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    Consider the following statements with regard to 'Permanent Settlement system' of land revenue:
    1. The work related to this system though started by Warren Hastings, was completed by Lord Cornwallis.
    2. Lord Cornwallis was assisted by Sir John Shore in adopting this settlement policy.
    3. Under this settlement, Zamindars were recognized as the owner of the land.
    4. Lord Cornwallis had adopted this settlement to teach a lesson to the peasants of India.
    Which of the above given statements is/are incorrect?

    A)  1 only             

    B)  2 and 3 only

    C)  4 only             

    D)  2 and 4 only

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     For the first time. Warren Hastings tried to introduce the land settlement in 1772 but in 1776, he adopted annual settlement. Lord Cornwallis started permanent settlement system of land revenue 1790. In this sense Lord Cornwallis is said to have completed the work of Warren Hastings. Sir John Shore assisted Lord Cornwallis in adopting this land settlement. Under this settlement, Zamindar were recognized as the owners of the land. They could remain as such so long they were paying rent prescribed. Lord Cornwallis did not intended to teach a lesson to the peasants with this system but wanted to realize the rent.


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