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Rh of the newly established Calcutta University, He endowed the Calcutta University with the magnificent donation of three lakhs of rupees in order to found a law professorship, which has thenceforward been known after him. His splendid library, which is one of the best private libraries, shows his love of learning. He also spent large sums in establishing hospitals and charitable dispensaries.

He evinced an interest in the political affairs of his country, and was one of the founders of the British Indian Association.

By his last will and testament, he bequeathed his whole property to his nephew, Jatindra Mohon (now Maharaja Sir), thereby disinheriting his own son. He died in 1868.