Summary: The year 1872-73 saw improvements in the civil justice system with an increase in the number of cases disposed of by the courts. The Small Cause Court saw a high proportion of cases decided in favor of the plaintiff, reflecting brisk trade in Calcutta. The High Court saw a large number of appeals being disposed of, though there was a fall in regular, special, and criminal appeals. In the interior, a significant number of suits were instituted across different courts. The Municipalities in Bengal showed increased expenditure with Calcutta being an exception. The police force in different regions saw variations in arrests and convictions, pointing to issues such as rising crime rates in some areas. Jail statistics revealed a connection between crime and economic factors like food prices. The prisons aimed to improve discipline and offer education to prisoners, though challenges persisted in keeping short-term prisoners engaged in meaningful work. British Burma observed a significant rise in the total number of prisoners, with efforts made to manage the increasing prison population effectively.