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About The Book: Hindu Law as Administered in British India is a work that examines the application and evolution of Hindu legal principles during British colonial rule in India. The book explores how Hindu personal law, including family, inheritance, and property rights, was interpreted and enforced by British courts. It discusses the influence of traditional Hindu texts such as the Manu Smriti and Yajnavalkya Smriti, and how British authorities adapted these laws to fit colonial administrative frameworks. The work reflects on the tensions between indigenous practices and colonial legal systems, illustrating the complex interplay of law, culture, and power during this period in Indian history. About The Author: Ernest John Trevelyan (1850–1924) was an English author, scholar, and intellectual. Born in London, he was the son of Henry Willoughby Trevelyan and Emilia Anne Greig. Trevelyan contributed to various fields, including historical and literary studies. He married Winifred Helen Aitchison in 1909 and lived in Oxford, where he was part of the scholarly community. Known for his analytical and reflective approach, Trevelyan’s works often explored history and culture. He passed away in Oxford in 1924, leaving a legacy of academic and literary contributions that have had a lasting impact on British intellectual life. The Title 'Hindu Law as Administered in British India written/authored/edited by Sir Ernest John Trevelyan', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369201662 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 770 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.