Main Interest of Zamindars
What was the main interest of the zamindars under the zamindari system during British rule?
- To improve agricultural productivity
- To invest in irrigation facilities
- To collect rent regardless of cultivators' economic condition — Correct Answer
- To introduce modern farming techniques
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The main interest of the zamindars was only to collect rent regardless of the economic condition of the cultivators. This caused immense misery and social tension among farmers.
Key Points:
- A considerable number of zamindars did nothing to improve agriculture.
- Dates for depositing specified sums of revenue were fixed — failing which zamindars lost their rights.
- This led to exploitative rent collection without any investment in agricultural improvement.
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