First Published in 1984 Province and Politics in Late Imperial China presents analysis of one of the regional governments of China, the administration of the Szechwan governor-general from its apogee at the end of the nineteenth century to its nadir in the revolution of 1911. The Szechwan governor – general not only ruled the one province of Szechwan, but also exercised significant powers in Kweichow, the Tibetan borderlands, and parts of Yunnan and Hupei, as well as playing a major role in imperial politics. He was therefore a regional and not simply a provincial figure, while Szechwan was characteristic of the system of Chinese regions. This book seeks to show that the main threat to the dominance of the Szechwan governors – general came from their own modernizing activities; viceregal government broke down in the attempt to use traditional means to modern ends. In microcosm, therefore, Szechwan displays the pattern in both politics and ecology that was one of disruptive modernization in China. This book is an interesting read for scholars of Chinese history.

Prof (Dr.) Poonam Nandal, Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (Deemed to be University), is an esteemed academic and researcher with an impressive career spanning over 19 years. Her academic journey reached its pinnacle with a Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering from YMCA University of Science & Technology in 2017. Complementing this, she holds a Master’s degree in Computer Engineering from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak, showcasing a comprehensive educational background. Dr. Nandal scholarly impact is evidenced by her substantial contributions, including 6 patents and more than 40 research papers published in esteemed conferences and peer-reviewed journals. These publications are indexed in renowned databases such as Scopus, WoS, EBSCO, and UGC Care, underscoring her dedication to advancing knowledge in her field. Beyond her research, she actively participates in advisory and editorial capacities for respected peer-reviewed journals.

Prof (Dr.) Mamta Dahiya has over 23 years of experience in academia, industry, and research. She was closely associated with research and development in the field of spatial data analytics, retrieval, Pattern Recognition, Data Science, Machine Learning, and Information Security, focusing on multiple aspects of societal problems. She has completed her Doctorate in Computer Science and Engineering from Deenbandhu Chotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal. She has a Masters in Technology in Computer Science & Engineering with a Gold Medal. She has almost 85 research publications in various international and national journals of repute & conferences. She has 20 Indian & international patents granted & published. She has authored & edited multiple books with international publishers. She holds professional memberships in societies like IEEE, LMCSI, IJHEPS, and LMSGSD. She has completed 8 research projects funded by national and international funding agencies. She has recently completed the Consultancy on “Asian Metropolis” services to carry out the full pro>cess of research, analysis, and elaboration of the contents of the publication “Asian Metropolitan Report” with Metropolis, Barcelona, Spain, and “Technology Implementation for Water Management System in Gurugram” a Department of Science Technology sponsored project. She has held various esteemed positions throughout her career, including Dean of the Faculty of Engineering & Technology, Research Track Professor, Program Director, Board of Studies (BOS)/DRC Member, Research and Development (R&D) Chair, ICC Chairperson, etc. Her unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and integrity has driven her efforts in each role, impacting the institution, faculty, and students she has served.

Dr. Meeta Singh, Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (Deemed to be University is a distinguished academician and researcher with over 22 years of experience in the field of Computer Science & Engineering. She earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering from Bhagwant University, Ajmer, in 2015. Her academic portfolio also includes an M.Tech in Information Technology from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New Delhi (2007), and an M.Sc in Electronics from Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Rajasthan (1999), demonstrating a robust and multidisciplinary educational foundation. Dr. Singh has made significant contributions to her field, holding six patents and publishing more than 40 research papers in esteemed conferences and peer-reviewed journals. Many of these works are indexed in Scopus, WoS, EBSCO, and UGC Care, underscoring her commitment to advancing research and innovation. She also serves in advisory and editorial capacities for prominent academic journals.

Dr. Arvind Dagur is currently working as Professor and Program Chair in school of Computing Science and Engineering, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, India. He worked as Professor & Head, in Department of Computer Science and Engineering, KEC (KIET Group) Ghaziabad. He has 18 Years of experience in vari>ous reputed colleges such as AKGEC Ghaziabad, ABES Ghaziabad, and Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida etc. He completed my Ph.D. (Computer Engineering) from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India (A Central University)

Prof. Brijesh Kumar is Dean School of Computer Applications, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad, since August 2024. Before this he worked as Dean (Academics) with Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad. Earlier, he was Dean of the School of Engineering & Technology with Ansal University, Gurgaon, since January 2018. Before this, he was Dean of Academics and Dean of School of Engineering Technology at K.R. Mangalam University, Gurgaon. During his association of more than 14 years with Lingaya’s group Faridabad, he worked at various positions including Director, Head (IT), Professor (CSE), Associate Dean, Dean Academics and Dean R&D subsequently. Prior to Lingaya’s group, Faridabad, Dr. Kumar worked with ITS, STG and TVI. He has got more than 28 years of experience in academ>ics, Industry and Research. Prof. Kumar, completed Ph.D (2009) in Computer Science in the area of Network Simulation from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. He has done M.Tech. in Computer Science (2001) and M.Tech. in Applied Geophysics (1996) from Kurukshetra University.