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