สมเด็จฯ กรมพระยาดํารงราชานุภาพ เสด็จตรวจราชการหัวเมือง (พ.ศ. 2435–2458)

Abstract

Provincial inspection was first begun when Prince Damrong became the Minister of Mahatthai (Civil Affairs). It aimed to organize the provincial administration into the governance of the Ministry of Mahatthai. Authority and function of provincial officials were also regulated. Provincial inspection was a key process of the centralization which helped to change and cancel the old ruling system and create the understanding of the new system. Thus, the provinces became a part of the kingdom. Provincial inspection also helped to respond to external threats.