This paper examines the transformation of India's legal landscape during British colonial rule. The transformation signalled a shift from fluid and diverse pre-colonial traditions to rigid codified systems. The fluidity can be ascribed to a complex interplay of religious laws, rulers' wills, local customs, and regional practices. Hindu and Islamic legal traditions coexisted alongside various customary laws, creating a multifaceted legal environment. British administration initiated standardization and codification, to negotiate this maze in order to administer justice in an unfamiliar context. The study explores the motivations behind this transformation, its implementation process, and the lasting impact.