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Famine in India and the British Response Critique
A British editorial blames the Indian Government and its allies for delaying relief during the famine. It notes warnings from Sir Arthur Cotton and Sir Richard Temple, criticizes the embargo policy and transport gaps, and argues for earlier mobilization of grain to Bengal and surrounding districts. The piece urges accountability regardless of party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Ublic
Ndia
Bengal
Arthur Cotton
Ganges
Richard Temple
Patna
Sir R. Temple
George Campbell
Duke of Argyll
Lord Northrook
Duke
Orissa
British India
R. Temple
Disraeli
Dia