A living repository of research papers, articles, books, and reports about Lakshadweep’s ecology, culture, history, and development spanning several decades.
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| Year of Publication | Type of Document | Name & Summary | Author | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | Report | Report on the Laccadive Islands dated May 19, 1848A comprehensive colonial-era documentation of the Laccadive Islands by the then-Head Assistant Collector of Malabar, detailing geography, history, economic activities and Arabian trade connections during the mid-19th century British administration of the region. | W. Robinson, ESQ | View Online |
| 1893 | Book | Botany of the LaccadivesPioneering botanical survey documenting the flora of the Laccadive archipelago, cataloging indigenous and introduced plant species while analyzing their distribution patterns and ecological adaptations to the area's unique environment. | David Prain | View Online |
| 1924 | Report | A Short Account of the Laccadive Islands and MinicoyDetailed historical and cultural examination of Lakshadweep and Minicoy, covering sovereignty transitions, administrative structures, local customs, and socioeconomic activities, with special attention to the Ali Raja period and colonial governance. | R. H. Ellis, ICS | View Online |
| 1952 | Report | Report of the Special Inspecting Officer of the Laccadive and Amindivi IslandsLandmark post-independence assessment documenting Lakshadweep's administration, socioeconomic conditions, infrastructure needs, and development priorities, providing crucial baseline data for the newly integrated territory's governance within independent India. | S. Y. Krishnaswami | Request Access* |
| 1960 | Information Booklet | Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi IslandsOfficial government publication providing an introductory overview of the archipelago's culture, history, governance, and daily life, aimed at familiarizing mainland Indians with the newly integrated island territory. | Ministry of Information and Broadcasting | Request Access* |
| 1961 | Report | Census of India - Volume XXI - Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi IslandsExhaustive demographic documentation recording population statistics, household data, socioeconomic indicators, settlement patterns, and occupational structure of the archipelago, establishing the first comprehensive population baseline after the territory's integration into India. | Superintendent of Census Operations, Kerala and the Union Territory of Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands | View Online |
| 1961 | Report | Report of the General and Rapid Health Survey of the Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands - 1961Comprehensive public health assessment similar to the Khoshoo report documenting disease patterns, nutrition status, healthcare infrastructure, and sanitation conditions across the archipelago | Dr. C. A. Alexander | Download PDF |
| 1961 | Report | Report On Leprosy Incidence in Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi IslandsSpecialized epidemiological study examining leprosy prevalence across the archipelago, documenting case distribution, socio-medical factors, treatment infrastructure, and containment recommendations for public health authorities in the newly formed territory. | Dr. P. N. Khoshoo | Download PDF |
| 1965 | Report | Atlas of the Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi IslandsPioneering cartographic compilation featuring detailed maps and illustrations, geographical information, settlement patterns, and physical features of the archipelago, providing the first comprehensive spatial documentation of the UT after integration. | Murkot Ramunny | View Online |
| 1965 | Report | Union Territory of Laccadives - Annual Administration Report For The Year 1963-64Official administrative document detailing governance activities, development initiatives, budget allocations, and public service delivery across the archipelago during a formative year in the territory's administrative evolution under Indian governance. | Secretariat of Laccadive, Minicoy & Amindivi Islands, Kavaratti | Download PDF |
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