Question

What was James Mill's opinion about the Asiatic societies?
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Answer 1

James Mill was a Scottish economist & political philosopher. He thought that Asian societies weren't as civilised as European societies. He thought that only the British could civilise us. He thought India wasn't capable of progress without the White Man's help.

Answer 2

ANSWER:

James Mill was a Scottish economist & political philosopher. He thought that Asian societies weren't as civilised as European societies and only the British could civilise us. He thought India wasn't capable of progress without the White Man's help.

Explanation:

James Mill, a Scottish historian, economist, political theorist and philosopher felt that the Indians and Asians were less civilized than the Europeans. He was of the opinion that only the Europeans could civilize them. He perceived people of India as superstitious and technologically less advanced. Also, he was disrespectful toward women.