Rulers Of India - Demetrius Charles De Kavanagh Boulger - Bog

Rulers of India: Lord William Bentinck is a biographical book written by Demetrius Charles De Kavanagh Boulger in 1892. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of Lord William Bentinck, who served as the Governor-General of India from 1828 to 1835. The book starts with a brief introduction of Lord William Bentinck and his family background. It then goes on to describe his early life and career in the British Army, where he rose to the rank of General. The book also covers his political career, including his appointment as Governor of Madras and later as Governor-General of India.The author provides a detailed account of Lord Bentinck's policies and reforms during his tenure as Governor-General. He abolished the practice of sati, promoted education and social reforms, and introduced measures to improve the administration of justice. The book also covers his efforts to suppress the Thuggee cult and his role in the First Anglo-Burmese War.The book concludes with an analysis of Lord Bentinck's legacy and his impact on India. The author highlights his contributions to the development of modern India and his role in shaping British colonial policy.Overall, Rulers of India: Lord William Bentinck is a well-researched and informative book that provides a comprehensive account of Lord Bentinck's life and achievements. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India and the British Empire.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.