Question

Holt Mackenzie introduced which of the following land revenue systems in India in 1822?

• A. Ryotwari System
• B. Zabt System
• C. Zamindari System
• D. Mahalwari System

Hint:

Match land revenue systems with key figures: Mahalwari (Holt Mackenzie), Ryotwari (Munro), Zamindari (Cornwallis).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Holt Mackenzie introduced the Mahalwari System in 1822 in the North-Western Provinces of India. This system involved collecting land revenue directly from villages (mahals), with local village heads responsible for payment.
Ryotwari was introduced by Thomas Munro, not Holt Mackenzie.