A Glossary of Judicial and Revenue Terms, and of Useful Works occurring in Official Documents relating to the Administration of the Government of British India …. 1st Edition 2020

A Glossary of Judicial and Revenue Terms, and of Useful Works occurring in Official Documents relating to the Administration of the Government of British India is a comprehensive reference work capturing the specialized language and documentation of colonial administration. The book systematically catalogs judicial terms, revenue terminology, and key references found in official documents issued during the British governance of India. It bridges the gap between historical administration and modern research, providing clarity on terminology that shaped legal, administrative, and civil practices in colonial India.

Designed for both academic and professional audiences, the glossary includes precise definitions, contextual explanations, and references to source documents. Researchers and students of legal history, administrative law, and colonial studies can use it to decode complex legal texts, understand procedural frameworks, and examine the evolution of governance systems. Its cross-referencing of judicial, revenue, and administrative terms makes it a practical tool for historical legal research and comparative studies of law and administration.