A scholar who did the math on colonialism, then refused to swear on the Bible. Bold.

Good News in History, July 26

Dadabhai Naoroji became Britain's first Indian MP in 1892. He refused the Bible oath, swearing on the Zoroastrian Khordeh Avesta. His 'drain theory' quantified colonial exploitation, estimating £200-300 million drained from India yearly. His work inspired Gandhi and Indian nationalism. He also supported Irish independence.

Source: Good News in History, July 26 — Good News Network

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