Question

which historian propounded the theory of rise of feudalism in india from 650 ce to 1200 ce?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Origin and Growth of Feudalism in Early India: From the Mauryas to AD 650, by Gian Chand Chauhan.

Answer 2

Answer:

The likely origin of feudalism was during the post-Mauryan period in the empires of the Guptas and the Kushanas.

Explanation:

Feudalism in India refers to the societal structure dating from the Gupta Empire to the Mughal era in the late 16th century. Along with the Guptas, the Kushanas also introduced feudalism to India.

Indian feudalism is commonly associated with the following terms:

• Taluqdar

• Zamindar

• Jagirdar

• Sardar

• Deshmukh

• Chaudary

• Ghatwals

Features of feudalism

• Hierarchy of feudal lords: Different titles signified the position and powers within the rank of feudal lords.

• Hereditary enforcement positions: Weak enforcement of power led to the resumption of independence, and some high executive positions became hereditary.

• Decentralisation of Power: Samanthas were granted lands instead of salary and proceeded to seize ownership of the area while continuing to refer to themselves as vassals of their rulers.

• Oppressive tax system: Imposing proper and improper taxes, fixed and unfixed taxes, and rent exploited the labour class.