Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Peasants, Zamindars and the State

Question:

In Mughal India, which of the following lands was cultivated for the private use of zamindars?

Options:

Bataidari lands

Milkiyat lands

Khalisa lands

Diwani lands

Correct Answer:

Milkiyat lands

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Milkiyat lands

" The zamindars held extensive personal lands termed milkiyat, meaning property. Milkiyat lands were cultivated for the private use of zamindars, often with the help of hired or servile labour. The zamindars could sell, bequeath or mortgage these lands at will.".