Who was the Governor General of Bengal when the Permanent Settlement was introduced there in 1793?
The correct answer is Charles Cornwallis.
Failure of Zamindars to pay the fixed revenue on time could lead to the sale of their Zamindari rights. This system aimed to ensure a stable revenue income for the Company and encourage investment in agriculture by recognizing property rights. However, it also had significant drawbacks, including leading to the exploitation of peasants by Zamindars and the displacement of many traditional Zamindar families who could not meet the revenue demands, especially in the initial years.
Important Questions from India under East India Company’s Rule
The Ryotwari System was introduced by:
The Charter Act of 1833 made the Governor-General of ______ as the Governor-General of India and vested in him all civil and military powers.
In which of the following years was Goa conquered by the Portuguese?
Which of the following events took place in the year 1856?
The Battle of Plassey was fought in the year ________
