Dogra Rule in Jammu & Kashmir: Gulab Singh and the Consolidation of the Princely State
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Gulab Singh's reign marked the first phase of consolidation of the Jammu & Kashmir princely state created in 1846. This article examines his political rise, establishment of authority in Kashmir, administration, revenue system, frontier challenges, shawl…