🧵[1/n] #IndenturedLabour: The saga of 🇬🇧British colonizers replacing slavery with indentured labor, subjecting millions of Indian-origin workers to abuse and exploitation.
In this thread, I will explore the dark history of 🇬🇧 indentured laborer system and its legacy in shaping…
In this thread, I will explore the dark history of 🇬🇧 indentured laborer system and its legacy in shaping…
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[2/n] Following the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833, the British Empire sought alternative sources of cheap labor. Indian indentured workers were the solution, with many being lured into contracts under false promises of a better life. #ColonialExploitation
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[3/n] From 1834 to 1917, nearly 2 million Indians were transported to British colonies across the globe as indentured laborers. They worked on sugar, tea, and coffee plantations, enduring brutal conditions and inhumane treatment. Many faced a miserable journey, with an estimated…
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[4/n]These laborers were bound by contracts that severely restricted their freedom, often for five years or more. Many workers had no choice but to endure the abuse, as escape or contract violation led to severe punishment. #ColonialExploitation
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[5/n] Despite the end of slavery, indentured laborers faced a life of bondage, forced to live in squalid conditions, with inadequate food and healthcare. They were subjected to long hours of backbreaking labor, with no respite. #IndenturedLabour
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[6/n] Women, who made up a significant portion of indentured laborers, were particularly vulnerable. They faced sexual exploitation, harassment, and a complete lack of protection from their abusers. #ColonialExploitation #WomensRightsAreHumanRights
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[7/n] The suffering of Indian indentured laborers was immense, but their resilience and determination led to the formation of vibrant Indian communities in places like the Caribbean, Fiji, Mauritius, and South Africa.
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[8/n] The power of Ramcharitmanas: Indian indentured laborers carried this sacred text with them, preserving their cultural roots in the face of adversity. Reciting & reading Ramayana became a source of solace and resilience, shaping their way of dailypioneer.com…
[9/n]🌏 Today, the descendants of Indian indentured laborers continue to uphold the Ramayana's teachings. Chanting and sharing the epic's stories have become integral to their communities, keeping the vibrant 🕉️🛕tradition alive across the world.
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[10/n] 🛕🕉️ #TemplesOfIndenturedLaborers
They have have built magnificent temples, preserving their culture & heritage. Let's take a journey through some of these stunning temples.
[1] 🇰🇪 Swaminarayan Temple, Nairobi: Constructed in 1952 by the Indian community in Kenya, this…
They have have built magnificent temples, preserving their culture & heritage. Let's take a journey through some of these stunning temples.
[1] 🇰🇪 Swaminarayan Temple, Nairobi: Constructed in 1952 by the Indian community in Kenya, this…
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They have have built magnificent temples, preserving their c...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrslVfTX0AAr83Q.jpg)
![[10/n] 🛕🕉️ #TemplesOfIndenturedLaborers
They have have built magnificent temples, preserving their c...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrslVfRWwAoYfJs.jpg)
![[10/n] 🛕🕉️ #TemplesOfIndenturedLaborers
They have have built magnificent temples, preserving their c...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrslVfXXwAAUU3B.jpg)
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They have have built magnificent temples, preserving their c...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrslXWcX0AIQPmN.jpg)
[11/n] Many descendants of Indian indentured laborers have risen to prominence and made significant contributions in various fields. Their achievements are a testament to the resilience and perseverance of their ancestors.
🌟 🇹🇹V.S. Naipaul, a Trinidadian-British writer of…
🌟 🇹🇹V.S. Naipaul, a Trinidadian-British writer of…
![[11/n] Many descendants of Indian indentured laborers have risen to prominence and made significant...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Frso1GOXwAEqvut.png)
![[11/n] Many descendants of Indian indentured laborers have risen to prominence and made significant...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Frso1GJWwAAHw4O.png)
![[11/n] Many descendants of Indian indentured laborers have risen to prominence and made significant...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Frso1GPXoAAWE2t.png)
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🌟 In the field of sports, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, a Guyanese cricketer of Indian descent, has...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrsqnyNX0AIOyf8.png)
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🌟 In the field of sports, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, a Guyanese cricketer of Indian descent, has...](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrsqnyPX0AA_hWr.png)
[13/n] As we remember this dark chapter in history, let's honor the memory of the indentured laborers and their struggles. Their sacrifices and resilience have left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of many nations. #ColonialExploitation
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[14/n] The exploitation of Indian indentured laborers is a testament to the cunning tactics used by the British Empire to maintain a system of oppression. Let us not forget this part of history and continue to learn from the past. They not only survived but also thrived, forming…
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