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About The Book: "Happy India: As It Might Be If Guided by Modern Science" by Arnold Lupton envisions a scientifically driven transformation of India under British rule. Lupton advocates for the application of modern science and technology in agriculture, industry, public health, and education to improve living standards. He emphasizes the need for irrigation, mechanization, sanitation, and scientific education. However, the book reflects a colonial mindset, positioning Western science as superior, while downplaying India's own rich traditions and knowledge systems. About The Author: Arnold Lupton, (1846–1930) was a British civil engineer, academic, and Liberal Party politician. He contributed to coal mining and engineering advancements, and authored works advocating the application of modern science to societal improvement, including in colonial India. He also served as a Member of Parliament from 1906 to 1910. The Title 'Happy India: As it might be If guided by modern science written/authored/edited by Arnold Lupton', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367803554 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 192 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Agriculture. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.