In Bengal, the term "Raja" which literal

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Colonialism and the Countryside

Question:

In Bengal, the term "Raja" which literally meant king was often used to designate:

Options:

Village Headmen

Powerful Zamindars

Rich Peasants

Military Commander

Correct Answer:

Powerful Zamindars

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Powerful Zamindars

Raja (literally king) was a term that was often used to designate powerful zamindars in Bengal.