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The Hindoos, who never incorporated with their conquerors, were kept in order only by the strong hand of power.
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Edmund Burke
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gutenberg.orgEdmund Burke: “The Hindoos, who never incorporated with their conquerors, were kept in order only by the strong hand of power.”
Editor's note · Context
Burke notes the historical challenges faced by the Hindoos since the Mahomedan conquests, emphasizing their unique plight.
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