Question

what is permanent settlement ​

Answer 1

The Permanent Settlement was a land revenue system introduced in 1793 by East India Company. By the terms of this settlement, the rajas and taluqdars were recognised as zamindars. They were asked to collect rent from the peasants and pay revenue to the Company.

Answer 2

Settlements which are occupied for a short time are called temporary settlements, while in permanent settlement, people build home to live in and occupy them for a longer period of time.