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Statewise GK · Q901

Odisha GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 901

Q901

The Pilgrimage tax for the first time in the Odisha was introduced by

A.
Mughals
B.
Marathas
Answer
C.
Daud Karrani
D.
Mukundadeva

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Marathas levied a pilgrim tax on visitors to Jagannath shrine. A pre - colonial fee on pilgrims who visited the temple was restored by the 1806 laws. The levy was intended to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying temple officials' wages, however it did not prevent them from accepting voluntarily presented gifts.