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A Gazetteer of the Territories Under the Government of the Viceroy of India is an exhaustive reference work that catalogs the geographical, administrative, and socio-political landscape of British India during the colonial period. Compiled by Arthur N. Wollaston, Edward Thornton, and Roper Lethbridge, this hardcover volume serves as an invaluable historical document.
The gazetteer systematically presents information about various territories, provinces, districts, and administrative divisions under the Viceroy’s jurisdiction. It includes detailed descriptions of geography, climate, population demographics, cultural characteristics, economic activities, and governmental structures across the Indian subcontinent. The work serves as both a historical record and a practical reference guide, reflecting the colonial administration’s understanding and organization of Indian territories during the 19th century.
This scholarly compilation remains essential for historians, researchers, and anyone seeking authentic insights into the administrative organization and geographical understanding of British India, making it a significant contribution to South Asian historical documentation.
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