Charles Grant was a British politician influential in Indian and domestic affairs who, motivated by his evangelical Christianity, championed the causes of "social reform" and Christian mission, particularly in India. He served as Chairman of the British East India Company, and as a member of parliament (MP), and was an energetic member of the Clapham Sect. The "Clapham Sect" were a group of social activists who spoke out about the moral imperative to end slavery.
- Occupation
- politician, missionary
- Position held
- member of the 2nd Parliament of the United Kingdom, member of the 3rd Parliament of the United Kingdom, member of the 4th Parliament of the United Kingdom, member of the 5th Parliament of the United Kingdom
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain
