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In the wake of the Indian Mutiny, the 1860s and 1870s marked an important period of change and imperial consolidation for the British. Here the author examines the imperial policies of Robert Cecil, the third marquis of Salisbury, who served as secretary of state for India for two administrations during this key era, which marked a significant turning point for relations with the local princes. Clearly defining the office of secretary of state, Salisbury was responsible for policies designed to ensure the smooth running of an empire whose administration was made more difficult by the British Parliament, which possessed the right to oversee Indian affairs. Hoping to prevent a frontier war, Salisbury stressed the importance of promoting progressive change in such a way as to avoid arousing Indian opposition.
This conservative approach to Indian government was able to countenance radical ideas, but it did give rise to the hostility of Western-educated Indians who sought more say in the governing of India. At this time, their opposition lacked weight, but Salisbury warned of future dangers should the British fail to promote the welfare of the Indian peasant and to solve India's financial difficulties. Salisbury would carry with him ideas developed at this time to his future posts as foreign secretary and prime minister. Brumpton's study complements existing research into imperial ideology and the official mind of India under the British.
Contents
Salisbury: A Biographical Summary
Prologue
The Anglo-Indian Relationship
The Limits of a Liberal Empire
A "Mediating Power": Policy Making and the Indian Office
Welfare and Material Progress
Feeding India: The Crisis in Indian Famine Management
The Ryot's Progress
Financing Progress: Public Works and Indian Resources
Security and Imperial Defense
The Princes and the Paramount Power
Diplomacy and Arms: Anglo-Afghan Relations and the Defense of India
Bibliography
Index
