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Q · Marathas Medium · 45s
With reference to the Chauth and Sardeshmukhi levied by the Marathas, consider the following: 1. Chauth was 1/4th of the revenue collected from the Mughal territory. 2. Sardeshmukhi was an additional 10% levied as hereditary rights. Which is/are correct?
TopicMarathas
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Test Duration30 min
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Chauth was 25% tribute, Sardeshmukhi was an extra hereditary 10% claim.
Final Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2