UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - II

Consider the following statements in regard to the Permanent Settlement of land revenue introduced by the British in India:

1. Under the system, the right of the landlords of ownership was made hereditary and transferable.

2. The landlord was the owner of land in relation to the both the tenant and the state.

3. The sum to be paid by the landlord as land revenue was fixed forever.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only

B) 2 and 3 only

C) 1 and 3 only

D) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

Under the Permanent Land Revenue system the landlord was the owner of land in relation to the tenant but he was subordinate to the state.