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In our Indian government, whatever grievance is borne is denied to exist, and all mute despair and sullen patience is construed into content and satisfaction.
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Edmund Burke
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Burke critiques the denial of grievances in the Indian government, highlighting the disconnect between authority and the people's suffering.
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