Question

Brief details of the social legislation introduced by the British.​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

The British introduced several changes in Indian social practices to exemplify the efforts of reformers. ... Hence, under Charter Act of 1833 slavery in India was abolished and under Act V of 1843 the practice of slavery got sacked by law and declared illegal. The Penal Code of 1860 also declared trade in slavery illegal.

Answer 2

The British East India company came to dominate India not through political strategy, intrigue us military forces but also through belief in the superiority of their text, literature and education system. In the 19th Century certain social practices like female infanticide, child marriage etc. became more prevalent. These practices were against human dignity and values. When the British came to India, They brought new ideas such as Liberty, equality, freedom and human rights appealed to some sections of our society and led to several reform movements in different part of our country.