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What was the impact of Aurangzeb’s long war in the Deccan?
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?
Where did Sawai Raja Jai Singh establish his new capital?
- Mumbai
- Delhi
- Agra
- Jaipur (correct)
What was the purpose of introducing the rakhi system?
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?
Who was responsible for the emergence of the new social groups in Awadh that influenced the revenue system?
Why did Aurangzeb's long war in the Deccan lead to the depletion of his empire's resources?
Why did Aurangzeb's long war in the Deccan lead to the depletion of his empire's resources?
In which regions of India were peasant and zamindari rebellions most prevalent during the period discussed?
In which regions of India were peasant and zamindari rebellions most prevalent during the period discussed?
What were Awadh, Bengal, and Hyderabad carved out of in the 18th century?
What were Awadh, Bengal, and Hyderabad carved out of in the 18th century?
Which social groups emerged in Awadh to exert influence over the state's revenue system?
Which social groups emerged in Awadh to exert influence over the state's revenue system?
Where did Sawai Raja Jai Singh establish his new capital?
Where did Sawai Raja Jai Singh establish his new capital?
What was the purpose of the system known as 'rakhi'?
What was the purpose of the system known as 'rakhi'?
Who founded the Maratha Kingdom?
Who founded the Maratha Kingdom?
What percentage of land revenue was known as 'Chauth'?
What percentage of land revenue was known as 'Chauth'?
Under whose leadership did the Jats rise to power?
Under whose leadership did the Jats rise to power?
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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Test your knowledge on the Mughal Empire and 18th century India with very short type questions covering topics such as Aurangzeb's wars, peasant and zamindari rebellions, carving of new states, and emerging social groups. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about this period of Indian history.
