Question

Why were the farmers losing their lands during the colonial times?

• A. They couldn't keep up with the high taxes and had to take loans.
• B. They were unable to repay loans which were taken to pay the high taxes.
• C. They weren't exempted from paying tax under any condition.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above.

The British never exempted the farmers from paying taxes. Even during times of low harvest and natural calamities, the farmers were forced to pay their taxes.