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History GK · Q1

Maratha Empire

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 1

Q1

Which one of the following method of revenue assessment is related to the Vijayanagara Empire?

A.
Chauth
B.
Ryotwari
C.
Rae Rekho
D.
Sardeshmukhi
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
'Sardeshmukhi' is an additional 10% tax levied upon the collected 'Chauth'. The reasons for the additional tax was due to the King claiming hereditary rights upon the tax collection. This revenue assessment is related to the Vijayanagara Empire.