Question

Why the revenue system introduced by the British was exploitative?

Answer 1

Answer:

Three major systems of land revenue collection existed in India. They were – Zaminidari, Ryotwari and Mahalwari. Act. It was introduced in provinces of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa and Varanasi.

Answer 2

Explanation:

the cultivators found the system oppressive and exploitative as the rent they paid to the zamindar was very high while his right on the land was quite insecure. The cultivators often had to take loan to pay the rents, on failing to pay the rent, they were evicted from the land