10 Questions
Which company became the diwan (revenue collector) of certain areas in India in 1765?
The East India Company
What did the Company's corrupt servants do after becoming the diwan?
They extracted huge amounts of land revenue from the peasants
What were the consequences of the Company's methods of revenue collection?
Widespread misery among the peasants and a decline in agricultural production
What was the purpose of the Company's experiments with revenue collection?
To ensure a regular flow of revenue
Which settlement was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in Bengal in 1793?
Permanent Settlement
Who introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793?
Lord Cornwallis
Which regions were included in the Permanent Settlement?
Bengal, Bihar, Odisha
What was the revenue sharing ratio between the state and the zamindars under the Permanent Settlement?
89% to the state, 11% to the zamindars
What happened to the lands of zamindars who failed to repay loans taken from moneylenders?
The lands were taken over by the moneylenders
What rights did the zamindars gain as a result of the Permanent Settlement?
Rights to sell or lease their land
"Corruption and Misery: The East India Company's Impact on Indian Peasants" - Test your knowledge on how the East India Company's role as a revenue collector in 18th century India led to widespread corruption, exploitation of peasants, and agricultural decline. Discover the consequences of their actions and their lasting impact on Indian society.
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