Indentured labor was described as a new system of slavery because :
(i) Agents tempted the poor people by giving false information about the nature of work, living and working conditions, final destinations modes of
travel, etc.
(ii) Less willing workers were at time forcibly abducted by the agents,
(iii) On the plantation, the working conditions were harsh and they had a few legal rights.
(iv) They were beaten or imprisoned for not being able to meet tasks that used to be very heavy or for running away from the job.
(v) Normal medical attention was given to them and, wages were deducted in case of absence at work or failure to fulfill the task
