India Under Experiment

“India Under Experiment” by George M. Chesney is a critical examination of British administration in colonial India. Chesney evaluates the policies, institutions, and governance introduced by the British, questioning their effectiveness and long-term consequences. He explores how these reforms impacted Indian society, economy, and native institutions, offering insights into the tensions between imperial control and native autonomy. The book serves as both an analysis and a cautionary reflection on colonial experimentation in governance, urging thoughtful reforms rooted in understanding Indian realities.