Question

What is the impact of early British land revenue systems on villages in north and south India?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Zamindari System was introduced by Cornwallis in 1793 through Permanent Settlement Act. It was introduced in provinces of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa and Varanasi. Zamindars were recognized as owner of the lands. Zamindars were given the rights to collect the rent from the peasants.

Answer 2

Answer:

Impact of Land Revenue System: Land Tenure System

1. These land settlements introduced a market economy and removed customary rights. With cash payments of revenue, there was increased money-lending activity.
2. The Land tenure system sharpened social differentiation. While rich had access to the courts to defend their properties, the poor didn’t have any resources.
3. The peasants were forced to grow commercial crops which led them to buy food grains at higher prices and sell the cash crops at low prices.
4. The land revenue system of British in India shook the stability of Indian villages where majority of the people depended on agriculture and related activities. They became miserable if crop failed in any given year.