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A new code of regulation known as Cornwallis code was compiled by____________.

Sir George Barlow

Explanation

Sir George Barlow was acting Governor-General of India from the death of Lord Cornwallis in 1805. He was acting Governor-General till the arrival of Lord Minto in 1807. The new code of regulations known as the Cornwallis Code was compiled by Sir George Barlow. This code contained significant provisions regarding governing, policing and civil administration.