Factors that lead to the India gaining independence from British rule
The British Imperial Policy in India was enforced during the period 1847 – 1947. It consisted of economic reforms, acquisition of land, high taxes and the policy of Divide and Rule. ... When the British Raj imposed these policies, they realized that they had to ‘let go a little in order to save a lot’. It was clear to see that the British minority had the will if not the means to control the massive Indian population as the ratio of British to Indians were about 1:1500. They succeeded in keeping the masses under control by applying the policy of ‘Divide and Rule’. Both Conservatives and Liberals supported British occupation, believing an expansive rail system, agricultural advancements, the introduction of Western culture and ending of ‘suttee’ were major achievements for India. ... However, they differed in their emphasis of British rule, with Conservatives maintaining a policy of strict control as seen in the Salt Acts, and liberals being prepared to give Indians a say in the running of the country. India was the ‘jewel in the crown’ for the British as it provided them with all the raw materials required for Britain’s industrial needs The Indians economy was made subject to the need of the British economy.