This question assesses understanding of the land revenue system and land classification during the Delhi Sultanate period.
Match the following – List–I (A) Akta or Iquta (B) Khalsa land (C) Grant land (D) Land of Feudal Lords List–II (i) This land was completely under the centre. (ii) Land divided among high officials involved in administration. (iii) Land of Hindu Kings or Vassals under the Sultan. (iv) Land that was given as a donation (Milk, Waqfa, Inam) to individuals. Code - (1) (A)-i, (B)-ii, (C)-iii, (D)-iv (2) (A)-iv, (B)-iii, (C)- ii, (D)-i (3) (A)-iii, (B)-iv, (C)-ii, (D)-i (4) (A)-ii, (B)-i, (C)-iv, (D)-iii (5) Question not attempted
Asked in Archaeology and Museums Dept. Exam 2023 (Curator) 2023 · Topic: Delhi Sultanate: Administration (Land Grant Systems (Iqta, Inam, Waqf))
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Answer: D. (4) (A)-ii, (B)-i, (C)-iv, (D)-iii
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