UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - I

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    Consider the following about the Permanent Settlement:
    1. Zamindars were allowed to keep, force and maintain order in their districts.
    2. The revenue amount to be paid was fixed from time to time.
    3. The state had no direct contact with the peasants.
    Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    A)  1 and 2 only               

    B)  2 only

    C)  2 and 3 only   

    D)  3 only

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

                 By the Permanent Settlement Act of 1793, the Zamindars power of keeping the armed forces were taken back and they remained just the tax collectors of the land.


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