| ID | 118908 |
| Title Proper | Economics of reproduction |
| Other Title Information | horse-breeding in early colonial India, 1790-1840 |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Mishra, Saurabh |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The expansionist policies of the early colonial regime led to a significant emphasis on the importance of a large cavalry, but horses of a suitable quality appeared difficult to obtain within the subcontinent. Several measures were consequently taken to encourage horse-breeding, including the establishment of government studs and policies directed towards the creation of a 'native' market in quality horses. However, these measures did not appear to produce any significant results, despite sustained implementation. This paper examines in detail colonial policies on horse-breeding and links them to the larger economic logic of empire. It touches on several related themes such as early colonial interaction with 'native' agents, the question of free markets, and the impact of utilitarian and physiocratic doctrines on colonial policies. |
| `In' analytical Note | Modern Asian Studies Vol. 46, No.5; Sep 2012: p.1116-1144 |
| Journal Source | Modern Asian Studies Vol. 46, No.5; Sep 2012: p.1116-1144 |
| Key Words | Expansionist Policies ; Colonial Policies ; Colonial Interaction ; Colonial India ; India |