Biography of an Indian Patriot : Maharaja Lakshmishwar Singh of Darbhanga by Jata Shankar Jha

This book is the biography of a ruler who was a nationalist by core of his heart, egalitarian by character and one who had a complete faith in the parliamentary system. He was the first elected representative of India. Maharaja Lakshmishwar Singh was a crusader against social evils like child marriage, bride selling and unmatched marriage. This book deals with the life of a man who encouraged modern education and girls education and extended financial assistance to educational institutions across the country. This book is the biography of that ruler who formed the first organization dedicated for cow protection. Besides, he gave protection to grand son of Mughal emperor Bahadurashah Zafar and niece of Maharani Lakshmibaee. He associated with Poona Sarvjanik Sabha and Indian National Congress mid political demands including freedom of expression. The book now awaits your critical appreciation which deals with life of a ruler who left this world after leading an eventful and memorable life of 40 years.