Question

The British introduced various policies of collections of revenue.they introduced such policies in 1793 and 1822. Identify and compare them.​

Answer 1

Answer:

1793- Zamindari system, 1820- Ryotwari system

Explanation:

1) Zamindari System was introduced by Cornwallis in 1793 through Permanent Settlement Act.

2) Ryotwari System was introduced by Thomas Munro in 1820.

3) It was introduced in provinces of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa and Varanasi.

4) Major areas of introduction include Madras, Bombay, parts of Assam and Coorgh provinces of British India.

5) Zamindars were recognized as owner of the lands. Zamindars were given the rights to collect the rent from the peasants.

6) In Ryotwari System the ownership rights were handed over to the peasants. British Government collected taxes directly from the peasants.

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