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Who proposed the Mahalwari Settlement?
Who proposed the Mahalwari Settlement?
What is the rent rate set by the Mahalwari Settlement?
What is the rent rate set by the Mahalwari Settlement?
Which of the following states did the Mahalwari Settlement apply to?
Which of the following states did the Mahalwari Settlement apply to?
What was the extent of land covered by the Mahalwari Settlement in British India?
What was the extent of land covered by the Mahalwari Settlement in British India?
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What type of ownership does the Mahalwari Settlement emphasize?
What type of ownership does the Mahalwari Settlement emphasize?
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Study Notes
Mahalwari Settlement
- The Mahalwari settlement was proposed by Holt MacKenzie.
Land Ownership and Management
- The village community collectively owns the land.
- Community members can pay rent individually or jointly.
Applicability and Extent
- The Mahalwari settlement was applicable in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab.
- It covered approximately 30% of the land in British India.
Rent Details
- The rent rate was 80% of the total produce.
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Description
The Mahalwari Settlement was a system of land revenue introduced by Holt MacKenzie in British India. It was based on collective rights of the village community on land. Learn more about its features and application.
