At The Back of the Black Man's Mind

Administration and Finance of the East India Company by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar is a scholarly and insightful analysis of the administrative and financial structure of one of the most powerful colonial enterprises in history. Originally written as part of his academic research, this work explores how the East India Company governed vast territories in India and managed its economic affairs, from revenue systems to public expenditure. With his characteristic precision and critical approach, Dr. Ambedkar examines the transition from commercial to political power and the long-term impact of the Company's fiscal policies on Indian society. This book not only reveals the foundations of colonial governance but also highlights Ambedkar's early brilliance as an economist and historian. It remains a vital text for understanding the economic roots of British imperialism and the legacy it left behind.