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Two Hindu beggers
3788842 Two Hindu beggers; (add.info.: Two Hindu beggers. Photograph taken early 20th century. Caption reads: Hindoo Beggars'. Both have bandaged legs, wear rags, and the man on the right holds a can at his waist.
British postcard.); Lebrecht History
Media ID 33392762
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Begging British India British Raj Colonies Colony Ethnology South Asia Sub Continent
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This photograph, taken in the early 20th century, showcases the harsh reality of poverty in British India. Titled "Hindoo Beggars" this image captures two Hindu beggars who have fallen victim to destitution and despair. Both individuals are depicted with bandaged legs, a testament to their physical hardships. Their tattered rags serve as a stark reminder of their impoverished state, while the man on the right clutches a can at his waist, perhaps symbolizing their reliance on charity for survival. The British postcard offers us a glimpse into an era when India was under colonial rule by the British Raj. This print serves as evidence of the immense disparity that existed between the ruling empire and its subjects in South Asia. As we delve into this piece of history through photography, it is impossible not to reflect upon themes such as imperialism, colonialism, and government policies that perpetuated poverty among indigenous communities. Bridgeman Images presents this thought-provoking artwork from Fine Art Finder's collection. It invites viewers to contemplate not only the plight of these two Hindu beggars but also broader issues surrounding social inequality during this tumultuous period in Indian history. Through photographs like these, we gain insight into ethnology and witness firsthand how individuals were forced to resort to begging due to systemic injustices prevalent at that time. Let us remember those who suffered silently amidst grand empires and ponder upon our collective responsibility towards creating a more equitable world today.
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