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What were the terms of the Permanent Settlement?

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90% of the revenue collected by the zamindars was to be given to the government, retaining 10% as collection charges.
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Zamindars were given the power to collect the revenue as agreed upon in the auctions.
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The amount to be paid to the government was permanently fixed.
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All of the above
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The correct option is D All of the above
The Permanent Settlement was an introduction to ensure a regular flow of revenue to the East India Company and also encourage the zamindars to invest in improving lands. The settlement stated that the amount to be given to the government was fixed permanently. The zamindars were given the power to collect revenue. 90% of the amount was to be given to the government, while they were allowed to retain 10% as collection charges.

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