Previous year MCQs

Medieval History UPPSC 2008 GS-I
Question

Which medieval Indian ruler started the system of "Patta" and "Qabuliyat"?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Sher Shah

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Sher Shah”.
Sher Shah Suri introduced the systems of "Patta" and "Qabuliyat" in medieval India as a means of settlement.

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