Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first prime minister, had a complex relationship with the British, which evolved.
Nehru was educated at Harrow and Cambridge in England and deeply knew British politics and culture.
Nehru was also a vocal critic of British colonialism and imperialism and played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence.
Despite his criticisms of British rule, Nehru maintained close personal relationships with many British politicians, including Prime Minister.
Nehru was deeply influenced by the Fabian Society, a British socialist organisation that advocated for social democracy and gradual reform.
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