The Indian Biographical Dictionary (1915)/Carstairs, Robert
Carstairs, Robert, I.C.S. (retired); educ: Edinburgh Academy, and Edinburgh College School; passed I.C.S., 1872; joined service and arrived in India, 1874; served in Bengal and in various subordinate ranks till 1886; Deputy Commissioner, 1888; Collector and Magistrate, 1896; Commissioner, 1902; retired, 1903. Publications: British Work in India; A Plea for the better Local Government of Bengal. Address: c/o India Office, London.