the real sense of the term, they had … Read more
Unity in Diversity: The Moderate Congress’s Journey Towards a New India (1885-1905) Introduction The Indian National Congress (INC) emerged in 1885, which marked the beginning of ‘Organized Political Activity’ aimed towards self-governance for India. In fact, the period from 1885 to 1905 itself is referred to as the “Moderate Congress” Period. The very nature of … Read more
The Montford Reforms: A Step Toward Freedom or a Symbol of Delay of 1919? Introduction Montford Reforms, technically known as the Government of India Act 1919 is an important milestone in the constitutional history of British India. Enacted by the Montagu-Chelmsford Commission, these reforms were enacted to redress the rising Indian needs for self-governance, yet … Read more
Lost Thrones: The Doctrine of Lapse and Its Effect on Indian Princely States (1848 to 1856) The Doctrine of Lapse was a political and administrative policy of the British East India Company towards Indian politics in the mid 19th century. This policy played a great role in the expansion of British domination over Indian territories … Read more