60 years of independance?

Question

am a tad wary of being mistaken for asking a racist question (im not btw, i work alongside many ethnic backgrounds, and am friendly with them all)

can anyone explain to me why independance was important, and, if it was to leave Britain (technically a sweeping statement, sorry), then what are the benefits of living here?

im completely open minded, so please dont use this as an opportunity to sling racist abuse

ralph-read question, thanks

Answer 1

i dont get the big deal about independance. i live in scotland and with all the hoo ha going on at the moment i kinda feel we are being forced by govt into independance,,, im not sure im totally in favour of it but still i dont think its that important..

for some people its just about freedom.

Answer 2

I can't pretend to know the importance of independence for the people of the Indian sub continent, but many of the peolpe this affected are still alive today.
The subsequent econimic effect it had on the communities involved was paramount. Also the segregation and the loss of life that followed was also substantial.
The result of this also had an effect on the British community and foriegn diplomatic relations. Some of the Indian, Pakistani people, etc. who now live in Britain lost many members of their family at this time, through the violence and conflict that ensued. Also through poor distibution of wealth, lack of food,etc.
The BBC and the other TV stations are running some really interesting programmes at the moment on the history and the natural history of the continent.
Independance brought about the States of Pakistan and Bangladesh. Partly throiugh language and cultural barriers many people have missed out on this part of world history, yet it affected a propotion of our citizens. Maybe this is a good opportunity for all of us to learn more about this phase in both our nations histories and broaden our knowledge for the future.

Answer 3

Well now Jon, I hope I can answer your question. 60 years of independence is actually being celebrated in India, and other cultures as well. Independence is important, it reflects many things, from way back then to now. If independence was to leave Britain, I'm sure your country can live without the pacifier, and become self sufficient. Oops you did say your open minded right. Let me know if I have my facts wrong please, I can definitely learn from it.
Peace,
Brownies

Answer 4

Ghandi said words to the effect that it was better to be run badly by your own hand than be run by a foreign power. What right did Britain have to subjugate another people? Britain may have given India industrialisation and "civilization" - but the Indians did not bring it themselves. Britain may have given India much, but it also took much away, and held India and its people in very low regard. Is it not better to hold your own tyrants to account than to have to hold the tyrants of another country to account?

Answer 5

http://www.biggrowl.co.uk/1707.HTM