India Under Ripon: A Private Diary

India Under Ripon A Private Diary by Wilfrid Scawen Blunt is a personal and political account of British rule in India during Lord Ripon’s tenure as Viceroy (1880–1884). Blunt, a staunch critic of imperialism, provides a candid perspective on Ripon’s reformist policies, including attempts at local self-government and easing racial discrimination. His diary offers insights into colonial governance, British-Indian relations, and the resistance faced by progressive policies. The book remains a valuable historical document reflecting Blunt’s anti-imperialist convictions.