With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar?

  1. Jagirdars were holders of land assignments in lieu of judicial and police duties, whereas Zamindars were holders of revenue rights without obligation to perform any duty other than revenue collection.
  2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were hereditary and revenue rights of Zamindars were not hereditary.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2019 Prelims]

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2


Answer: (d)

Explanation:

Jagirdar Zamindar
Land revenue assigned as a jagir in lieu of salary Hereditary rights in land and collecting revenue
Land assignment not hereditary, transferable Hereditary right of land ownership
Holder of land assignments in lieu of military services Performs judicial and police duties locally

Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.

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