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What is the primary objective of the revenue collection system described?
What is the primary objective of the revenue collection system described?
- To ensure a one-time collection of land taxes.
- To assist in land sales between villages.
- To document land ownership disputes in villages.
- To provide a permanent and regular flow of revenue. (correct)
Which feature is NOT a part of the revenue collection system?
Which feature is NOT a part of the revenue collection system?
- Recording of land rights.
- Estimation of revenue for each plot.
- Temporary land leases for villages. (correct)
- Regular inspection of land in villages.
What does the system require regarding land in each village?
What does the system require regarding land in each village?
- It mandates the sale of excess land to the government.
- It involves village-by-village inspection and measurement of land. (correct)
- It offers compensation for land not in use or leased.
- It requires tax payments before land measurement.
What aspect of land is specifically recorded in the system?
What aspect of land is specifically recorded in the system?
Which term is associated with the land revenue collection system described?
Which term is associated with the land revenue collection system described?
How does the revenue collection system ensure revenue flow?
How does the revenue collection system ensure revenue flow?
What method is used to gather revenue from land in the villages?
What method is used to gather revenue from land in the villages?
Why is precise land measurement important in the revenue collection system?
Why is precise land measurement important in the revenue collection system?
What role does the recording of land rights play in the system?
What role does the recording of land rights play in the system?
How is the revenue amount determined for each plot of land?
How is the revenue amount determined for each plot of land?
Study Notes
Land Revenue Collection System
- The system is designed to provide a permanent and regular flow of income for the company.
- Land measurement and registration of land rights are carried out.
- Each village is inspected and its land is measured.
- Revenue for each plot of land is estimated.
- The system is referred to as "mahalwari system".
Revenue Collection System Features
- The system involved a fixed amount payable to the company.
- Revenue collection was regular and predictable.
- Revenue was gathered from villages through a system of officers.
- Land was meticulously measured.
- Land rights were recorded for different plots.
- Estimated revenue per plot was calculated.
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Test your knowledge on the land revenue collection system, specifically focusing on the mahalwari system. Explore topics such as land measurement, registration of rights, and revenue estimation. This quiz covers essential aspects of maintaining a stable income flow for the company.
