Indian Constitution

A New Republic — Episode 8: Dyarchy

A New Republic — Episode 7: A Colony Betrayed

In this episode we talk about the state of affairs in India after the First World War. Things are pretty grim. And all of India’s hopes of freedom and self-government are dashed. But the nationalist movement is more unified. So all is not lost. Sigh.

A New Republic — Episode 6: The Great War

This week we look at India’s participation in the First World War, and how the war created an environment for the next phase of India’s constitutional history. Featuring a field trip to Brighton and a tiny village in France.

A New Republic: An Oral History of the Indian Constitution. Episode 4: Representation

In this episode we talk about the legislative implications of the Indian Councils Act of 1909. Features some mild racism and the only Indian family to ever be elevated to royalty in…