Question

In the rule of marathas they imposed taxes called Chauth and sardeshmukhi. On how many percent of land revenue each was paid?

Answer 1

Answer:

It was an annual tax nominally levied at 25% on revenue or produce, hence the name. It was levied on the lands which were under nominal Mughal rule. The sardeshmukhi was an additional 10% levy on top of the chauth. It is a tribute paid to the king.

Answer 2

Answer:

it was an annual tax nominally lived at 25%