Question

Which of the following areas were covered under the Mahalwari settlement introduced by the British?
1. Assam
2. North Western Provinces
3. Punjab
4. Bengal
5. Central Provinces
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1, 2 and 3
• B. Only 1, 2 and 4
• C. Only 2, 3 and 5
• D. Only 1, 3, 4 and 5

Answer 1

The correct option is C Only 2, 3 and 5

The Mahalwari settlement was introduced in about 30 percent of the total area of the country under the British rule, i.e. in major parts of the North Western Provinces, Central Provinces and the Punjab with some vacations. In Assam the Ryotwary system was introduced. In Bengal, Permanent settlement was introduced.