Publisher's Synopsis
Church and State in India: A Minute (1885) is a book written by Theodore C. Hope. The book is a detailed analysis of the relationship between the Church and State in India during the British colonial period. The author explores the complex and often contentious relationship between the British government and the various Christian denominations operating in India at the time.The book begins with a brief history of the Christian missionary movement in India and the role played by the British government in promoting and regulating their activities. The author then goes on to examine the various ways in which the British government sought to influence the religious practices of the Indian people, including the establishment of state-sponsored schools and the promotion of Christian education.Hope also discusses the various challenges faced by the Christian churches in India, including the resistance of the Indian people to their message and the difficulties of adapting to local customs and traditions. He argues that the success of the Christian mission in India depended on a careful balance between the interests of the Church and those of the State.Overall, Church and State in India: A Minute (1885) provides a fascinating insight into the complex and often controversial relationship between the Church and State in India during the British colonial period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in India and the broader issues of religion and politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
