Routledge A Constitutional History of India, 1600-1935

Gain a deep understanding of the legal and political evolution of British rule in India with this comprehensive historical text. Published by Routledge as part of the British in India series, this work offers a detailed analysis of constitutional developments spanning over three centuries. The narrative begins with the East India Company prior to Plassey, examining its original constitution, the administration of its settlements, and its complex relationship with Indian states. Readers will follow the progression of governance through the years, leading to the significant reforms of the 1930s. This volume provides a thorough account of the events that preceded the White Paper and includes a dedicated analysis of the Government of India Act 1935. Written by Professor Arthur Berriedale Keith, this book serves as a foundational resource for students, historians, and legal scholars interested in the constitutional history and administrative structures of the British era.