Punjab Settlement Manual

Punjab Settlement Manual by James M. Douie is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 435 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.

What it's about

Punjab Settlement Manual by Sir James McCrone Douie (1899) is a comprehensive guide to the land revenue and settlement system of the Punjab during British rule. It outlines principles and procedures for land assessment, classification, and taxation, emphasizing fair revenue collection while safeguarding cultivators’ rights. Douie details administrative practices, legal frameworks, and the rationale behind policies such as the Land Alienation Act. The manual became a key reference for civil servants, reflecting Douie’s deep expertise in Punjab’s agrarian structure and colonial administration.

Book details

• Author: James M. Douie
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 435
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1930

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Is Punjab Settlement Manual available in paperback or hardcover?

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What language is this edition in?

This edition is in English.

Who wrote Punjab Settlement Manual?

Punjab Settlement Manual is written by James M. Douie.

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