Looted South Asian Artifacts Kept in The British Museum

Join The Underline on a journey of historic injustices and looted legacy that the British have proudly displayed in their museums. From the world-famous Kohinoor to the stolen necklace of Robert Clive, learn about the repercussions of colonial theft and the artifacts that never should have left their homeland. Find out about the precious Sri Lankan statue of Goddess Tara, Tipu Sultan's belongings, Sher-e-Punjab Ranjit Singh's throne, and many other treasures acquired by the British Empire from South Asian countries. Be a part of this discourse and ponder upon the harsh realities of these silent, stolen witnesses of history.