The corrections done by Akbar in the earlier land revenue system of Sher Shah Suri can be mainly divided into three heads as follows: Standardization of measurement of...
The British Era is also known as a period of commercial revolution in the agricultural sector. Industrial revolution during the early 17th century in Britain and in other...
The permanent settlement in Bengal, Bihar and Odisha had both positive and negative affect on social, economic and political condition of Bengal, Bihar and Odisha. Merits Earlier to...
When the exploitation of Zamindars on peasants increased and government failed to frame the policies for peasants’ savior. There came a need to abolish the Zamindari system. However,...
Feudalism existed in Western Europe during the 5th century, and reached its zenith during 11th or 12th century. However, in context with ancient India, the system gradually developed...
A proper land revenue system was founded by Akbar with the help of Raja Todarmal; an experience under former master Shershah Suri, who later carried out most reforms...
Industrial Revolution which started in Britain in early 18th century spread in major parts of Europe during the 18th and 19th century; the period during which predominantly agrarian,...
V P Menon was the Secretary in the Ministry of States established by the Government of India in 1947 to deal with the accession of princely states. Menon...
During Mughal Era, the Zamindars were not the owner of the land, but were petty land holders and the peasants could not be dispossessed of land by zamindars...
The basic features of the settlement were as follows: The Zamindars were made hereditary owners of the land under their possession. They and their successors exercised total control...