Practice - The need to improve agriculture
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Practice Questions
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What was the impact of the 1770 famine in Bengal?
💡 Hint: Think about the significance of agricultural stability.
Define 'Zamindar'.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of local leaders.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What was the main purpose of the Permanent Settlement introduced in 1793?
💡 Hint: Focus on the role of zamindars.
True or False: The Mahalwari System was focused on direct payments from cultivators.
💡 Hint: Think about how taxes were assessed.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of the Permanent Settlement and the subsequent agricultural systems implemented by the Company.
💡 Hint: Consider both immediate effects and long-term consequences.
Compare and contrast the Mahalwari and Ryotwari systems in terms of their effectiveness in improving agricultural conditions.
💡 Hint: Look at the underlying goals beyond implementation.
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