The “Grand Old Man of India”, Dadabhai Naoroji was a great nationalist. He established the “East India Association” in England to serve as a forum for the ventilation of grievances, against the exploitation by British Government. He, in his book, “Poverty and Un-British Rule in India”, exposed that poverty and economic backwardness of India were not inherent in local conditions, but were caused by colonial rule, which was draining India of its wealth and capital. Dadabhai Naoroji, a great leader of Indian national movement, was the first Indian to become a Member of the House of the Commons, on the Liberal party`s ticket, where he fervently pleaded the cause of his country. He was elected president of the Indian National Congress, thrice. He also founded Bombay Association. He established the “London Indian Society”, for a closer relationship, between the Indians and the Englishmen. Naoroji dedicated his entire life and wealth to the National Movement. He kept in touch with youths, all through his life and continuously developed his thought and acts in a radical direction.
Contents :
1. An Illustrious Life
2. An Eventful Career
3. Select Writings (Articles)
4. Significant Speeches
5. Important letters
6. Golden Words of Dadabhai
7. Great Life at a Glance
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