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About The Book: Rulers of India: Lord Lawrence and the Reconstruction of India Under the Crown is a biographical account of Sir John Lawrence, a key figure in British colonial India. Written by Sir William Wilson Hunter, the book explores Lawrence's role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857, his tenure as Viceroy, and his significant contributions to the restructuring of India under British rule. Lord Lawrence is credited with restoring order after the rebellion, implementing reforms, and shaping policies that influenced the future governance of India. His leadership helped consolidate British control and laid the foundations for the modernization of the colony. About The Author: Charles Umpherston Aitchison (1832–1896) was a distinguished Scottish colonial administrator. As Lieutenant Governor of the Punjab and Chief Commissioner of British Burma, he significantly impacted the region's governance and development. Aitchison founded Aitchison College in Lahore and supported the University of the Punjab, promoting education and Indian participation in the civil service. He compiled a comprehensive collection of treaties and played a key role in reforming the opium trade in Burma. Known for his thorough administrative work, he retired in 1888 after contributing greatly to British India’s policies. Aitchison passed away in Oxford in 1896. The Title 'Rulers of India Lord Lawrence: And The Reconstruction of India Under the Crown written/authored/edited by Sir Charles Aitchison', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370977372 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 248 (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 14.34 x 22.59 cms.