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New Ideas in India During the Nineteenth Century by John Morrison explores the intellectual and cultural transformations that occurred in India throughout the 19th century, a time of significant change driven by both British colonial rule and the emergence of new social, religious, and philosophical movements. Morrison examines how these new ideas shaped the political, social, and religious landscapes of India, influencing the way the country would ultimately respond to colonialism and its path toward modernization.The book delves into the development of various reformist movements, such as the Brahmo Samaj and the Arya Samaj, which aimed to address issues such as social inequality, caste discrimination, and religious orthodoxy. Morrison highlights the work of prominent figures like Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Swami Vivekananda, and Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, who sought to bring about progressive change by promoting education, social justice, and religious reform. The text also discusses the broader effects of Western ideas and the interaction between British and Indian intellectual traditions during the colonial period.