Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

Question:

Match the following questions.

 

1. Zamindari system A. Taxes were directly collected from peasants.
2. Ryotwari system B. Land was divided into Mahals.
3. Mahalwari system C. Ownership rights were given to Zamindars.

 

Options:

1-B, 2-C, 3-A

1-C, 2-A, 3- B

1-A, 2-B, 3-C

1-C, 2-B, 3-A

Correct Answer:

1-C, 2-A, 3- B

Explanation:

There were 3 types of land revenue settlement system:

  • Zamindari system - Ownership rights were given to zamindars
  • Ryotwari system - Taxes were directly collected from peasants
  • Mahalwari system - Land was divided into mahals