UPPSC 2018 GS-I Medieval History
Question

The Maratha claim of revenue for protection is known by what name?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Chauth

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Chauth”.

Chauth is the Maratha claim of revenue for protection.

The Marathas, under the leadership of Shivaji Maharaj, established a system of revenue collection known as Chauth. It was a tax equivalent to one-fourth of the land revenue collected by a region. In exchange for this payment, the Marathas offered protection against other invaders and maintained law and order.

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