02604cam a22003133u 4500 15679 UtSlPG 20260610133352.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Burke, Edmund, 1729-1797 The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 03 (of 12) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-04-22 Produced by Paul Murray, Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team from images generously made available by the Bibliotheque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr "The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 03 (of 12)" by Edmund Burke is a collection of political speeches and reflections written in the late 18th century. This volume delves into significant aspects of British governance, particularly regarding the British East India Company's dealings and the implications of its actions in India. The speeches included highlight Burke's sharp critique of corruption, malfeasance, and the moral obligations of British Parliament concerning colonial administration. The opening of this volume introduces Burke's famous speech concerning the Nabob of Arcot's debts, delivered in February 1785. It sets the scene for a passionate and detailed examination of financial obligations that arose from questionable transactions between the Nabob and British creditors, primarily highlighting how such practices led to widespread corruption and exploitation. Burke articulates his alarm at the evident collusion between the Nabob and certain British officials, asserting that the financial demands made by these creditors were fueled by dishonesty and manipulation, leading to severe consequences for the impoverished populations affected by these debts. This opening portion establishes both the historical context and the legal intricacies of the situation in India, showcasing Burke's commitment to justice and accountability within the colonial venture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1760-1820 Political science -- Early works to 1800 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15679 57067 57067