India Under Dalhousie And Canning (1865)

India Under Dalhousie and Canning is a historical book written by George Douglas Campbell in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive account of the British rule in India during the tenure of Lord Dalhousie and Lord Canning. The author delves into the political, social, and economic aspects of the British administration in India during this period.The book starts with an introduction to the East India Company and its early history in India. It then goes on to discuss the various policies and reforms introduced by Lord Dalhousie during his tenure as Governor-General of India. These include the introduction of the Doctrine of Lapse, the annexation of various Indian states, and the construction of railways and telegraph lines.The book also covers the events leading up to the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and the subsequent actions taken by Lord Canning to suppress the rebellion. The author provides a detailed account of the rebellion and its aftermath, including the establishment of direct British rule in India and the introduction of various reforms to appease the Indian population.Overall, India Under Dalhousie and Canning is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British India. The book provides a detailed and insightful account of the British rule in India during a crucial period in its history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.