According to James Mill, what were the powers of a Resident in a princely state?

Implementing the interests of East India Company

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Collecting taxes

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Maintaining of records

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Conducting surveys

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The correct option is A Implementing the interests of East India Company
James Mill was a British historian who kept records on British activities in India. The Residents were appointed by the Company to implement the best interests of the Company in the princely states.

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