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John Morley: “In every view it is important that the indigenous people of India, or those among them who by their habits, character…”

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In every view it is important that the indigenous people of India, or those among them who by their habits, character, or position may be induced to aspire to office, should, as far as possible, be qualified to meet their European competitors.
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John Morley

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Morley emphasizes the importance of preparing indigenous people in India to compete with Europeans in official roles.

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