Q. With reference to the land revenue systems during the Mughal period, consider the following statements:
1.The Zabt system involved land measurement and classification based on soil fertility and was implemented by Raja Todar Mal.
2.Under the Jagirdari system, land grants given to nobles were hereditary and passed on to their descendants.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] Only 1

[B] Only 2

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The Zabt or Bandobast system was indeed introduced under Akbar and developed by Raja Todar Mal. It involved measuring land and classifying it based on soil fertility, which formed the basis for assessing land revenue.
  • Under the Jagirdari system, Jagirs (land grants) were not hereditary. They were transferable and could be reassigned at the emperor’s discretion.

Source: NCERT and History Of Medieval India  – NCERT (Satish Chandra)

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