The Rani introduced several reforms to establish social freedom and civic equality.
Agriculture and trade registered considerable progress during this period. Cultivation of waste lands and hill tops was given top priority.
The restrictions on trade were removed by the abolition of several export and import duties.
The practice of employment of labour for government work without payment of wages known as 'Uzhiyam' was stopped by Rani.
All persons, irrespective of caste and status, were permitted by a royal proclamation to have tiled roofs for their houses.
Christian missions were given all facilities to carry on their evangelising activities. Rent free land and free timber were supplied for the erection of churches.
Under Rani's patronage LMS (London Mission Society) at Nagercoil established in 1816.
She also gave help to CMS (Church Mission Society) on its activities at Alleppey and Kottayam.
The Nairs, Ezhavas and other Sudra communities were permitted to wear ornaments of gold and silver without making the customary payment to the state.
Regency of Rani Gouri Parvati Bai was an epoch of liberal administration.
Col. Munroe who relinquished the post of Diwan in 1814 continued to guide the administration of the state till he laid down office as Resident in 1818.
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