The True Policy Of Organizing A System Of Railways For India (1847)

By James Ward

Book Overview

The True Policy of Organizing a System of Railways for India is a book written by James Ward in 1847. The book is a comprehensive guide to the development of a railway system in India, which was then a British colony. Ward, who was a civil engineer and a railway expert, argued that the construction of railways in India was essential for the economic and social development of the country.The book begins with an overview of the history of railways, including their development in Europe and America. Ward then discusses the potential benefits of railways in India, such as the reduction of transportation costs, the increase in agricultural productivity, and the facilitation of trade and commerce.Ward also addresses the challenges of building railways in India, such as the difficult terrain, the lack of skilled labor, and the resistance of the local population. He offers practical solutions to these challenges, such as the use of local materials and labor, the establishment of training programs for Indian workers, and the adoption of a cooperative approach with local communities.The book concludes with a detailed plan for the construction of a railway system in India, including the routes, the types of trains, and the financing of the project. Ward's vision for a railway system in India was eventually realized, with the first railway line opening in 1853, and the network expanding rapidly over the following decades.Overall, The True Policy of Organizing a System of Railways for India is an important historical document, providing insight into the early development of railways in India and the role of British colonialism in shaping the country's infrastructure.This scarce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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104404818
• ISBN13: 9781104404819
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"