
This gazetteer is a perfect mirror of a region's history and topography. First published in 1911, this primary source presents a detailed account of the geographical features, rivers, agriculture, and rich folk culture of the then-undivided Rangpur district of Bengal. Compiled by the British administrative officer J.N. Gupta, this book provides an in-depth analysis of Rangpur's famous tobacco cultivation, the history of indigo farming, and the political relationship of this region with the Kings of Cooch Behar. For historians, researchers, and readers searching for their roots, this classical volume is an essential collection for understanding the portrayal of the settlements and social evolution of North Bengal.