Q40
History of IndiaMughal Empire
In reference to the Mughal period's revenue collection system, 'Zabti' means
- a.estimate
- b.yield per unit area
- c.based on yield of crops
- d.1/3rd of total yield
Answer: (B) yield per unit area
Under the Zabti system (developed under Akbar by Todar Mal), land was measured and cash revenue was fixed based on average yield and prices per unit area.