Summary: Edward Thompson in "The Other Side of the Medal" criticizes British rule in India, highlighting the suppression of self-criticism, the imposition of high salaries on officials compared to the meager wages of Indian workers, and the exploitation of Indian resources for British benefit. Thompson exposes the appalling living conditions and lack of basic amenities in Indian slums, contrasting them with the excessive luxury enjoyed by the British elite. He questions the justification of British colonialism and emphasizes the need for a shift towards a more humane and equitable system that benefits the Indian masses and promotes social justice. Thompson calls for a reevaluation of imperialist traditions, pointing out that the perpetuation of poverty and oppression is intertwined with imperialism. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and rectifying the injustices perpetuated by the British Empire in India to pave the way for a more harmonious and just society.