Question

Which of the following statements best describes the effect of the Permanent Settlement on Zamindars?

पर्याय

• They become landless labourers.

• They all were replaced by Jotedars.

• They sold their land to the British.

• They gained significant control over land.

Answer 1

They gained significant control over land.

Explanation:

Under the Permanent Settlement, zamindars were acknowledged as the owners of land and were authorised to collect revenue from peasants, which granted them significant power over land and rural society.