4.6 - Land Revenue System
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Practice Questions
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What does 'jama' refer to in the context of the Mughal land revenue system?
💡 Hint: Think about the opposite of actual collection.
Name one type of land classification used in the Mughal system.
💡 Hint: What kind of land is cultivated every year?
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What is 'hasil' in the Mughal land revenue system?
💡 Hint: It's the amount that actually reaches the treasury.
True or False: The Mughal state allowed only cash payments for land revenue.
💡 Hint: Think about the flexibility mentioned in the section.
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Critically evaluate the implications of the flexibility in revenue collection on the common peasant's agricultural productivity.
💡 Hint: Consider both sides of farmers' experiences with flexible payments.
Discuss the challenges faced by Mughal officials when implementing land classifications and revenue assessments.
💡 Hint: Think about the environment and tools available to administrators.
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