The Law And Custom of Slavery In British India - Gyan Books

The Law And Custom of Slavery In British India - Gyan Books

About The Book: The Law and Custom of Slavery in British India by William Adam is a detailed and critical examination of slavery practices under British colonial rule in India. Published in 1840, the work explores the legal, social, and cultural dimensions of slavery, documenting how British laws often upheld or ignored the existence of bondage despite official claims of abolition. Drawing from court cases, legal codes, and personal observations, Adam exposes the contradictions in colonial policy and advocates for genuine reform. His work stands as an early and powerful condemnation of institutionalized injustice and a call for the ethical treatment and emancipation of enslaved people.

Author: William Adam

Pages: 302

Edition: 1840

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