About
Mountstuart Elphinstone was a Scottish statesman and historian, associated with the government of British India. He later became the Governor of Bombay where he is credited with the opening of several educational institutions accessible to the Indian population. Besides being a noted administrator, he wrote books on India and Afghanistan. His works are pertinent examples of the colonial historiographical trend.
Public offices
- 1 Nov 1819 – 1 Nov 1827 Governor of Bombay
- ambassador of the United Kingdom
Education
- Royal High School