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This hardcover edition presents a meticulous study of Chittagong’s revenue history, documenting the complex systems of taxation, land management, and economic administration that shaped the region. H. J. S. Cotton, drawing on extensive historical research and administrative records, traces the evolution of revenue policies from early colonial periods through subsequent administrative transformations.
The memorandum offers valuable insights into how revenue collection systems functioned, the relationship between governance and local populations, and the economic structures that underpinned Chittagong’s development. This work is essential for historians, scholars of South Asian colonial history, and those interested in understanding regional economic systems. The detailed examination of fiscal policies provides context for comprehending broader patterns of administrative history in Bengal.
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