Question

Which of the following was the primary characteristic of the Ryotwari system implemented by the British in ‘Bombay Deccan’?

• A. Indirect revenue collection through zamindars
• B. Collective ownership of land by village community
• C. The Britishers settled revenue directly with the peasants
• D. Lands were given to the Jotedars to promote equality

Hint:

The Ryotwari system focused on direct taxation from peasants and created a more direct relationship between the government and the farmers.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The Ryotwari system was a land revenue system implemented by the British, wherein taxes were levied directly from individual farmers (ryots), with zamindars excluded from the collection process.