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About The Book: Lectures on Indian Law by William Markby offers a comprehensive analysis of the legal system in British India. Markby outlines the development of Indian law, emphasizing its foundations in Hindu, Muslim, and British legal traditions. He discusses the administration of justice, the role of courts, and legal principles governing personal, property, and criminal matters. The work explores the challenges of integrating indigenous legal customs with colonial governance, offering valuable insights into the evolution of Indian legal practices under British rule. About The Author: Sir William Markby (1829–1914) was an English judge, legal scholar, and writer. Educated at Oxford, he was called to the bar and later became a judge at the Calcutta High Court in India. Markby also served as Vice Chancellor of the University of Calcutta and was a Reader in Indian Law at Oxford. Renowned for his works on Indian law and legal philosophy, including Elements of Law and The Indian Evidence Act, he contributed significantly to legal education and thought, particularly in India. The Title 'Lectures On Indian Law written/authored/edited by William Markby', published in the year 1873. The ISBN 9789371333160 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 196 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is India, Law. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.