A Revenue History of the Sundarbans: From 1870 to 1920 [Hardcover]
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A Revenue History of the Sundarbans: From 1870 to 1920 [Hardcover]

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A comprehensive examination of the revenue systems and administrative structures of the Sundarbans region during the British colonial period. This historical work traces the economic development and taxation policies that shaped one of India’s most significant geographical and economic zones.

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This scholarly work by F.D. Ascoli provides an in-depth analysis of the revenue history of the Sundarbans from 1870 to 1920, a critical period during British colonial rule in India. The book examines the complex administrative systems, taxation policies, and economic transformations that occurred in this unique deltaic region.

Ascoli meticulously documents the revenue structures, land assessments, and financial management practices implemented during this fifty-year period. The study explores how colonial authorities navigated the challenging terrain and environmental conditions of the Sundarbans while establishing profitable revenue collection systems.

Through detailed historical analysis, the work illuminates the relationship between colonial economic policies and the local population, providing valuable insights into the administrative history of the region. This hardcover edition from Gyan Publishing House serves as an essential resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the economic foundations of modern India during its colonial period.

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Author

F.D. Ascoli
Publisher

‏ : ‎ Gyan Publishing House
ISBN

9789375485957

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