About The Book: Indian Public Works and Cognate Indian Topics by William Thomas Thornton explores the development and administration of public works in British India, including railways, canals, roads, and irrigation systems. Thornton analyzes the economic, political, and social impacts of these infrastructural projects on the Indian population. The book critiques colonial policies while advocating for more efficient and humane governance. Combining technical insight with administrative commentary, it is a significant resource for understanding 19th-century British infrastructure strategy and its long-term implications for Indian society.
Author: William Thomas Thornton
Pages: 330
Edition: 1875
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