Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following is an appropriate definition of 'abwab' in Mughal empire?

Options:

government's fund treasures

court's clown

Additional tax on land

prize for good governance

Correct Answer:

Additional tax on land

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Additional tax on land

The appropriate definition of 'abwab' in the Mughal Empire is: Additional tax on land

In the Mughal administration, 'abwab' referred to the extra taxes or levies imposed on land beyond the regular revenue assessments.