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The Imperial weight  of Tea: Key Insights on the Impact of Tea Cultivation in Colonial Assam

My perspective on tea has evolved after learning about its history in Kenya and India. I now realize that tea has a troubled past, but I used to think it was just a typical beverage. Locals' land was taken by the British and used for tea plantations. Many were compelled to work in extremely difficult conditions after losing their homes. The concept of "blood tea" in Kenya demonstrates how this past continues to have an impact today. Even new tea varieties, such as purple tea, appear to be more concerned with making money than supporting regional producers.

This caused me to reflect more thoroughly on the origins of commonplace items.An extensive history of injustice and misery can be encapsulated in a simple cup of tea. Who grew this, and are they getting fair treatment, I wonder now? I am now more conscious and cautious about what I use and purchase as a result of this education. It served as a reminder that even seemingly insignificant items, like tea, can have significant backstories.

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