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Which report reproduced zamindars’ and ryots’ petitions as appendices for consideration of the British Parliament?

Updated On: Jan 16, 2026
  • The First Report
  • The Seventh Report
  • The Sixth Report
  • The Fifth Report
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

The Fifth Report, presented in 1813, reproduced petitions from zamindars and ryots as appendices for the British Parliament. This report, a product of the Select Committee of the House of Commons on the Affairs of the East India Company, detailed the company's operations in India. It incorporated zamindar (landlord) and ryot (peasant) petitions and grievances to offer Parliament a thorough understanding of Indian conditions, crucial for assessing the impact of British policies and addressing local concerns.

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