The Evolution of the State Bank of India: The Era of the Presidency Banks, 1876-1920

by Amiya Kumar Bagchi

An AltaMira Press Book Nearing its 200th birthday, the oldest and largest commercial bank in India has been the sole banker to its government. The Evolution of the State Bank of India chronicles the momentous changes in economy, demography, and society from the late 19th to the early 20th century. From the maturation of the nascent nationalist movement to the emergence of Mohandas Gandhi, three pioneering joint-stock banks (Bengal, Bombay, and Madras) united. This analysis of the State Bank′s activities highlights the monetary and economic history of India. It is an invaluable resource for students of economics, banking, and history alike.

664 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Amiya Kumar Bagchi was an Indian political economist.