The Administration of Justice in British India: Its Past History and Present State Comprising an Account of the Laws Peculiar to India

The Administration of Justice in British India; Its Past History and Present State is a work that provides an in-depth exploration of the legal system in colonial India. It examines the historical evolution of Indian law, from the early indigenous systems to the introduction of British legal practices under colonial rule. The book details the structure of the British Indian judicial system, highlighting its various courts, procedures, and laws peculiar to India, including those based on the British legal framework. It critically analyzes how the administration of justice functioned under British control and its impact on Indian society and governance.