RRB Technician 2013 Ques 84

Question: The Ryotwari Settlement was primarily introduced by the British Government in

Options:

A) Madras and Bombay

B) The Ganga Yamuna Doab

C) United Provinces

D) Bengal and Bihar

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • Ryotwari System was introduced by Thomas Munro in 1820. Major areas of introduction include Madras, Bombay, parts of Assam and Coorgh provinces of British India. In Ryotwai System the ownership rights were handed over to the peasants. British Government collected taxes directly from the peasants.