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About The Book: The Land Systems of British India by B.H. Baden-Powell, in three volumes, provides an in-depth study of land tenures, agrarian customs, and revenue administration across British India. It examines key systems like zamindari, ryotwari, and mahalwari, offering historical context and legal interpretations. Combining field knowledge with official records, Powell presents a critical resource for understanding colonial agrarian policy, rural economy, and governance. The work remains foundational for scholars and administrators studying India's land history under British rule. About The Author: Baden Henry Baden-Powell (1841–1901) was a British civil servant, judge, and scholar in colonial India. He served as Conservator of Forests in Punjab and later as Chief Court Judge in Lahore. An expert on land tenure, law, and forest conservation, he authored influential works on these subjects. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the Punjab, he was also a talented artist. His legacy blends administrative service with intellectual and artistic contributions to British India. The Title 'The land Systems Of British India: Being A Manual Of The Land-Tenures And Of The Systems Of Land-Revenue Administration Prevalent In The Several Provinces written/authored/edited by B. H. Baden Powell', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370974739 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 782 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Land tenure India. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 2nd