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What was the impact of Aurangzeb’s long war in the Deccan?

  • Led to the rise of new social groups like artisans and craftsmen
  • Depleted the military and financial resources of the empire (correct)
  • Resulted in increased trade and commerce in the Deccan region
  • Strengthened the military and financial resources of the empire
  • Where did Sawai Raja Jai Singh establish his new capital?

  • Mumbai
  • Delhi
  • Agra
  • Jaipur (correct)
  • What was the purpose of introducing the rakhi system?

  • To increase the tax burden on cultivators
  • To grant land rights to peasant-pastoralists
  • To provide protection to cultivators in exchange for a tax (correct)
  • To abolish land revenue collection in certain regions
  • Who was responsible for the emergence of the new social groups in Awadh that influenced the revenue system?

    <p>Moneylenders and bankers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Aurangzeb's long war in the Deccan lead to the depletion of his empire's resources?

    <p>Increased military spending and prolonged conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which regions of India were peasant and zamindari rebellions most prevalent during the period discussed?

    <p>Northern and western parts of India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were Awadh, Bengal, and Hyderabad carved out of in the 18th century?

    <p>Old Mughal provinces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social groups emerged in Awadh to exert influence over the state's revenue system?

    <p>Moneylenders and bankers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Sawai Raja Jai Singh establish his new capital?

    <p>Jaipur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the system known as 'rakhi'?

    <p>To protect cultivators in exchange for a tax on their produce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who founded the Maratha Kingdom?

    <p>Shivaji</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of land revenue was known as 'Chauth'?

    <p>25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under whose leadership did the Jats rise to power?

    <p>Churaman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Aurangzeb's Long War in the Deccan

    • Led to depletion of empire's resources due to prolonged military engagement and high maintenance costs
    • Resulted in the emergence of new social groups in Awadh that influenced the revenue system

    Emergence of New States

    • Awadh, Bengal, and Hyderabad were carved out of the Mughal Empire in the 18th century
    • Sawai Raja Jai Singh established his new capital in Jaipur

    Revenue System

    • The rakhi system was introduced to provide protection to the peasants from the Zamindars
    • The system ensured that 25% of land revenue was paid to the Marathas as 'Chauth'
    • New social groups emerged in Awadh to exert influence over the state's revenue system

    Regional Rebellions

    • Peasant and zamindari rebellions were most prevalent in regions of India such as Awadh, Bengal, and Hyderabad

    Leadership and Kingdoms

    • The Maratha Kingdom was founded by Shivaji
    • The Jats rose to power under the leadership of Suraj Mal

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